The LGBTQ+ Network have created an insightful piece for Non-Binary People's Day during Non-Binary Awareness Week (13th-19th July). This article celebrates non-binary identity and looks at some influential non-binary and gender non-conforming figures throughout history. The 14th July marks Non-Binary People's Day. This is a time to reflect on the…
Back in April, Linda Bell, who we support in London, celebrated an astounding break-through in her art career where she held an exhibition at the world-famous Tate Modern! Linda is a talented, and now internationally-recognised artist, who, for the last 27 years, has developed her art pieces at the art…
On Monday 22nd June, Prime Minister Kier Starmer announced his resignation and it’s clear the frontrunner is Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester Mayor, following his Makerfield by-election win. Burnham has previously signalled his plan to overhaul social care before his campaign to be PM began. Back in 2009, when Burnham…
James is someone we support in Essex who has used Talking Mats for over 20 years. In this guest blog, James discusses his journey with Talking Mats and how you can get involved with using this effective communication tool either for yourself or people you support. My name is James…
On Thursday 2nd July, four of our wonderful services attended the Palliative and End of Life Care Awards. These awards celebrate excellence in palliative and end of life care, recognising the bespoke support delivered by social care providers and hospices. The Laurels Care Home in Carlisle was announced as a…
Congratulations to our latest round of Creative Stars winners! Our awards for the people we support celebrate the people who shine brightly and do wonderful things for each other. We have four exciting category winners, who will receive a badge, £30 Love2Shop voucher and a certificate. This month’s round of…
