CoreFest, a free accessible music festival run by Hft, attracted record crowds as hundreds of people came together to enjoy a weekend of live music.
Read MoreTwo members of staff at a learning disability service in Worcestershire have been recognised for their commitment and dedication in supporting a resident described as “a true hero”, up until he passed away.
Read More"The time for consultation is over. Urgent and decisive action is now needed to save a sector which the CQC describes as ‘at a tipping point’. Hft calls for cross-party action following publication of committee report.
Read MoreBilly Davis, Public Affairs and Policy Manager at Hft, commented: “Today’s research from Adass adds to the growing body of evidence that there is an ongoing funding crisis crippling the social care sector."
Read MoreBecky and Henry travelled to 10 Downing Street to present the Prime Minister with a custom-made pair of shoes, designed using pictures of Voices to be Heard members as part of their Walk in Our Shoes campaign.
Read MoreHRH The Princess Royal has attended an event at the House of Lords to recognise the charitable projects that are enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities despite the social care funding crisis.
Read MoreBilly Davis, Public Affairs & Policy Manager at Hft, commented: “Our staff are the cornerstone of providing the high quality, person-centred support that adults with learning disabilities deserve. Any initiative which sees them get paid more for the invaluable work that they do should therefore be warmly welcomed.
Read MoreA Cornwall service is marking 25 years of supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible with a mad hatter-themed garden party.
Read More“Most of the people we support have never set foot on a boat, and at least one has never been on holiday.” A Bishop’s Stortford learning disability charity is inviting the public to a coffee morning in order to raise funds for a much-anticipated trip.
Read MoreA charity service manager from Market Harborough who has dedicated his life to supporting people with learning disabilities has been invited to Buckingham Palace in recognition of his efforts.
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