News & blog

Blog | 17 March 2022

68% of people we support in Devon and Cornwall experienced positives during Covid pandemic including learning new skills and feeling supported

by Jenna Lloyd

Six months ago, our Stakeholder Engagement Team in Devon put out a survey to capture what life had been like for people we support in Devon and Cornwall during lockdown and the following periods of ongoing restrictions.

Blog | 15 March 2022

Horse lover Andy gets closer to his favourite animals with supported carriage lessons from RDA Woodbridge

by Laetitia Nnalue

We caught up with Andy, who is supported by us in Ipswich, about his love for horses and the amazing riding sessions he has been going along to, hosted by RDA Woodbridge and Community Action Suffolk.

News | 15 March 2022

Take part in the Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection

The Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection is taking place on 17 March. The event marks two years since the start of the pandemic.

News | 03 March 2022

Leading charities and political figures call for accessible voting for all

Leading charities like Mencap and Sense and political figures including Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, have co-signed a letter from United Response, calling on government to guarantee accessible voting for people with disabilities and autism.

Blog | 23 December 2021

A look back at end-of-lockdown celebrations

by Laetitia Nnalue

Many of us were reunited with loved ones when lockdowns and restrictions came to an end earlier this year. We spoke to services in Bradford and Littlehampton to find out how people we support in these areas celebrated with their friends and families…

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.

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 | 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.

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…

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.