News and Opinion – Page 2

23rd July 2025

Susan leaves ATU

and lives an ever more ordinary life

Life story

23rd July 2025

Welcome home, Aaron

A pivotal partnership helps Aaron take control of his life

Life story

23rd July 2025

A lifelong journey to independent living

Maggie and Doreen’s lives are chapters from our social history

Life storyFeature

23rd July 2025

“Being healthier means I can do more stuff!”

Jane takes charge of her life

Life storyHealth

23rd July 2025

Stuart gets more from life

With voluntary jobs at Sainsbury’s and British Rail

Life story

23rd July 2025

Pointers to a good transition

The choice and control Edward exerts over his life continue to grow.

Life story

16th July 2025

Alan’s One Page Profile helps him save his job

Alan started finding his job stressful but, after introducing his manager to his One Page Profile, things have really improved.

Life story

16th July 2025

Swapping restraint for Positive Behaviour Support

When Richard joined Dimensions he moved from a secure unit with a 3:1 staffing ratio, costing around £200k per year. He now needs just 1:1 staffing and understands how to manage his triggers.

Life story

16th July 2025

“Could such incurably cheerful people really get the job done?” Amy and Ellie’s story

Amy and Ellie have a special bond with each other. They share many of the same challenges, physical and learning disabilities and epilepsy. But apart from that, they are chalk and cheese.

Life story