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‘It feels like being shot in the heart’ – living with anxiety and a learning disability

‘It feels like being shot in the heart’ – living with anxiety and a learning disability

This Mental Health Awareness Week (15-21 May), learning disability charity Hft is raising awareness of anxiety in learning disabled adults.

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Local woman celebrates her love of the Spice Girls

Local woman celebrates her love of the Spice Girls

Lifelong music lover and local woman Dionne recently enjoyed a night of music by her favourite band – the Spice Girls.

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Learning disability charity support worker encourages a move away from autism stereotypes

Learning disability charity support worker encourages a move away from autism stereotypes

In celebration of World Autism Acceptance Week (27 March – 2 April), a Support Practitioner at learning disability charity Hft is sharing an insight into working with autistic people in the hopes of raising awareness and encouraging acceptance.

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Malcolm’s Million

Malcolm’s Million

Malcolm, who has a learning disability, has walked one million steps to transform his health following a challenge set by support staff.

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Improving transport for people with learning disabilities – John

January 2, 2019

Everyday Life

Improving transport for people with learning disabilities – John

John, who is supported by Hft, has been working hard to improve the accessibility of public transport for people with learning disabilities.

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‘Discovering your passion’ – Lewis

June 15, 2018

Leisure, Everyday Life

‘Discovering your passion’ – Lewis

Lewis discovered his passion for ballet three years ago. Since then, Lewis has regularly attended classes and built his skills to perform in over ten shows across the country! Staff who support Lewis at the Learning Zone were able to see the progress he has made in ballet, as they got the chance to see him dance in a show.

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Little devices that help in a big way – Glenn

Little devices that help in a big way – Glenn

Canary Care and the Mindme Location Device has enabled Glenn to retain both his confidence and independence – and Hft staff are confident that he’s safe when they’re not around…

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