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The team in Eastleigh recently hosted an amazing Halloween party, sharing the fun by inviting their friends to join the celebration! The event was a proper celebration of friendship and community spirit, complete with plenty of food, laughter, and a few spooky surprises along the way. A huge shoutout and thank you go to the dedicated team who worked hard to pull the whole event together, you absolutely nailed the spooky season fun!

Diane loves getting her nails done as her special moment of self-care, and this time she went all out in preparation for her upcoming Halloween Zumba party! She chose a fantastic mix of spooky and stylish, black nails with silver glitter, complete with two tiny spiders painted on her fingers. Diane was thrilled with the result, admiring how they shimmered under the light and imagining how good they will look when she dances, sparkles, and gives a few people a playful scare on the dance floor!

Our Team in Kent joined a group of people we support recently had an amazing, adrenaline-filled time at Thorpe Park’s Fright Night! They spent the day bravely taking on the theme park's most thrilling attractions, with the terrifying SAW ride proving to be a firm favourite among the thrill-seekers. Bede especially enjoyed taking a well-deserved break at the Donut Factory for a sweet treat and couldn't resist topping off the excitement with an enormous ice cream! It was a fantastic day full of laughter, memorable moments, and excitement for everyone involved.

The team in Watford came together to celebrate Black History Month, a crucial time dedicated to recognising, celebrating, and learning about the immense achievements, history, and contributions of Black people across the world. The celebration was filled with vibrant cultural elements, including traditional clothing, bracelet making, and a delicious spread of African delicacies. The team prepared favourites such jollof rice, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere of sharing and connection. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making the day so special and for continuing to champion diversity, culture, and community.

Mark recently enjoyed a very special evening in Eastleigh, where they attended a live performance by Peter Andre. Mark was absolutely thrilled to hear "Mysterious Girl" performed on stage, but the highlight of the night was getting to meet Peter afterwards in the marquee for a chat! This fantastic experience created a memorable moment, and Mark couldn't have been more excited to share the joy of his extraordinary night out.

Our Signing Choir in Kent recently joined forces with VSC once again to perform at the beautiful Rochester Cathedral, as part of the Community, Craft and Courage event which celebrates local charities. The choir delivered a fantastic set, but the highlight was being invited to reprise two of their most popular numbers, "Proud" and "This Is Me," in a special performance for the Lord Lieutenant, Lady Colgrain—a huge honour and a powerful testament to their talent and positive impact! We couldn't be prouder of everything the choir is achieving: spreading joy, raising awareness, and inspiring everyone they perform for. You can catch the choir at their next exciting event on 4 November 2025.

The people we support and our team from in Kent traded their regular shoes for cowgirl and cowboy boots, hats, and bandanas to spend the day line dancing! With fantastic guidance from dance instructors Wendy and Karen, everyone enthusiastically took part in shuffles, boot scoots, and plenty of "yee-haws," bringing a fantastic energy to the floor. The event brought together individuals from our various services and the wider community, creating a wonderful atmosphere of connection, fun, and laughter. After working up an appetite, participants refuelled with a classic feast of chili and hotdogs. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who joined us and to the dedicated staff who worked hard to make this vibrant day such a success!

Teams across our organisation recently participated in a comprehensive First Aid training session. As a care and support provider, maintaining up-to-date emergency knowledge is a vital part of our unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the people we support and our colleagues. The training focused on equipping our staff with essential life-saving skills, ensuring we can respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations. This engaging and practical session represents a valuable investment in our shared responsibility to provide the highest standard of care across all services.

We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible success of Allerton’s Day Centre’s annual Coffee Morning in Lincoln, which raised a wonderful £266! This heartwarming event was truly a collaborative effort. The people who attend the Day Centre worked diligently, baking delicious treats and reaching out to families, friends, and local businesses for donations. Our dedicated teams from both the day centre and supported living services also pitched in, helping to run stalls, serve hot drinks, and call bingo. Every penny raised will now go toward hosting a very special Christmas party for everyone. A massive thank you to our whole community—those who donated, attended, and helped make this event a success!

We are thrilled to announce that our dedicated Mental Health Support Team was named a finalist in the prestigious Most Innovative Mental Health Team category at the Hertfordshire Care Providers Association (HCPA) Care Awards. This recognition celebrates our commitment to, effective, and person-centred approaches in mental health care, ensuring the best possible outcomes and quality of life for the individuals we support. We remain focused on pushing boundaries and setting new standards for excellence in the sector.

We were delighted to attend the Woman Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS) award ceremony, held at the Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel in London, which celebrates leaders across the sector. It is a great honour to announce that our Head of Operations, Kelly Hanson, was awarded the prestigious Social Care Superwoman Care Home Award! This recognition of Kelly's incredible dedication, passion, and leadership serves as a powerful testament to the hard work and shared commitment of our entire team. Awards like this confirm that we are on the right path, driving continuous improvement and excellence in social care. We are incredibly proud of what we continue to achieve together!

We are immensely proud to announce a truly outstanding achievement: all of our Watford services have received an "Excellent" rating in their most recent PAMMS inspections, commissioned by the Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT). This remarkable success is the culmination of a significant service transformation, reflecting the tireless dedication of our teams to embedding a culture defined by accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement. This excellence is the direct result of consistent, strong leadership and shared values across every level of our organization, focused on empowering the people we support. We extend special acknowledgment and sincere thanks to our entire support team for their resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment that made this milestone possible. We celebrate this achievement and look forward to building on this foundation of excellence together.