Out of area placements The National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTi) has just published its report ‘Close to Home’, reviewing out of area placements for adults with mental health conditions. Its findings are concerning, showing that these placements can often go on for long periods of time, with home care coordinators finding it increasingly difficult...Continue Reading

Supported living – a home that’s just right People with learning disabilities and other support needs share a common need and right to find a home that’s just right for them. Supported living can offer this; it’s one of the most common living choices for adults with learning disabilities, second only to living in the...Continue Reading

Independent living happy We all want to be independent living happy in a home that is safe, secure and adapted to our own needs. Many of us might be looking for enough bedrooms for our growing family, a garden where children can play, or parking for the car we need to travel to work. Some...Continue Reading

Dogs – why are they so pawesome? We all love our dogs and, as the saying goes, they are our best friends. Owning a dog has so many benefits: it makes you more active and therefore healthier; and it reduces stress and feelings of isolation. Owning a dog, or just being around one even for...Continue Reading

Gardeners don’t grow on trees – or do they? Could you – or your business – be in this picture? Gardeners and non-gardeners, listen up. We have a number of starter gardens that are looking for corporate or horticulture sponsors. Gardening makes a great team day. You can visit the garden in advance, work out...Continue Reading