We are a national #charity transforming the lives of people with #learningdisabilities and #autism, helping them get the most out of life. We see the person.
A great report that we were pleased to contribute to. It is fundamentally important to build strong partnerships with LAs so that commissioning is based on collaboration, bravery and lived experience. These commissioning decisions shape people's lives.
In this issue: "There is a vast voluntary sector provider market - ready, willing, able, and affordable."
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https://t.co/1KolGcCoNj PG 36
#ThankYouSocialCare
Our CEO has signed this @NCVO@ACEVO open letter to the chancellor on the impact of increased employer National Insurance contributions for charities: "Many of us already subsidise the shortfall in our government contracts using fundraising or cash reserves."
Our estimates show planned increases to employer national insurance contributions will cost the charity sector ยฃ1.4bn a year.
Many charities will be forced to make difficult decisions to shoulder this heavy burden. Together with @ACEVO, weโre calling on @hmtreasury to take urgent action.
Add your voice by co-signing the letter today. ๐๏ธ
https://t.co/cxUYBTm28d
#Budget2024
๐ฐOur response to todayโs #Budget2024.
We are still waiting for the Government to #ShowUsYouCare and invest in long-term solutions to support the lives of all those who draw on social care.
@RachelReevesMP@hmtreasury
Our FitzRoy Christmas Cards are here! ๐โ๏ธ๐
Order by 9th December 2024 to make sure they arrive in time ๐ โจ
All profits go towards supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health issues.
Get yours here: https://t.co/EuMordyxo3
๐ข Don't miss our Early Bird offer! Book your spot for the annual FitzRoy #Firewalk Challenge for just ยฃ10 before 31st October 2024.
Join us on Saturday 7th December at 5 PM in #Petersfield Town Square.
Register and find out more at https://t.co/8g88tOxpfX
Looking after our brilliant staff is really important to us at FitzRoy, so today we launch our new menopause network for staff, enabling our valued colleagues around the country to share advice, support each other, and talk about their experiences.
#WorldMenopauseDay
A huge congratulations to Lee who's walked a lap around his garden after his anxiety about falling over had prevented him from leaving the house. We supported Lee since August, and in those few months he has made incredible progress!
Read Lee's full story https://t.co/LrI77IqxbX
From not leaving her flat to conquering health challenges and even enjoying a trip to London, Sally has made incredible strides thanks to the dedicated support of Sandra and Caroline.
Read Sally's full story here https://t.co/v7M3vyf452
#TransformingLives#WeAreFitzRoy
It's illegal to discriminate against someone because of a protected characteristic.
Disability is one of nine characteristics in the #EqualityAct.
We've created a guide to disability discrimination. Discover more: https://t.co/hn1JJIMEXe
Living with a mental illness can be hard.
The negative attitudes of others makes it harder.
That's why we're launching our new anti-stigma campaign, #LetsRethink.
Download your free guide to help us end the judgement around mental illness ๐ https://t.co/CVV1rNvEUG
Happy International Day of #SignLanguages and International Week of #DeafPeople!
We're supporting @BDA_Deaf with promoting #BSL as an indigenous UK language and encouraging more people to learn it.
Some common greetings below๐งโโ๏ธand more info about #BSLInOurHands๐
The Learning Disability & Autism Advisory group is looking for new members who are experts by experience. We want people with different experiences & backgrounds. Join us to help make the NHS work better for people with a learning disability and autism https://t.co/VTUyHXoreF
Last week, the first of our new regional forums for people we support took place in Norfolk. 22 people we support came along, where they had their voices heard, caught up with friends, and had the chance to meet new people.
Visit https://t.co/XR2NszG5jn to read the full story.
Itโs Sexual Health Week, itโs important to look after your sexual health. Go to this website https://t.co/k2Z15cG0v3 for easy read guides on contraception, pregnancy and abortion, sexually transmitted infections, sex and relationships.