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Creative curiosity
Our CEO Sarah Maguire shares how we can be creative in all areas of our lives "and in doing so create more opportunities for us all to be happier at work."
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Inside out
Art therapist Evelyn Pelayo talks about human connection through the power of art and introduces her new art group Inside Out.
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Be more blueberry
The power of art and creativity in the support of adults with learning disabilities can be found in much of our work at Choice Support. One hub of creative activity is our Jubilee House service where people we support have formed as a group of artists embarking on setting-up their own social enterprise.
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Chris helps to save lives
During the pandemic, Chris seized an opportunity to become a volunteer vaccinator, which is a first step towards pursuing his dream career.
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It's time to say thank you
During this extremely difficult year, volunteers have continued to offer their time and skills for the benefit of others. It’s time to say a big thank you for the huge contribution they make.
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Exploring meat free alternatives
What do people with a learning disability think about eating meat? Read about the findings of our study, sponsored by Quorn.
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Becoming a domestic goddess
Unfortunately Catherine was becoming labelled as someone challenging to support. It never really suited her to live with other people and she was evicted several times, spending many years living in a respite unit.
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A time to breathe
As mental health awareness week comes to an end, Sarah reflects on the importance of connecting with nature and allowing ourselves to breathe.
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A sanctuary by the sea
Nate had been struggling with issues relating to his mental health for many years. After attending our Crisis Café, Sanctuary by the Sea, Nate has started looking forward to his future.
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From hospital to home
Moving from a mental health hospital to being supported in the community can be a challenging transition. The right support from an excellent care team makes all the difference in helping people to regain their confidence and independent living skills.
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First aid for mental health
In these challenging times protecting and promoting our own and other people’s mental health is more important than ever. Train with us online as a Mental Health First Aider.
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