News: 2024

Unity Works were one of a record number of nominations at the Mayor of London’s Adult Learning Awards 2024.

Group Lead Directors for Quality and Involvement, Andrew Bright and Sara Danby were invited to Paris to celebrate the 2024 Paralympic Games. In today’s blog Andrew talks about what it was like to travel around as a person with a learning disability, and the importance of representation.

In June 2024, Gig Buddies with Thera Trust welcomed Joseph Cox to the team as their new Accessibility Coach. We caught up with Joseph to learn more about his role.

Sam, Service Quality Director for Thera South West, fills us in on her adventures at a Fun Day, as well as important new tasks she has undertaken.

During a recent interview with Clair we spoke about her role as a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) coach, how she's seen PBS impact the lives of the people she supports and her career. Read Clair's story to see the power PBS can have.

Alan Page, Senior Support Worker at Thera East, was one of three finalists for the Ambassador of the Year category at the Suffolk Care Awards 2024.

At Thera, we have Service Quality Directors who form the equal Executive team of a care and support Company alongside the Managing Director.

Thera East Anglia have been shortlisted for three awards in the Great British Care Awards 2024, including two staff members and one support team.

Every individual, regardless of their background, culture, gender or abilities, should have access to meaningful employment opportunities. Employability Day is a crucial reminder that despite progress, this ideal is far from a reality in our society.

Unity Works is running a series of one off in sessions September focused on Youth Mental Health and Health and Wellbeing.