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Our latest news and blogs from across United Response. Find out about our latest campaigns and activities in the community…

Blog | 05 September 2022

MP Kerry McCarthy and BBC Radio Bristol visit Potter’s Den allotment

by Jenna Lloyd

Our St George’s allotment has undergone a massive transformation over the past 12 months. Thanks to the support of donors, funders, staff and volunteers, the space is now wheelchair-accessible and has lots of facilities including an outdoor kitchen.
- Community services
Blog | 23 August 2022

Climate crisis: our projects put people we support at the centre of the fight

by Ali Gunn

With the UK experiencing recent bouts of extreme weather and a cost of living crisis, our Head of Public Affairs and Policy reflects on what more we could do to include disabled people in the fight against climate change and food poverty.
Blog | 22 August 2022

Matt is York College’s Student Role Model of the Year

by Jenna Lloyd

Matt won the Inclusivity/Student Role Model Award at York College’s second annual REACH awards.
- Education
- Supported employment
Blog | 18 August 2022

‘Nobody wanted to leave!’: Darlington support workers organise a Wonderland tea party for the Queen’s Jubilee

by Ali Mills

One unusual summer’s day at Hutton Avenue, Santa played croquet, people danced in the driveway and a 6ft rabbit ran down the street!
- Supported living
Blog | 16 August 2022

Easingwold Community Library showcases works from talented Boot Shop artists

by Ali Mills

The exhibition features mixed media artwork created by people we support. It’s free to visit and will be in place until October.
- Community services
Blog | 10 August 2022

Britain’s Disabled Strongman includes strong women and girls too!

by Jenna Lloyd

The seventh annual Britain’s Disabled Strongman competition took place in Somerset on 30 and 31 July.
Blog | 10 August 2022

The Queen’s Jubilee and Bill So High: poems by Donna Harrison

by Donna Harrison

Donna is a writer from Hampton. She’s written two poems about current events in Britain in 2022.
Blog | 08 August 2022

How loud does the bell need to be rung before government addresses the social care funding crisis?

by Ali Gunn

Our Public Affairs and Policy Lead reflects on the publication of the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities committee report into the long term funding of adult social care.
Blog | 08 August 2022

Incoming Prime Minister must prioritise paid employment for disabled citizens, United Response CEO says following latest NHS figures

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Our CEO Tim Cooper reflects on the latest job statistics showing major inequalities for adults with learning disabilities in England.
- Education
- Supported employment
Blog | 08 August 2022

Pride at United Response: Adele and Helena celebrate five years together

by Jenna Lloyd

Helena and Adele met at a United Response service in 2017 and have been going on adventures together ever since.
- Supported living

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MP Kerry McCarthy and BBC Radio Bristol visit Potter’s Den allotment

Climate crisis: our projects put people we support at the centre of the fight

Matt is York College’s Student Role Model of the Year

‘Nobody wanted to leave!’: Darlington support workers organise a Wonderland tea party for the Queen’s Jubilee

Easingwold Community Library showcases works from talented Boot Shop artists

Britain’s Disabled Strongman includes strong women and girls too!

The Queen’s Jubilee and Bill So High: poems by Donna Harrison

How loud does the bell need to be rung before government addresses the social care funding crisis?

Incoming Prime Minister must prioritise paid employment for disabled citizens, United Response CEO says following latest NHS figures

Pride at United Response: Adele and Helena celebrate five years together