At Liaise, the voices of the people we support guide everything we do. One of the ways this happens is through our Influencers – a group of people we support who share their ideas, experiences, and perspectives to help shape Liaise.
Recently, our Influencers told us they wanted to focus on health and wellbeing, and one idea really stood out: creating a healthy recipe guide that could be shared with others across Liaise.
Getting creative in the kitchen
To bring the idea to life, our Influencers rolled up their sleeves and got busy in the kitchen. They spent time cooking, tasting, and refining their favourite healthy dishes – choosing recipes that are enjoyable, achievable, and meaningful to them.
From simple meals to comforting favourites with a healthy twist, every recipe reflects the personalities, tastes, and creativity of the people who made them. Throughout the process, there was plenty of teamwork, laughter, and pride as the cookbook began to take shape.
A cookbook by and for the people we support
Earlier this month, our Influencers proudly launched their very own community cookbook – written by and for the people we support. This isn’t just a collection of recipes; it’s a celebration of independence, choice, and shared experiences.
We’re delighted to now be sharing the cookbook more widely across Liaise. Even better, it’s already taken on a life of its own, with new recipes being sent in from across our services.
Cooking along and growing together
It’s been wonderful to see people cooking along at home, sharing photos of their dishes, and adding their own ideas to the mix. The cookbook continues to grow, shaped by the people it was created for.
A huge thank you to our Influencers for their enthusiasm, creativity, and leadership. This project is a brilliant example of what can happen when people are supported to share their voices and shape things together.
We can’t wait to see what they create next.
