We’re reintroducing our ‘I’ Statements this autumn! This month, we’re looking at the important relationships in our lives. As we approach the cooler months, it’s important to reflect on the people who have made an impact in our lives throughout the year. The journal is a super helpful resource to…
On Thursday 3rd September 2026, the EDI Team held an inclusive ‘Hate Crime Awareness’ event for people we support and staff across central Manchester. The event was part-funded by a Manchester Community Central grant of £1,000. EDI Engagement Lead Kizzy Green has reflected on the session, the importance of raising…
Recent research from King’s College London found that, according to data from the Office for National Statistics and the LeDeR Programme, people with a ‘profound intellectual disability’ are dying 24 years earlier than the wider population in the UK. This is an alarming statistic, particularly as 40% of these deaths…
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…
Adam in Calderdale is an incredibly active member of the Creative Support community. As well as regularly attending our Creative Voices and Engagement Day events, he has also recently been re-elected as the Chair of the Creative Together Committee. Adam describes why getting involved in these events and discussing what…
Matty in Doncaster shares his inspiring story and words of encouragement for anyone who might be facing a challenging time like he did. He also discusses the recent ‘Right to Try’ legislation, which empowers people who receive benefits to reintroduce themselves to work or volunteering, and the important role PIP…
On Wednesday, 22nd July, people we support and staff came together to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month at Head Office for a ‘Chai & Chat’ drop-in. Aligning with this year’s theme ‘Unity in Diversity’, we explored what unites us and celebrated the diversity across South Asian communities, appreciating the beauty…
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…
The second episode of our ‘What Makes a Great Support Worker?’ series stars Cassie from Middlesbrough and her support worker Gary. This YouTube series explores how the people we support express themselves, how a day in their life can look, and what makes their relationships with their support workers so…
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…
