Heroic support worker saves a life with first aid actions

Kevin, an Hft support worker from Newcastle, saved the life of someone he was supporting when he performed an abdominal thrust.

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“They’re all superstars” – Hft support workers praised by nurse

An Hft support worker from Sheffield has earned praise from NHS staff for going above and beyond to support someone in hospital.

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Learning disability charity appoints new Chair of Trustees

Amanda Bunce has been apppointed as Chair of the Board of Trustees for national learning disability charity Hft.

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Learning disability charity explores use of technology as part of social care provision

Research about how technology can transform the way care is delivered to people with learning disabilities has been shared at a conference in Manchester.

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Stroud man with learning disabilities makes gallery debut

Rob, who is supported in Gloucestershire, is showcasing twenty of his 'upside down paintings' this month.

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Hft celebrates women making a difference

This International Women's Day, we're celebrating Carryann and Em - just two of the amazing women working at and supported by Hft.

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Learning disability service receives grant to transform garden

Our service in Flintshire has been awarded £15,000 to develop a garden project that will enhance the lives of people supported there.

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Charity steps up to present findings of MP poll at academic conference

Hft's Public Affairs and Policy Manager has presented the findings of research examining how politicians judge others by their footwear.

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Devon couple fund support service for family carers

Hft has received a donation that will allow it to continue supporting those who care for family members with learning disabillities.

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