Learning disability stories

Local construction team digs in to revive garden for learning disabled adults

Staff from VolkerFitzpatrick are clearing a garden at the centre, run by the learning disability charity Hft in Shefford, Bedfordshire.

How Music Therapy Helps Bristol Man Feel Seen and Heard

Nick lives at an Hft supported living service in Bristol, where he has music therapy sessions every week. Music is one of his greatest loves.

Former swim teacher takes on Lake Windermere dip for charity

A woman who used to teach swimming took the plunge back into the water to raise money for the charity she now works for: Hft.

Intrepid trio enjoy ‘dream’ holiday to Disney

A group of learning disabled adults in Shropshire saw a holiday dream come true – with a trip to EuroDisney in France.

Students rally to support Ian’s charity trek up Everest

How physiotherapy is improving the lives of learning disabled people

Lewis heading to Skegness for first ever holiday

Barnsley Village Festival raises cash for Christmas celebration

Still waiting for answers: Hft responds to social care spending review

Yesterday’s Spending Review leaves many questions unanswered for social care. The government must set out further detail.

Alan’s trip to Buckingham Palace garden party