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💜 We're very pleased to see our CEO Stephen Veevers on the cover of Care Talk Magazine! In the article 'What keeps me awake at night' he shares his thoughts on the current state of social care and hopes for the future. 👇 Take a look at the full April issue here
💬 "I’ve always talked about doing the zip wire but never managed to make it happen… until now!" 🙌 A group of learning disabled adults are preparing to take on the world’s fastest zip wire to raise money for their local Luv2meetU service, and our CEO Stephen Veevers was so inspired by the team's adventurous spirit that he's joining them for the ride!
💜 It's World Down Syndrome Day and we want to hashtag#EndTheStereotypes so everyone can live the life they want! People with Down’s Syndrome can live independently, enjoy relationships, get jobs and achieve other life goals, despite the barriers society inflicts on them. Elizabeth, who is believed to be one of the oldest women in the world with Down’s Syndrome, has kindly shared her story with us and how she continues to live life to the full in her 78th year.
🐝 Recently we were treated to some brilliant performances at the 'FitBees got talent' final! 🏆 The show was a combination of in-person performances and video submissions from people we support across the country. Ranging from renditions of Celine Dion and Abba, to dance routines, and even some football skills, however it was Linda's beautiful poetry recital that received the top score and saw her take the trophy!
🎉 We are absolutely thrilled that Rachael has been announced as a finalist for the Learning Disability and Autism Leaders' List Awards! 🙌 Rachael, who is a member of our Hft Luv2meetU service as well as a member of our Walk in Our Shoes Network, has been recognised for her advocacy work particularly in relation to changing attitudes. She has thrown herself into her work and taken every opportunity to speak up about the barriers faced by learning disabled people. She has also recently become an NHS Oliver McGowan trainer, helping to ensure that the needs of learning disabled adults are met by health care professionals. 🏆 The full awards ceremony is being held later in the year and we wish Rachael the best of luck!
🙌 “We are delighted to be part of this exciting partnership. Commitment to diverse and accessible recruitment is invaluable, and this partnership will make an incredible difference to the lives of the interns who participate.” 💼 HM Revenue & Customs has become the first Government department to team up with our supported employment partner DFN Project SEARCH and offer supported internships to students who have special educational needs or autism in Liverpool!
💼 Less than 5% of people with learning disabilities are in paid employment, so we are thrilled to see that the Palace of Westminster have appointed 6 new employees who have Down's Syndrome! 💜 Work is such a huge part of a person’s life experience, and anyone who wants to work should have the opportunity to do so.
💬 "I have never been a traditional academic so when I realised I could gain a qualification whilst learning practically, there was no stopping me!" 💼 It's National Apprenticeship Week this week and we spoke to some of our current Hft apprentices about what life is like as an apprentice in the social care sector
🙌 "We are proud to be the first employer championing Project Search in Worcestershire and it will help us promote the Trust as a diverse and inclusive workplace.” 💜 Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust (WAHT) has joined forces with Regency High School in Worcestershire and DFN Project SEARCH , to launch a supported internship program aimed at transforming the lives of young adults who have special educational needs and disabilities.
🔊 Calling all runners and those wanting to take on an exciting challenge this year! 🔊 We may just have the perfect opportunity for you to get fit, reach a pb and have fun .... take on the famous Bath Half Marathon 2024 with team Hft on Sunday 17th March! 🏃 This half marathon is fast, flat and considered the best half in the South West and we have a place on the start line with your name on it! 🏅 Make every mile count for #TeamHft at the #BathHalf and be an Hft Hero for the amazing people we support! 👏
