News & blog

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.

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.

Blog | 01 September 2021

Spotting the signs of sepsis

by Alison Worsfold

Sepsis is a life-threatening illness which causes 37,000 deaths a year in the UK. Find out more about sepsis, how to spot the signs and how to treat it.

News | 05 January 2021

Richmond care workers dubbed Covid-19 ‘Community Heroes’ for supporting people with learning disabilities

Our care workers in Richmond have this winter been branded ‘Community Heroes’ by the borough council for their tireless and selfless work supporting people with learning disabilities and autism throughout the pandemic.

Blog | 17 November 2020

Safeguarding: keeping people we support safe and well

by Mike Brent

Safeguarding Adults Week, organised by the Ann Craft Trust, aims to spark conversations around safeguarding adults at risk and empower the people who work with them to feel confident to respond effectively to any safeguarding concerns.

News | 03 August 2020

Landmark £10m housing fund to tackle shortage of quality housing for people with learning disabilities

United Response will this year draw from a landmark £10m social investment fund to help tackle the acute shortage of good quality and specialist housing for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs.

Blog | 14 July 2020

How your donations helped keep Kevin connected during lockdown

by Darren Worthy

Your support has helped people with disabilities keep in touch with friends and family during lockdown. Find out how your donations helped Kevin following his move from Yorkshire to Newcastle.

Blog | 30 June 2020

Keeping people connected to their loved ones

by Darren Worthy

Covid-19 and lockdown have made it harder than ever for people to keep in touch with their loved ones. Find out how your donations have helped.

News | 24 September 2019

Learning disability charity wins health and safety award for post-Grenfell work on fire advice

Head of Health & Safety at United Response, Shonagh Methven scooped an award at this year’s National Association for Safety and Health in Care Services (NASHiCS) conference for her work to transform fire safety advice for vulnerable people living at registered care homes across England and Wales.

Blog | 24 September 2015

Assistive technology: a new world of communication for Sam

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Find out how we supported Sam to communicate more effectively using assistive technology.