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We have full liability insurance 023 8104 0185 07770 792361 clean-u-up@hotmail.com We provide one of the best professional Carpet & Fabric cleaning Systems People with Learning Disabilities Celebrate their Successes People with learning disabilities from across the south coast have been crowned as award winners to celebrate their achievements. 2nd November saw a packed out Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton full of family, friends and supporters of Minstead Trust. e Trust is a charity that supports more than 270 people with learning disabilities to live in their own homes, learn new skills and nd employment. e audience came together to celebrate the achievements of people supported by the Trust, and to watch a superb performance from the Hanger Farm Community eatre. e day also addressed key issues faced by the social care system, and how Minstead Trust’s new system of support is attempting to tackle those concerns. e event began with members of the talented community theatre group speaking about their passions through the mode of movement and comedy. e group helps dozens of people to be more con dent, make friends, and ensure their voices are heard by society. e celebrations continued with the annual awards ceremony, showcasing the winners of seven di erent awards for people with learning disabilities: Luke Brindley, We appreciate each person: Luke has developed his relationships and skills at Lily&Lime, one of Minstead Trust’s social enterprises. He’s been hugely supportive of other members of sta and trainees. Abbie Carrier, We are always learning: Abbie has shown excellent work in supporting at weddings and serving co ee to members of the public at Hanger Farm Arts Centre. Silas Pink, We are always improving: Silas has had many ups and downs but he’s kept a positive attitude towards life. Jason Carty, We push for change: Jason has demonstrated amazing growth over the past year. He’s become a much more con dent person and is now ready to move on to supported living, which is a huge step in his journey towards more independence. Jon Clutterbuck, Joy in every day: Covid was a real challenge for Jon, his routine is very important to him and he o en doesn’t enjoy any changes to it. But he’s done excellently in becoming more spontaneous and to engage more in social events and outings. Robert Guy, Rotary award: Bob can now do his washing independently, as well as cook meals for others in the household. He’s a very chatty, friendly man who has made friends with many people throughout Portsmouth, including Harry Redknapp! Tyler Morgan, Jenna Dixon award: Tyler has excelled on the Step Up For Work programme, and is now in paid employment at Hanger Farm Arts Centre. Luke, Silas, Bob, Simon, Jon and Tyler – Minstead Trust award winners Adam Dodd, CEO of Minstead Trust, then detailed the Trust’s new ve year strategy and, speci cally, how the strategy will attempt to overturn challenges faced by the social care system, and improve how the charity puts people with learning disabilities at the heart of what they do. e three pillars of the strategy include “exploring and nurturing potential, educating and inspiring society and involving the people that we support throughout our organisation.” Adam said: “In the past, we’ve been good at looking after people in their homes and supporting them in day opportunities but the reality of the funding structure mean that certain things, certain aspirations from the people we support, could get lost. What we’ve tried to do with the new strategy is to build a more joined up organisation where we can fully listen to the wants and needs of people we support.” e day was rounded up by Elizabeth Selby, Chair of Minstead Trust: “The reason we work as hard as we do to grow Minstead Trust and to achieve what we have to achieve is because we want to improve the lives of the people we support. The learning disability community has a lot to offer and we can help them become much more a part of society.” AUDLEY STANBRIDGE EARLS TO HOST ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FAIR Audley Stanbridge Earls, the luxury retirement village in Romsey, Hampshire will host its annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 11th December between 11am and 3pm. Open to property owners, friends and family, and those living in the community, the Christmas Fair is the perfect opportunity to get into the festive spirit. With Christmas carols lling the village, attendees will be able to enjoy festive delights including mulled wine and mince pies, while browsing stalls selling local produce and handmade gi s, with some made by the owners that live at Audley Stanbridge Earls. Audley Stanbridge Earls is based inRomsey, Hampshire and has 155 properties. e village is home to the Audley Club, o ering luxury facilities including a swimming pool, library, restaurant, bar/bistro and spa. Alongside this, exible care is available as and when needed. e Christmas Fairs are free to attend, and everyone is welcome. For more information please visit: www. audleyvillages.co.uk/retirement-villages/ stanbridge-earls
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