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In their latest blog, our Unity Co-Chairs, Simon Tobin and Mary Woodall, chat about some of their favourite moments of 2025. Have a read and feel inspired by how our pioneering co-production group guide the organisation’s direction, shape the quality of the support we provide, represent the voices of people we support, train team members and create positive change throughout Achieve together.
We are delighted to share that Merrington Grange in Shrewsbury has been rated Good by the CQC! This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to the dedication, compassion and professionalism of the whole team. Every day, they bring our values to life — Being Brave, Making Things Happen, Having Fun and Valuing Everyone — ensuring that the people we support enjoy fulfilling, independent lives. A huge thank you to our Team Members, the people we support, and their families for everything they do to make Merrington Grange such a special place. Well done, team — we’re incredibly proud of you! https://lnkd.in/eCXZ22cz
And the winners are.... Over the last week, we held our first ever Heroes Awards for both people we support and team members. For the first time, we took the celebrations across the country, with three regional events full of energy and excitement. 🎉 Each one brought inspiring, courageous and joyful stories to the forefront — all reflecting the values that truly unite us: #BeingBrave #MakingThingsHappen #HavingFun #ValuingEveryone Meet our inspirational winners by visiting our new look website. https://lnkd.in/ekn7_uii
Our 2024–25 Impact Report is here! It highlights the progress, achievements and positive outcomes we’ve created together — and the difference we continue to make every day. The report includes: -Success stories from across our organisation -Key facts and figures that demonstrate our impact -Insights from surveys with our teams, families, and the people we support -Examples of innovative and effective practice shaping the future of our services. Across all our homes, services, and Community Hubs, these achievements reflect the dedication and compassion of our teams and the strength of the communities we work alongside. We invite you to explore the report and celebrate the difference we’re making together — improving lives and creating opportunities for the people we support. https://lnkd.in/e6ek4JqV
We’re always celebrating the friendships that bring out the best in us—at work and beyond. Michael and Julien’s friendship sums it all up, and more. From shared challenges to spontaneous laughter, their bond is a reminder that when we support each other as people first, everything else falls into place. 🤝 Trust. 💬 Encouragement. 💡 Growth. And a whole lot of joy along the way. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the friends who make our professional journeys more human, more connected, and more meaningful.
Celebrating Success at Little Orchard Residential Home! We’re proud to announce that Little Orchard in Lymington, Hampshire has received a ‘Good’ rating across all areas from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) — a huge leap from its previous rating of ‘Requires Improvement’. The CQC praised the home’s safe, person-centred care, proactive culture, and commitment to well-being. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible team for their compassion and dedication. 👏 “Achieving a ‘Good’ rating across all areas is no small feat. It takes compassion, commitment, and teamwork – and this team has all that and more.” – Vikki Brown, Head of Area Operations.
The Big Plan is all about co-production and represents Achieve together’s vision for how teams and the people supported by us work together. Who created the Big Plan? The Big Plan was created by Unity and Campaign 4 Change, who are a co-production group and a self-advocacy group formed by people supported in Achieve together. Unity work with different teams and departments at Achieve together to co-produce projects and initiatives. Campaign 4 Change champions the rights of people with learning disabilities and autistic people nationally.
🌟 Honouring the legacy of Samir El-Ziftawy 🌟 We’re incredibly proud to share that Samir El-Ziftawy, a much-loved and truly inspirational member of the Achieve together and Campaign 4 Change communities, has been posthumously awarded The People’s Award at the National Learning Disability and Autism Awards 2025. 💬 The judges described Samir as: “A presence that spoke volumes—a radiant force of positivity, resilience, and determination… Samir championed the voices of those often unheard, ensuring individuals with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) were seen, respected, and empowered.” This rare and powerful recognition celebrates the incredible impact Samir made through his advocacy, co-production work, and tireless campaigning for disability inclusion and visibility. 🏆 The award was accepted on Samir’s behalf by Laurie Finn, who shared: “He inspired me—and everyone around him—with his tenacity, zest for life, and drive for change.” 🗣 Michael Fullerton, Director of Wellbeing, Strategy and Collaboration, reflected: “It’s rare for someone with lived experience—especially someone with PMLD—to be honoured like this. Samir believed everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and valued. His legacy calls on all of us to continue that work.” 🙏 Samir showed us that true leadership comes from lived experience. His spirit lives on in the movement he helped shape—and in every step we take toward a more inclusive world.
