Jean’s Journey: From Bed-Bound to Dancing
Meet Jean, a person we support at Somerford Court, one of our supported living homes in London. Jean has a history of mobility challenges which frequently causes incidents such as falling. On one particular day, an incident involving a fall led her to an eight-month stay at a hospital. Upon discharge, Jean was bed-bound, […]
Disability History Month: Lia’s Employment Journey
Disability History Month, an awareness month in the UK that started in 1992, takes place from 14 November to 20 December. This month provides a valuable opportunity to celebrate the history of disability rights and progress. This year’s theme, “Disability Livelihood and Employment,” focuses on understanding the contributions of disabled individuals in the workforce. It’s […]
AAC Month: Daniel’s Pathfinder Story of Independence
Every October, the UK celebrates AAC Awareness Month to highlight the importance of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for individuals facing communication challenges. AAC includes an array of tools and techniques—from high-tech devices like text-to-speech software and eye-gaze systems to simpler, low-tech options like picture symbols and communication boards—all designed to support self-expression. These tools […]
Liaise Harvest Festival 2024: Winners Announced
We received fantastic submissions for the Harvest Festival competition, and our Liaise Influencers, who took on the role of part-time judges, had a tough time choosing the winners. The quality and creativity on display made the decision challenging, with entries ranging from beautiful harvest displays to unique crafts that showcased the talents of our participants. […]
Speech and Language Therapy with Claire
Claire* is one of the people supported at Birchwood House in Newham. With the help of our speech and language team, her communication skills have recently been on an upward trajectory. Claire was having a difficult time with some challenging behaviours, and feeling isolated from the social environment at Birchwood as a result. Our in-house […]
