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After becoming an independent candidate in the 2026 local elections, Gina Patel opens up about her experience in politics, the barriers disabled people face and her message for the new Prime Minister

Tina Carr shares her journey from Moray Lodge support worker to service manager. Tina tells us why she loves working in social care, and why tenants think supported living is a great option.

Ryan lives at Fethneys, our residential service in Worthing for up to 10 disabled adults. Ryan discusses meeting famous actors, becoming a famous fan of Portsmouth Football Club, and why Fethneys is a great place to live.

Ashley lives at Fethneys, a residential service in Worthing that supports up to 10 disabled adults.

The build up to Budget day comes with much speculation about what tax changes may be announced and lots of headline figures and claims. At Leonard Cheshire, we are focusing on a different set of figures today - on what this budget means for social...

By Rachel Hynard, Facilities Manager

By Nick Bishop

By Lisa Jacob, Facilities Manager at Bradbury House

At School Drive, our 24-hour supported living service in Aberdeen, we’ve seen many inspiring journeys, but Natalie’s stands out in a special way.

When Andrew arrived at Agnes Court in May 2018, his life had been turned upside down. Just a year earlier, he had suffered a life-threatening aneurysm, which led to a severe brain haemorrhage. The incident left him bedbound, barely able to speak, and...