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Good teams start with a culture of respect, collaboration, and support for each other
In our latest feature, we’re celebrating the Supported Employment Service (SES) team. Their strength? A culture of respect, collaboration, and support for each other and the people they serve.
Festive Season Arrangements 2025
With thoughts rapidly turning to the festive season and teams planning their rotas for this season, here are the Christmas pay arrangements for this year.
A Unicorn at the Bluebell House
Browells Farm – Pet Therapy. Kevin the pony, dressed as a unicorn, brought smiles and laughter to everyone. During room visits Kevin happily accepted carrots and spread joy for over an hour.
Community Lives Maidenhead Boundary Walk
This event provided a wonderful opportunity for socialising and meeting friends while promoting healthy lifestyles in an area with many green spaces.
Growing a Career at Optalis - Adam
Adam Bell, Senior Reablement Assistant for START, shares how he is achieving his career aspirations at Optalis.
Harmonious Delight: Suffolk Lodge Serenaded by Ukulele Band
Supported Employment Service hosts Try a Train and Bus Workshops
Offering people the opportunity to gain experience and confidence using public transport.
Spring Celebration: Wokingham's Independent Living Service Easter Festivities
Celebrating friendship and community spirit at Wokingham’s Independent Living Service Easter party. Carly summed it up perfectly: "It was nice to see my friends, chat with new people"
Care at our heart
Paige showed compassion and quick thinking to help an elderly man who had become confused, helping him to return home safely with support.
Easter celebration at Bluebell House
Bluebell House had a wonderful Easter celebration with guests from Suffolk Lodge and family members of the people we support. Eleonor, a talented singer who had everyone dancing and singing along
Jade and Daisy share their culinary adventures
Recently, Boyn Grove Community Lives introduced a new cookery session. Two people involved, Jade and Daisy have shared their experience with us
A Conversation with Joanna Back, Deputy Manager, Lady Elizabeth House
Joanna, Deputy Manager at Lady Elizabeth House, sheds light on the supportive environment she has found at Optalis, her journey of professional growth and the positive changes her team have made.
