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Community News #12

Community News #12


Welcome to the Creative Support Community News! Here you can enjoy the latest good news stories we have shared on socials each week. Do you have a good news story you would like to share? Email us at communications@creativesupport.co.uk!      Melanie's Birthday Wish   Melanie’s birthday wish came true…

We’re Investors in People Platinum!

We’re Investors in People Platinum!


We are thrilled to announce that our HR and Learning & Development teams have been awarded Investors in People Platinum! Platinum is the highest level awarded by Investors in People, with only 7% of assessed organisations achieving this accreditation. This speaks volumes to the dedication and quality of our departments,…

Listen to Our Brand New Podcast!

Listen to Our Brand New Podcast!


We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand new podcast  ‘Creative Community’. Each episode we will hear from people we support around the country, sharing stories about their lives, interests and hobbies. Our first episode features Sheila from The Laurels in Cumbria (pictured above). During our chat, Sheila talks…

Community News #4

Community News #4


Welcome to the Creative Support Community News! Here you can enjoy the latest good news stories we have shared on socials each week. Do you have a good news story you would like to share? Email us at communications@creativesupport.co.uk!    Stephen in the Yorkshire Dales   Stephen in Todmorden enjoyed…

Thyme Lodge Shortlisted for National Award!

Thyme Lodge Shortlisted for National Award!


We're delighted to announce that Thyme Lodge respite service in St Helens has been named as a finalist at the prestigious national Care Home Awards in London. Thyme Lodge has been shortlisted in the ‘Best for Specialist Care’ category. The service, operated by national social care provider Creative Support, provides short-term…

How to Form a Habit

How to Form a Habit


This month we’re looking at forming ‘Healthy Habits’ and making regular positive changes in our lives. A habit is something you repeat regularly without thinking about it - like brushing your teeth, exercising, or smoking. But how do you make a new habit, and make sure it sticks? There has…

Creative Support Awarded Gold by Investors in People

Creative Support Awarded Gold by Investors in People


Creative Support, a not-for-profit provider of care and support services, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Investors in People Gold accreditation. Creative Support, whose headquarters are in Stockport, supports over 6,000 people with support needs in services located in 67 local authorities in England. Investors in…

How to Set a Goal

How to Set a Goal


2024 is our ‘Year of Living Well’, so let’s start by thinking of some goals you’d like to reach this year! Goals can be the stepping-stones towards a happier way of living. They can improve productivity at work, help people cope with depression and anxiety as well as lead a…

Creative Stars Winners – October

Creative Stars Winners – October


Congratulations to our latest round of Creative Stars winners! Our service user awards 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. Congratulations to this month's round of winners:…

Anna’s Blog – Mind the Pay Gap


A ‘pay gap’ measures the differences in average pay between people doing the same or similar jobs, with the pay shown based on different characteristics - like gender, age, or race. Representing information as a £ for £ or % comparison is meant to help make it easier to engage with…