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News | 15 October 2019

CQC is correct to highlight good quality care, but still not enough being done

Achievements should not mask the fact that far too many vulnerable people are still not receiving the care they need nor getting it in time, says Mark Ospedale

News | 10 October 2019

Dedicated disability hate crime reporting hub now open in Leeds following sharp rise in offences

Learning disability charity United Response has opened a dedicated third-party disability hate crime reporting centre at its Leeds area office to help empower more victims or witnesses to come forward and report offences in confidence.

Community services

News | 09 October 2019

Disability hate crime charges fall despite sharp rises in reports and repeat offenders, new figures reveal

Fewer people are being charged or prosecuted for disability hate crimes across England and Wales despite continued rises in reports, disturbing new police figures reveal.

News | 26 September 2019

Newcastle care worker goes the extra 4,500 miles for people with learning disabilities

A care worker from Newcastle is so committed to helping people with learning disabilities that she regularly goes the extra mile – sometimes even as many as 4,500 and to another continent altogether.

News | 24 September 2019

Learning disability charity wins health and safety award for post-Grenfell work on fire advice

Head of Health & Safety at United Response, Shonagh Methven scooped an award at this year’s National Association for Safety and Health in Care Services (NASHiCS) conference for her work to transform fire safety advice for vulnerable people living at registered care homes across England and Wales.

Housing

News | 05 September 2019

Chancellor’s piecemeal Spending Review investment into social care vital but ‘simply not enough’

Real investment and a long-term approach to tackling social care is now needed more than ever, says Tim Cooper

News | 08 August 2019

Easingwold’s popular ‘Boot Shop’ celebrates 25 years of community cohesion and support

The Boot Shop in Easingwold this month celebrated 25 Years of helping people develop new skills and live independently.

News | 06 August 2019

Medieval Suffolk barn to host anniversary celebration for locals with learning disabilities

A Stowmarket care home is celebrating a decade of supporting local people with learning disabilities this summer with a special anniversary event in one of Suffolk’s most unique and historic buildings.

News | 26 July 2019

United Response cautiously welcomes trial of specialist learning disability GP in Hull

Learning from new Hull GP trial must be used to widen the skills of mainstream doctors across the country in supporting people with learning disabilities, says Tim Cooper.

News | 11 July 2019

United Response hosts art exhibition showcasing Folkestone talent

United Response hosts a week-long art exhibition showcasing Folkestone talent. Its Cheriton Road service invited local artists, many with disabilities, to exhibit their art work including paintings and sculptures.

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CQC is correct to highlight good quality care, but still not enough being done

Dedicated disability hate crime reporting hub now open in Leeds following sharp rise in offences

Disability hate crime charges fall despite sharp rises in reports and repeat offenders, new figures reveal

Newcastle care worker goes the extra 4,500 miles for people with learning disabilities

Learning disability charity wins health and safety award for post-Grenfell work on fire advice

Chancellor’s piecemeal Spending Review investment into social care vital but ‘simply not enough’

Easingwold’s popular ‘Boot Shop’ celebrates 25 years of community cohesion and support

Medieval Suffolk barn to host anniversary celebration for locals with learning disabilities

United Response cautiously welcomes trial of specialist learning disability GP in Hull

United Response hosts art exhibition showcasing Folkestone talent