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We stand together in solidarity with the people of Southport who were impacted by the recent tragedy and our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who’ve died and are receiving treatment for their injuries.

There are some who’ve used the tragic events of Monday 29 July, as an excuse to take to the streets to spread hate and incite violence. As an organisation, we condemn all forms of bigotry, racism, and xenophobia. We foster an inclusive, welcoming and supportive culture for the people we support and all of our colleagues, irrespective of religion or race.

We stand with those communities and individuals who’ve been impacted by these events, and those who now feel unsafe due to this rise in extremist activity.

These acts of aggression and intimidation are designed to cause division in our communities. We must not let that happen. We want to see an end to the violence immediately.

📢 Calling all providers!

✅ Our annual survey with Care England is now live and we need your help to understand the financial health of the sector and the challenges it's facing.

👉 Have your say here: https://loom.ly/Lp0bX-o

💬 "The day was a huge success and everyone who attended had a fantastic time!"

🎉 The one day festival 'BestFest' hosted by Hft Wadebridge had over 250 guests and raised a fantastic £2000!

👉 Read more about the event here: https://loom.ly/6ms205g

💬 "I’d rather do stand-up than do a skydive!"

💜 We are lucky to have so many wonderful people fundraise for us, from individuals running marathons, to corporate fundraising events, but Alan took a different route with his stand-up comedy night!

🎤 Despite some stage fright ahead of the show, he took to the stage and had the crowd in stitches.

👇 If you want to challenge yourself, why not do it whilst fundraising for learning disabled adults? Take a look at our fundraising page here: https://loom.ly/BhJgRRU

Hft | Get involved | Fundraising ideas | Fundraise for Hft Fundraising is essential to Hft. Hft fundraisers help us create awareness, fund our charitable projects and support people to live the best life possible.

☀️ "We were blessed with glorious sunshine on the day!"

🚗 Two learning disabled men from Bedfordshire unexpectedly found themselves being treated as VIPs on a bumper car ride during a day out to Hunstanton Beach.

👉 Read the full story here: https://loom.ly/TcNEzws

💬 "There are challenges along the way but ask any support worker and you’ll hear how rewarding it really is"

💜 From Fairy Kingdom parties, to sunny trips to the seaside, no day is the same when you're a Learning Disability Support Worker!

👇 Read more about our latest campaign here: https://loom.ly/ufCtmLk

I’m a support worker, of course I went to a fairy kingdom party today - HFT Attending fairy kingdom parties, laying out the red carpet for colleagues and people you support who’ve just attended the Royal Garden Party – or even a simple trip to the seaside. These are all real-life examples of life as a support worker for learning disability charity, Hft.

🙌 Our Luv2MeetU groups in Cheshire and Flintshire recently visited the iconic Emmerdale TV set in the Yorkshire Dales!

💜 The group enjoyed a wonderful, guided tour through the renowned village. They took in beloved spots from the show like Café Main Street, David’s Shop, and the Di**le garage.

👉 Find out more about L2MU here: https://loom.ly/b61Cb8g

💬 “I like what I’m doing and I have fun in my job"

📞 After her internship with DFN Project Search HQ, Laura took her new found love of all things admin and jumped at the chance to be a volunteer Receptionist at Hft day service Hwb Cyfle!

💼 Laura has become a key part of the team and receives great support from Cluster Manager Jade Lambert and other colleagues in the service, and we all agree she's doing a brilliant job!

👇 Find out more about internships, volunteering and supported employment opportunities here: https://loom.ly/HDsO2RI

Learning disabled man from Surrey finds an unusual use for old toilets A learning disabled man from Surrey has been taking upcycling to another level with his unique garden planters. Lawrence, who attends the Kingston Day Opportunities Resource Centre, a day service f…

💬 "Paul has done incredibly well and we are incredibly proud of him!"

⬇️ Paul has been on his weight loss journey for five years and has recently celebrated reaching his target of two stone lost!

👇 Read more about how Hft staff helped support Paul reach his goal:

https://loom.ly/lhFJRgs

🏥 Eight years ago, Jack *, a then 19-year-old learning disabled man from the south-east of England, found himself locked up in a hospital under the Mental Health Act, with just a mattress on the floor.

🙌 Today, he is happily living in a residential service where he cooks and cleans for himself, drives his own car and enjoys a round of golf once a week.

💜Only the right care and support will stop the scandal of learning disabled people being trapped in inpatient units

👇 Read more here:

https://loom.ly/VcIp_As

Only the right care and support will stop the scandal of learning disabled people being trapped in inpatient units - HFT Eight years ago, Jack *, a then 19-year-old learning disabled man from the south-east of England, found himself locked up in a hospital under the Mental Health Act, with just a mattress on the floor.

💬 “I love my new doorbell and my sign, it means I can still do my post”

🔔 Introducing...Postman Philips new doorbell!

💡 Philip has been the postman at our Ryeford Court service for over 19 years, but recently he’s been experiencing some mobility issues and was unable to use the stairs to collect post from the office. Business Support Officer Tina had an idea, and asked Philip if he'd like to have a doorbell so the post could be brought down to him instead, and he said yes!

💜 All the staff know that when the Little Mermaid song plays, Philip is here and it's time to take down the post!

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💬 “The fact that adult social care didn’t even warrant a single mention will be devastating to the entire sector,”

👑 Our CEO, Steve Veevers, has responded to the King's Speech made earlier today.

👇 Read the full response here: https://loom.ly/4jN-2C8

Learning disability charity Hft – ‘Hoping for better to come’ from King’s Speech makes no mention of social care - HFT It isn’t a surprise that adult social care has been substantially left out of the setting out of the agenda for the government in the King’s Speech, as the manifesto had precious little on concrete commitments. So says Steve Veevers, CEO of Hft, the learning disability charity, in response to to...

🙌 Nominate us - we need your help!

💜 by Benefact Group are donating over £1 million to charities across the UK and your nomination could help us win £1000 to help support learning disabled adults live their best lives possible! All you need to do is click the link below, search 'H F Trust' in organisations and fill out a few simple details.

👇 Nominations close on Friday 21st July. Find all the details and make your nomination here: https://loom.ly/bmJ_QUw

📝Our CEO, Stephen Veevers, has written an open letter to the new Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, asking for long-term social care reform that benefits everyone.

👇 Read the full letter here:
https://loom.ly/dzk2Vhk

An open letter to the Prime Minister from Hft CEO, Stephen Veevers - HFT Hft, the learning disability charity, has written an open letter to the new Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, asking for long-term social care reform that benefits everyone.

💬 “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to really transform social care and create a brighter future for learning disabled adults. But we need to make sure that promises are not forgotten and that solutions are fully funded.”

🙌 Our CEO, Steve Veevers, has responded to the results of the 2024 General Election, saying a cross-party approach is the only solution to social care crisis.

👇 Read the full response here: https://loom.ly/T79F2sQ

Learning disability charity says cross-party approach is the only solution to social care crisis - HFT Hft, the learning disability charity, has congratulated Sir Keir Starmer on his election win but adds that the approach to solving the crisis in social care will take brave and strong leadership to address head-on the complexities and challenges the sector is facing.

🚨 It's day!

🙌 Remember you can take someone with you for support, as long as they are registered to vote, and don't forget your ID.

💜 Make sure you are seen, heard and respected when exercising your right to vote!

🗳️ The general election is only one day away, but are you still unsure of what each party actually stands for?

📝 have created a simple 'one-pagers' on each political party, listing which issues are important to them, to help you decide which party gets your vote.

👇 Take a look at the guides here: https://loom.ly/6q-MU6E

Things that are important to each party We have used a BBC comparison tool to create resources about issues that are important to each party.

🙌 We are absolutely thrilled that our work with Lioncourt Homes has been recognised and announced as a finalist at this years Housebuilder Awards!

🏡 The brand new, purpose-built homes, are part of a landmark redevelopment that support learning disabled adults to thrive, giving more people to have the option to be supported within their local communities and a key to their own front door.

👇 You can find out more about Ironbridge Supported Living, including the last remaining spaces, here: https://loom.ly/mPh5kzc

Ironbridge Supported Living - HFT New purpose-built homes for learning disabled adults

🌷 As we celebrated earlier this week on 24 June, Lawrence has been showing off his unique upcycling project - a toilet planter!

🚽 A keen plumber, he dismantled, cleaned and restored an unused toilet left over from a renovation project, which now sits pride of place in the community garden!

👇 Read more here:

https://loom.ly/xKNHezU

Learning disabled man from Surrey finds an unusual use for old toilets - HFT A learning disabled man from Surrey has been taking upcycling to another level with his unique garden planters.

🗳️ Are you ready to vote in the 2024 General Election?

'My Vote My Voice' are holding a webinar today (28th June) at 1pm BST to hear about:

✅ What to expect at the polling station when you go to vote
✅ Peoples experience of voting in past elections
✅ Where to find out about what each party stands for

🙌 The session is aimed at people with learning disabilities and people who support them, but is open to everyone!

👇 Get your free webinar tickets here: https://loom.ly/dkqyohg

Get Tickets – My Vote My Voice: Getting ready to vote – Zoom On the 4th July we will be having a general election to decide who will be the next government. There are 1.5 million people w...

📖 Before a general election, each political party will create a 'manifesto'.

📝 A manifesto is a list of plans the party aim to implement if they win the general election. It's important to read these so you have a full understanding of who and what you're voting for.

👇 Mencap have gathered a list of all the Easy Read versions of these manifestos, which you can read here: https://loom.ly/bHZGwRM

General Election 2024 Easy Read manifestos Advice and Information Hub Advice and Information Hub Education Health Housing Information for healthcare professionals Keeping people safe Learning disability diagnosis Learning disability helpline Mencap Training Academy Money and benefits Relationships, friendships and s*x Social care Travel Will...

🚨Ballot results for the 2025 TCS London Marathon are out, good luck to everyone who entered!

🏃 If it’s bad news, fear not! You can run with us and secure a place with for just £50.

💜 Make your miles count for learning disabled adults.

👇 Click the link to find out more: https://loom.ly/4DC1pl8

TCS London Marathon 2025 - HFT The TCS London Marathon is the largest annual fundraising event on the planet - register your interest in joining today!

We are wishing a full and speedy recovery to our Royal Patron, HRH Princess Anne.

The people we support at Hft, along with the staff, are looking forward to seeing Princess Anne back on her feet and visiting our services again soon! 💜

🚶‍♀️Penny, supported by Hft in Bristol, took on the Cancer Research UK Race for Life 5km event yesterday!

💜 Before the big day she spoke to BBC Radio Bristol about how she was training for the event and how exercise is a huge part of her daily life.

👇 You can listen to the interview on BBC Sounds here (2:56:00 - 2:59:00):

https://loom.ly/zP829fY

🏠 The learning disabled people we support want to live in a world where there is enough high-quality accessible and supported housing for everyone who needs it. We want the next government to make this one of its priorities.

🔎 Find out more here: https://loom.ly/F6VQY14

Hft | Voices for Our Future | Housing We want a world where everyone with a learning disability can live fully in a community we choose

❓ Learning disabled adults are able to have somebody with them while voting, but who can you bring with you on polling day?

✅ A parent or sibling
✅ Spouse or civil partner
✅ Son or daughter who is over 18
✅ Someone you trust, such as a support worker

It's also important the anyone who you bring with you on polling day is registered to vote in this election.

💜 Make sure you are seen, heard and respected when exercising your right to vote!

🚨 Every person should be able to vote without facing barriers. But there are many misconceptions when it comes to the rights of learning disabled adults and voting.

👥 As well as having the same legal rights, learning disabled adults are able to have somebody with them on polling day to support them in casting their vote.

🗳️ Polling stations are required to provide assistance and reasonable adjustments to all voters and learning disabled adults have the right to complain if they feel their rights are not being respected.

💜 Make sure you are seen, heard and respected when exercising your right to vote!

💬 "Without decisive action, the consequences will be dire for the millions who rely on these services”.

📝 Providers, health think tanks and charities, including our CEO Steve Veevers, have criticised the lack of focus on the social care sector in major party manifestos.

👇 Read more here: https://loom.ly/jNdMa4I

Ex-top social care boss says ‘absolutely key’ next government prioritises sector Providers, health think tanks and charities have criticised the main parties for a lack of focus on the sector in their manifestos.

What an incredible way to showcase the voices of learning disabled people!

Take a look at Mencap's brilliant collaboration with The Big Issue 👇

We're delighted to announce that this week's The Big Issue, out today, breaks new ground as the first magazine to be created by and wholly feature people with a learning disability.

To mark this year’s Learning Disability Week, all articles in the issue focus on the real-life experiences and achievements of people with a learning disability.

Get your copy today! 📰

Read more about the collaboration between Mencap and Big Issue here: https://brnw.ch/21wKMUK