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Refocusing health and wellbeing for people with a learning disability: the action we need.

Our homes and services had great fun entering into the spirit of the Olympics

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) at Achieve together

Lisa Mitchell, Support Worker at WIlbury Gardens residential home in Hove is our Employee of the month for July. Well done, Lisa!

Congratulations to Michelle Hill, Home Manager at Starboard House in Southampton – our Manager of the month for July.

In the wake of the tragic events in Southport and subsequent unrest in cities, we have produced two guides to help people with learning disabilities and autistic people to understand how to stay safe

It was all go at our major event of the year for people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, their support workers and families

Every year at Achieve together we host an England v. Wales football day for anyone who wants to participate. Teams of people we support, and team members enjoy some fresh air, exercise and friendly competition

Well done to Sayda Kader, Support Worker at DCA West Bromwich who was voted Employee of the month in June

This month, our congratulations go to Lynn Butler, Home Manager at DCA Shrewsbury who receives the June Manager of the month award

An amazing example of co-production and a fantastic performance from people we support at Bath’s Egg Theatre

Penny Meadow day service presents a very special production of this iconic horror comedy rock musical

Daniella Linden, Practice Lead at Mandalay is our May Employee of the month. Congratulations on your achievement, Daniella.

This month our winner is Ezdra Harris, Home Manager at Wilbury Gardens in Hove. Congratulations, Ezdra.

Take two minutes to watch this thought-provoking video recorded by members of Campaign 4 Change

Kitty McAvoy and her team have created a family atmosphere that embraces all forms of support including end of life care

The team at Alderton House has triumphed in the face of multiple challenges this year, demonstrating commitment and excellent communication. Their hard work has led to great outcomes for people they support

The Women and Equalities Committee lays bare several issues regarding healthcare and employment for people with learning disability and autistic people

With the general election just around the corner, Campaign 4 Change members have collated some useful information about supporting people to vote

Elmi Terjavjainen helps us every day to deliver our purpose of Ordinary lives, Extraordinary people. In her work as Co-production Manager, she always puts people we support at the centre of everything she does.

Find out how we have been embracing Mental Health Awareness Week and spreading the learning throughout the month of May

Campaign 4 Change members were pleased to be involved in creating the Good Lives Manifesto 2024, launched by Learning Disability England 

Loreta French has made a dramatic difference to one man’s life leading to a significant increase in his skills, activities and general outlook

Our Manager of the month for April is Irram Ali, Manager at Birmingham Road in West Bromwich. Well done!

Congratulations to Charmaine Matthews, Support Worker at DCA West Bromwich who is our Employee of the month for April

Achieve together announces appointment of new CEO, Zak Houlahan, and the appointment of John Ivers as a Non-executive Director

A family member, who nominated Alderton House for Team of the year in our Heroes Awards, gives her feedback on the special day.

What a day of celebration with many, many emotional moments – please join us in congratulating our winners!

Feedback on the must-watch interview of the year from our Unity Representative Zara.

This month, Boo Holmquest, has been voted our Manager of the month. Well done, Boo.