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We are proud to announce that Cwm Hyfryd, our residential home in Blackwood, Wales, has achieved an ‘Excellent’ rating in three out of four areas, and a ‘Good’ in the remaining category following an inspection by the Care Inspectorate Wales.

We are incredibly proud to share that Samir El-Ziftawy—a deeply respected and inspirational member of the Achieve together and Campaign 4 Change communities—has been posthumously awarded The People’s Award at the National Learning Disability and Autism Awards 2025.

As part of Co-Production Week 2025, Achieve together has unveiled it’s Big Plan for Co-Production

Achieve together is proud to announce that Rogerstone House, our specialist residential care home located in Newport, South Wales, has achieved an overall ‘Excellent’ rating following a recent inspection by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW). 

This is our favourite time of year – a week dedicated to celebrating and sharing the power of co-production in action. 

We’re thrilled to share that Mellieha, our residential care home in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, has achieved a ‘Good’ rating in all five areas following its latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection! 

We’re proud to announce that Arundel House, our residential care home in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, has been rated ‘Good’ in all five inspection areas following a full inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in May 2025. 

At yesterday’s PCPLD Network Conference, we are proud to honour the life and legacy of Samir El-Ziftawy — a passionate self-advocate, valued member of Campaign 4 Change, and much-loved individual within our community — who sadly passed away peacefully at home in September 2024.

Achieve together is pleased to share that Maldon House, a specialist residential care home in Seaford, East Sussex, has once again been rated ‘Good’ across all five key areas following its latest inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in March 2025. 

Two inspirational members of the Achieve together community and our advocacy group Campaign 4 Change, have been recognised as winners at the 2025 Leaders Awards, celebrating their dedication, creativity, and impact on the community.

It’s been one year since Zak Houlahan joined Achieve together as CEO, bringing fresh perspective, energy, and a commitment to putting homes and people supported at the heart of everything we do.

Seven outstanding people and teams from Achieve together have been shortlisted for national awards recognising inclusion, creativity, and advocacy. The ceremony takes place this July at the ICC Birmingham. Join us in celebrating the achievements of our incredible finalists in the National Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards 2025. Their commitment and impact are an inspiration to us all.

Join the KSS Learning Disability Community of Practice on 10 June for a transformative, free webinar on inclusive communication, facilitated by Alix Lewer and hosted online by Michael Fullerton.

We’re proud to celebrate a significant transformation at St Albans House, which has been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission – just under two years after receiving an ‘Inadequate’ rating. It’s a rare and remarkable two-level improvement, reflecting the hard work and values of our team.

Northfield House, a residential support home for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs in Ringwood, has received a full ‘Good’ rating in its latest inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). It’s the result of consistent care, strong leadership and a dedicated team.

At Achieve together, we believe that exceptional care is only possible when we invest in the people who provide it. Our purpose is clear: to support people to live happy, healthy, and meaningful lives. But that starts with building a workplace where our own team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive. 

We’re proud to sponsor this year’s Co-production Conference in Wales, where Campaign 4 Change will exhibit their ground-breaking advocacy, with support from Achieve together’s Unity group for inclusive co-production.

Will you be joining us for this fun Achieve together get together?

England vs Wales Football
28 May 2025
11am – 4pm
Cwmbran Stadium
Henllys Way, Cwmbran, NP44 3YS

🎽Calling all athletes and spectators, our annual Achieve together Athletics Championship is back!

The day runs Wednesday 27 August 2025 from 10am-4pm at the David Weir Leisure Centre, Middleton Rd, Carshalton SM5 1SL and there is free parking available.

Join us for the PMLD LINK Webinar – Focusing on a small selection of article contributors to our Spring Journal! Wednesday 21 May 2025 12:00 – 1pm.

We are incredibly proud to launch the Achieve together Heroes Awards 2025! 

Congratulations to Jonny Short, Head of Area Operations, who was awarded our March Manager of the Month award for always going above and beyond to support his teams through good times and bad.

Congratulations to Amy-Jane Barry, Support Worker in Camberley, who went above and beyond to support a person through a medical procedure – showing exceptional empathy, advocacy, and problem-solving every step of the way.

We’re making a major investment in our workforce with a new £12.30 base rate for Support Workers in England, over £1 million invested in manager pay, and real progress on gender equity.

We’re restoring historic buildings to create homes that are safe, inspiring, and built to last, starting with £1.36m invested across three Grade II listed homes.

By Michael Fullerton, Director of Wellbeing, Strategy and Communications, Achieve together

Congratulations to Nicola Jejna, Practice Lead at Mandalay and our February Team Member of the Month, recognised for her exceptional dedication, expertise, and life-changing impact in supporting others.

Congratulations to Ewelina Harding, our February Manager of the Month, recognised for her compassionate leadership and the positive, family-focused culture she’s created at Vallance Gardens.

Achieve together, one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities, is pleased to announce the acquisition of 18 adult residential homes from Outcomes First Group.

Three inspirational members of the Achieve together community and our advocacy group Campaign 4 Change, have been recognised as finalists in the 2025 Leaders Awards, celebrating their dedication, creativity, and impact on the community.