News & blog

Blog | 03 June 2024

The secrets of a successful sensory room 

by Jenna Lloyd

A sensory room is a calming space full of things which stimulate the senses. We spoke to Hannah, Lisa and Eva about why sensory rooms matter and their journey making their own.

News | 02 May 2024

New animation highlights the challenges and opportunities of finding work for people with learning disabilities

A creative studio in Devon at United Response has released the latest episode in the “Zack’s Story” series of stop-motion animations.

News | 25 April 2024

New Research Project to Investigate Disability Hate Crimes on Transport

We are launching a new research project to investigate the impact disability hate crime has on public transport.

News | 05 February 2024

‘More talking points than action points’: United Response reacts to the government’s Disability Action Plan

We need more action points than talking points to make the UK more accessible for disabled people. Read our full response to the Disability Action Plan here.

Blog | 25 January 2024

Remembering Clive, a true entertainer  

by Ali Mills

We look back on the life of Clive, a very special person who was supported by United Response.

Blog | 30 November 2023

How The Community Network is helping Cheriton locals find peace in a frantic world

by Ali Mills

We spoke to curator Oliver Neely about ‘Peace in a Frantic World’, a series of talks, workshops, films and more, taking place at The Community Network in February 2024.

News | 22 November 2023

‘Disability should not be framed as a lifestyle choice’: United Response reacts to Autumn Statement 2023

We believe the government should meet their duty and invest in targeted and specialist support to help people find jobs, not threaten disabled people with more sanctions. Read our response to the 2023 Autumn budget in full here.

Blog | 21 November 2023

Calvert Lakes adventure – Lyndsey’s holiday diary

by Ali Mills

Lyndsey had a great holiday at Calvert Lakes, an adventure holiday centre for people with disabilities.

Blog | 16 November 2023

Remember me as the seeds grow – in memory of Dorothy Tappenden

by Ali Mills

Find out about Dorothy Tappenden and how she supported people with learning disabilities throughout her life.

Blog | 24 August 2023

Baildon Cricket Club hosts mixed-ability sports sessions for people we support in Bradford

by Jenna Lloyd

The accessible cricket sessions are running for eight weeks across the summer months, finishing in September.