News & blog

Our latest news and blogs from across United Response. Find out about our latest campaigns and activities in the community…

Blog | 22 December 2021

Support workers transform garden shed into Santa’s grotto for people with disabilities and autism

by Jenna Lloyd

In an effort to bring some sparkle to another uncertain Christmas, one of our Darlington services has transformed their garden shed into a magical Santa’s grotto for people we support.
- Supported living
Blog | 22 December 2021

DJ Phil’s Christmas Playlist

by DJ Phil

DJ Phil has put together a playlist featuring his top 10 Christmas songs. These top tunes are guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit!
Blog | 21 December 2021

United Response staff in York go above and beyond, providing a Food Club for people in need during lockdown

by Maxine Spry

Last year, at the height of the pandemic and thanks to the support of several funders, 28 older people were offered a lifeline by United Response staff.
- Community services
Blog | 20 December 2021

Easingwold community centre offers photography and drama groups for people with disabilities and autism

by Laetitia Nnalue

This year, thanks to our supporters, The Bootshop – one of our community centres based in Easingwold, York – has been able to introduce new activities including an outdoor photography club and a drama group for people we support.
- Community services
- Education
Blog | 17 December 2021

Giving the gift of technology – how we’re keeping people with disabilities and autism connected this Christmas

by Maxine Spry

Whether it’s tablets, phones or improved internet access, technology has never been so important for people we support.
- Housing
- Supported living
- Community services
- Education
- Employment
Blog | 16 December 2021

Green projects springing up across the country thanks to donors and volunteers

by Anisa Syed

Green projects like our allotments and food growing schemes really boost the wellbeing of people we support, enabling them to meet new people and give back to their local communities.
- Supported living
- Community services
- Education
- Employment
Blog | 15 December 2021

Cornwall support workers team up with bikers for a special birthday surprise for Derek’s 60th

by Jenna Lloyd

Bike-lover Derek from Saltash got a big surprise when his support workers and a local motorcycle club organised something very special for his birthday…
- Supported living
Blog | 14 December 2021

Donations help thriving Kent community radio station staffed by people with disabilities and autism

by Darren Worthy

People we support now have regular slots DJing and hosting shows, playing music and talking about the things they love on our community radio station.
- Community services
Blog | 13 December 2021

‘I’m stronger physically and socially’ – help us provide more community activities for people we support

by Darren Worthy

The Enterprise in Richmond are just one of our services hosting a range of fun and exciting activities for people we support. Find out how you can help us to provide more karate, keep fit and arts and crafts classes…
- Community services
Blog | 10 December 2021

5 tips for a Christmas that works for everyone

by John Ockenden

Christmas can be a difficult time for people with a learning disability, autism or mental health needs. We’ve taken advice from many sources to help make this season easier and more enjoyable for everyone.
- Housing
- Supported living
- Community services

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Support workers transform garden shed into Santa’s grotto for people with disabilities and autism

DJ Phil’s Christmas Playlist

United Response staff in York go above and beyond, providing a Food Club for people in need during lockdown

Easingwold community centre offers photography and drama groups for people with disabilities and autism

Giving the gift of technology – how we’re keeping people with disabilities and autism connected this Christmas

Green projects springing up across the country thanks to donors and volunteers

Cornwall support workers team up with bikers for a special birthday surprise for Derek’s 60th

Donations help thriving Kent community radio station staffed by people with disabilities and autism

‘I’m stronger physically and socially’ – help us provide more community activities for people we support

5 tips for a Christmas that works for everyone