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At Affinity Trust we support over 900 people with learning disabilities across England and Scotland, helping them live as independently as possible.

Here at Affinity Trust, we are dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities to live the lives they want to. Whether helping someone to live in their own home, providing opportunities to make new friends, experience new things or gain work that is rewarding and enjoyable, Affinity Trust aims to ensure that those we support have the opportunity to live life to its fullest. Our mission and values are at the core of our service. Many of the people we support have come from institutional settings and we have worked with them to transform their level of independence and often, as a result, their quality of life. Supported living is our main area of support, and we are committed to offering this model for people with learning disabilities in preference to typical residential care homes.

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day: Garry's Story 💚

The past year has transformed Garry's life.

Before moving into his new home, Garry often felt lonely and withdrawn. Living alone was affecting his wellbeing, and he didn't enjoy spending time by himself.

Working alongside his Affinity Trust support workers, Garry made the move into a shared supported living home with a friend. While the move felt overwhelming at times, he was encouraged to maintain his independence while knowing support was there whenever he needed it.

Since then, Garry's confidence has grown enormously.

He now helps run a weekly Happy Hour Club from his home, where friends come together to enjoy activities, music, food and laughter. He's celebrated his 70th birthday surrounded by friends, enjoyed a holiday to Blackpool, and continues to embrace new experiences and opportunities.

Most importantly, Garry says he is happier than ever.

"I have had a wonderful year. Thanks to the right support, I feel happier, more confident and more independent than ever before."

This World Mental Health Day, we're reminded that good mental wellbeing is often supported by meaningful relationships, community connections, independence and having the right support around you.

Thank you, Garry, for sharing your story. 💚

👉 Read Garry's full story here: https://www.affinitytrust.org/about-us/purpose-and-values/stories/living-independently-with-the-right-support-garrys-story/

05/10/2026

☀️ What a fantastic day at the Brisco Fun Day! ☀️

With sunshine, water pistol battles, a busy tombola, fantastic raffle prizes and plenty of delicious food, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

It was great to welcome people from Sheffield, Leicester and services across Loughborough, all coming together for a day built on fun, friendship and co-production.

We're delighted to share that the event raised over £400, which will go towards activities and improvements chosen by the people who live at Brisco.

A huge thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered and attended. What started as a co-production challenge four years ago continues to go from strength to strength.

🎉 Roll on next year!

29/09/2026

💜 Scottish Learning Disability Week 2026 💜

This month, colleagues and the people we support across our Scotland Division came together to celebrate Scottish Learning Disability Week, a week dedicated to recognising the achievements, talents and contributions of people with learning disabilities, while promoting inclusion and challenging barriers.

This year's theme, "I am here... to be seen", highlighted the importance of ensuring people with learning disabilities are recognised, heard and included.

To celebrate the week, we asked the people we support how they wanted to get involved, and together we helped create a range of activities across Scotland. From events in Aberdeen, to an afternoon tea and cake day on the Isle of Bute, and a visit to Rockfield Café and a disco in Oban, it was wonderful to see so many people coming together to celebrate, connect and have fun.

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the week so special. We're proud to support opportunities for people to be seen, heard and included every day. 💜

24/09/2026

*Building Skills. Building Confidence. Building Futures.*

We're excited to be hosting our Oxfordshire Employability Event on Monday 28th September at Didcot Civic Hall.

This free event is designed for people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex needs who would like support on their journey towards employment.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:
✅ Identify their skills and interests
✅ Get help with building a CV
✅ Practice interview skills
✅ Receive practical employment guidance
✅ Take away an employment passport showcasing their skills and achievements

Whether you're taking your first steps towards employment or looking to build your confidence, we'd love to see you there.

📅 Monday 28th September
🕥 10.30am to 3.30pm
📍 Didcot Civic Hall

Places are limited, so please scan the QR code on the event poster to reserve a place or contact [email protected].

21/09/2026

🎉 Exciting news for our Affinity Trust Co-production Team (ACT)! 🎉

We're incredibly proud to share that Ami-Rose and Jason have been nominated for a Norfolk Care Award 2026 in the Collaboration in Social Care Award category.

This nomination recognises the outstanding contribution they make to adult social care and the positive impact of co-production in helping shape services with and for the people we support.

Being nominated is an achievement in itself, and we're delighted to see their hard work, dedication and commitment recognised in this way.

Please join us in congratulating Ami-Rose and Jason and wishing them the very best as they move forward to the judging stage.

Congratulations and good luck!

11/09/2026

Celebrating Community at Celebrate Aberdeen!

On Saturday 29 August, people supported by Affinity Trust joined support workers and managers to take part in the annual Celebrate Aberdeen Parade.

Travelling from across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, our group proudly walked the 1.5-mile route through the city centre, joining charities, community groups and voluntary organisations in a fantastic celebration of the local community.

The atmosphere was incredible, with music from Dolly Parton and ABBA keeping everyone smiling, singing and dancing along as we made our way down Union Street. 💙

For Affinity Trust, the parade was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the people we support, showcase the importance of inclusion, and be part of a community that values and celebrates everyone.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make it such a memorable day. Here's to another fantastic Celebrate Aberdeen!

Celebrate Aberdeen

02/09/2026

Lovely to see this story from Team Domenica 👏

Olly joined their programme feeling nervous and excited in equal measure, and with their support, he built his confidence, developed workplace skills, and landed his dream job at Maldron Hotel Brighton

In his own words: "Without Team Domenica's support, I wouldn't be where I am today. I'm really proud of myself and my job."

Stories like Olly's are a brilliant reminder of what's possible when young people with learning disabilities and autism are given the chance to be seen for their potential, something we're passionate about too.

Well done, Olly, and great work Team Domenica. 💛

Hear more from Olly here: https://loom.ly/XMXlypg

31/08/2026

Two and a half years of standing practice, three sessions a week, 15 minutes at a time.

After hydrotherapy didn't have much success following an operation, a Physiotherapist told Sam she wouldn't have the reflex to walk anymore.

But she and her support team didn't leave it there; they asked for a second opinion, and a new physiotherapist agreed it was worth trying a new standing aid and an assessment for a walking frame. 🚶‍♀️

Session after session, Sam kept showing up - and her support workers were right there with her, cheering her on and helping her push a little further each time. Slowly, steadily, that persistence started to pay off.

Today, she walks with the help of a new frame. 😌

This is what's possible when someone has the support and belief to pursue their own goals, on their own terms.

Incredible work Sam! 💛

28/08/2026

Today is International Makaton Awareness Day 💬✨

Makaton is a way of communicating that uses signs, symbols and speech to help people communicate and understand others.

For many people with learning disabilities and communication needs, it can make a real difference, helping them express choices, share how they’re feeling and connect with others.

At Affinity Trust, we believe everyone should be supported to communicate in the way that works best for them.

Today we’re celebrating Makaton and the importance of making communication more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Together we make it possible💙

27/08/2026

Mark who we support in the Central division, turned the big 6-0 this year. 🎈

Even today, in some organisations, birthdays for people with learning disabilities are overlooked and their autonomy to celebrate how they choose disappears or doesn’t exist.

Decisions taken over, defaulted to what's easiest, or shaped by what others assume they'd like.

To us, deciding how to spend your birthday is as important as the daily choices like meals or activities.

What cake did he want? What balloons, what kind of day? Did he want to celebrate at all?

Mark knew exactly how he wanted to celebrate, and our team were committed to making it happen with him.

He celebrated with a pub lunch, balloons, and party hats alongside family and his support team. Swipe to see the cake he chose for the occasion. 🍰

It was his day, his way, and we loved being part of it. Happy 60th birthday Mark 🎉

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1 St Andrew's Court, Wellington Street
Thame
OX93WT

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https://www.affinitytrust.org/

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