Everyday Life

Hft’s accessible choir hitting all the right notes

Lorraine discovers love of baking after lifechanging eye surgery

Meet Rodney the rescue dog bringing smiles to people we support in Bristol

Every morning, Rodney goes to work at Hft's supported living service in Bristol. His role? Spreading happiness to the people we support.

Amazing Rachael nominated for the Regional British Care Awards

Recently, Rachael was recognised for her hard work. She’s been nominated for the Regional British Care Awards! 

Learning disabled man from Surrey finds an unusual use for old toilets

Learning disabled man from Bristol sings at the Royal Albert Hall in celebration of accessible music

‘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.

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.

Learning disabled people embrace sun, rain and soil at Saffron Acres

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.