Monthly Archives: June 2022

Anna’s Blog – Our Commitment to Reducing Restraint


In my last blog I looked at the CQC’s recently published reports which called for a renewed focus on lessening the reliance on restraint and restrictive practices in the care sector. These reports highlighted the importance of services offering more personalised and supportive practices for people in their care, rather…

DJs for the Day!

DJs for the Day!


Ormrod Court in Bury applied for our celebration grant, and used it to throw a fantastic party in honour of our 30th anniversary. They were entertained by Cecil G, the ‘Vybz Master CEO’ of Moods Radio Station, who brought along his mic and stereo so everyone could have a go…

Upcoming Pride Events Near You

Upcoming Pride Events Near You


From the LGBTQ+ Network June marks International Pride Month, commemorating the historic Stonewall Riots which took place on 28th June, 1969. From June until late September, there are lots of wonderful Pride events taking place across the county, many of which we've detailed below so you can check what's going…

Glad to Care Week

Glad to Care Week


This week marks the national ‘Glad to Care’ week which is a celebration of resilient care staff throughout the challenges of the pandemic. Our incredible staff worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and happiness of people we support across the country, and deserve to be celebrated for their efforts. We…

Learning Disability Week; Art Gallery Launch

Learning Disability Week; Art Gallery Launch


This week is Learning Disability Week, a campaign “all about making sure the world hears what life is like if you have a learning disability”, its organisers explain. This year’s theme is reconnecting with others after the pandemic, and any residual challenges people might be facing, such as anxiety or…

30th Birthday Party in London!

30th Birthday Party in London!


What an amazing day of celebrating we had in London yesterday! We had over 200 people from our London, Bedford, Oxford and Essex services come together to celebrate 30 years of Creative Support, filling the stunning Art Pavilion in Tower Hamlets. The event was organised by our fantastic London Team…

Jubilee Grant Parties

Jubilee Grant Parties


We’re really pleased to see so many of our wonderful services using their Jubilee Grant to host parties last weekend. To help with the costs, we gave out over 90 grants of up to £100 to help buy decorations, food, games, and even a therapy pony! Read below to find…

Heartstopper Review by the LGBTQ+ Network

Heartstopper Review by the LGBTQ+ Network


Rebecca from the LGBTQ+ Network reviews Netflix’s latest smash hit, the LGBTQ+ coming of age romance ‘Heartstopper’. Netflix’s latest creation ‘Heartstopper’ does exactly what it says on the tin; it truly makes your heart stop throughout each of its eight episodes. Adapted from the award-winning graphic novel by Alice Oseman,…

National Volunteers Week

National Volunteers Week


🙋‍♀️ It’s National Volunteers Week! We want to celebrate our fantastic volunteers and everything they do to support our staff and service users.   Kirsty started volunteering with us last October, since the opening of our Crisis Café in Birmingham. Kirsty welcomes people into the café and helps out with…