Our stories
Everyone has stories to tell. Staff and people we support tell us their stories about things that are important to them or things they have achieved in their lives. We want to share some of those stories.
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Tina talks about how being a volunteer makes her happy.
Warwick talks about how IT training has made him more confident.
Michael goes to college part-time and works at his local cinema.
"It’s such a pleasure to work with people like Pat, who work hard and are so keen to be involved."
Barbara works for UR Sorted, she says "I'm putting my money in the bank and saving it up."
David's skills have increased since his support workers have used Person-Centred Active Support
Darren works for UR Consultants, he says "I get to meet lots of new people when we are training... I’m more confident now."
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"Support is vital but we need the freedom to define the future for ourselves."
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"I love music, especially rock music with a good beat."
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"You learn something new everyday and most of it comes from the people you support!"
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Ivan, 26, has learning disabilities and is supported by United Response in Derby. He was recently reunited with his sister.
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"I practise at least five days a week, for two hours."
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Shehzad is supported to celebrate his faith in a meaningful way.
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"Now I watch the films I want, when I want."
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One man who doesn’t see age as an issue is relief support worker, Leo Burch.