Special People was proud to attend the Living Wage Foundation’s 25th Anniversary Living Wage Champion Awards at Church House, Westminster – an evening bringing together employers, campaigners and community leaders to mark 25 years of one of the UK’s most successful movements for fair pay. We attended as an accredited Living Wage Employer, committed to […]
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The quality of care someone receives is shaped by many things: the skill of their support worker, the warmth of the relationship, the systems working quietly in the background. But it also depends on something less visible the strength and values of the people leading the service. That’s why we were proud to see our
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Marina Georgiou Clinical Physiotherapist & Home Assessment Lead Marina answers families’ key questions about physiotherapy, home assessments, equipment, and supporting children and young people to feel safe, comfortable and confident. Ask the Expert: Marina Georgiou | Special People 01 Getting to know Marina QCan you tell us a little about your role at Special People?
Accessible and sensory-friendly ideas for children and young people with additional needs The summer holidays can be one of the best parts of the year long, slow days with no school run and plenty of time together. But six weeks is a big change, and for some children and young people the loss of routine,
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Carers Week runs from Monday 8 to Sunday 14 June 2026, and this year’s theme is Building Carer Friendly Communities. At Special People, that’s a message close to our heart because behind every child and young person we support is a family quietly caring around the clock. Carers Week is a UK-wide campaign, led by
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Mental health in the UK – key statistics 1 in 4 people experience a mental health problem each year Mental Health Foundation 70% of unpaid carers report mental ill health from their role Carers UK 8m people in the UK living with an anxiety disorder Mental Health UK 50% of mental health problems established by
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Every year on 2nd April, the world pauses to recognise World Autism Awareness Day, a United Nations-observed occasion that marks the start of Autism Awareness Month. At Special People, this day holds deep meaning. It is a moment to reflect, to listen, and to reaffirm our commitment to the individuals we are privileged to support.
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At Special People, our commitment to delivering exceptional, person-centred care never stands still. On 17th March 2026, our dedicated team of support workers took an important step forward by completing the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism, a landmark programme that is transforming care standards across England. What Is the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training? The
We recently attended the Care Management Show at the ExCeL Centre. It was a fantastic event where we met people from across the care industry and learned about new ideas and tools to improve care. The show featured workshops and talks that inspired us with fresh ideas for our work. We also enjoyed connecting with
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Reflections on the Skills for Care London & South East Summit Last week, we attended the Skills for Care London and South East Summit, an inspiring event that brought together leaders, care professionals, and experts to discuss the future of social care. The summit highlighted key challenges and opportunities in the sector, from workforce development to
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