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@dimensionsuk.bsky.social
We support people with learning disabilities & autistic people and campaign WITH them. We are non-profit care provider. #BetterLivesForMorePeople
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Wes Streeting has pledged to act after Dimensions consultant Matt Lester joined advocates from across the UK to speak to @itvnews.bsky.social about their concerns for the future.
👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability
#learningdisabilities #autism #budget
👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability
#learningdisabilities #autism #budget
“Today’s Budget says nothing about adult social care.
We need faster action and appropriate funding – and recognition for the social care workforce to support consistent, high-quality support for those who rely on it. The time to act is now."
Rachael Dodgson, Chief Executive of Dimensions.
We need faster action and appropriate funding – and recognition for the social care workforce to support consistent, high-quality support for those who rely on it. The time to act is now."
Rachael Dodgson, Chief Executive of Dimensions.
November 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM
“Today’s Budget says nothing about adult social care.
We need faster action and appropriate funding – and recognition for the social care workforce to support consistent, high-quality support for those who rely on it. The time to act is now."
Rachael Dodgson, Chief Executive of Dimensions.
We need faster action and appropriate funding – and recognition for the social care workforce to support consistent, high-quality support for those who rely on it. The time to act is now."
Rachael Dodgson, Chief Executive of Dimensions.
Wes Streeting has pledged to act after Dimensions consultant Matt Lester joined advocates from across the UK to speak to @itvnews.bsky.social about their concerns for the future.
👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability
#learningdisabilities #autism #budget
👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability
#learningdisabilities #autism #budget
November 14, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Wes Streeting has pledged to act after Dimensions consultant Matt Lester joined advocates from across the UK to speak to @itvnews.bsky.social about their concerns for the future.
👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability
#learningdisabilities #autism #budget
👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability
#learningdisabilities #autism #budget
People with learning disabilities die younger, often from preventable causes.
So we want to help you get your annual health check.
💬 share your stories
👉 use our resources
👍 know your rights
bit.ly/HealthCheckHeroes
#AnnualHealthCheck #Health #LederReport
So we want to help you get your annual health check.
💬 share your stories
👉 use our resources
👍 know your rights
bit.ly/HealthCheckHeroes
#AnnualHealthCheck #Health #LederReport
November 10, 2025 at 12:49 PM
People with learning disabilities die younger, often from preventable causes.
So we want to help you get your annual health check.
💬 share your stories
👉 use our resources
👍 know your rights
bit.ly/HealthCheckHeroes
#AnnualHealthCheck #Health #LederReport
So we want to help you get your annual health check.
💬 share your stories
👉 use our resources
👍 know your rights
bit.ly/HealthCheckHeroes
#AnnualHealthCheck #Health #LederReport
Our family consultants invite you to a free webinar about transition to adulthood; the changes in support, your rights, finances and opportunities.
☕ Join us on 12th November 12-1.30pm
Bit.ly/BetterTransitions25
#BetterTransitions
☕ Join us on 12th November 12-1.30pm
Bit.ly/BetterTransitions25
#BetterTransitions
October 28, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Our family consultants invite you to a free webinar about transition to adulthood; the changes in support, your rights, finances and opportunities.
☕ Join us on 12th November 12-1.30pm
Bit.ly/BetterTransitions25
#BetterTransitions
☕ Join us on 12th November 12-1.30pm
Bit.ly/BetterTransitions25
#BetterTransitions
I'm Dr Mark Brookes MBE and I've taken over our socials this hate crime awareness week. Today I want to share resources to help carers and supporters to know their rights and speak up.
👉 https://www.dimensions-uk.org/resource/disability-hate-crime-a-guide-for-carers-and-supporters
#HCAW
👉 https://www.dimensions-uk.org/resource/disability-hate-crime-a-guide-for-carers-and-supporters
#HCAW
October 16, 2025 at 10:46 AM
I'm Dr Mark Brookes MBE and I've taken over our socials this hate crime awareness week. Today I want to share resources to help carers and supporters to know their rights and speak up.
👉 https://www.dimensions-uk.org/resource/disability-hate-crime-a-guide-for-carers-and-supporters
#HCAW
👉 https://www.dimensions-uk.org/resource/disability-hate-crime-a-guide-for-carers-and-supporters
#HCAW
What is a disability hate crime?
A disability hate crime is when someone is attacked because they are disabled.
#HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #HCAW
A disability hate crime is when someone is attacked because they are disabled.
#HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #HCAW
October 15, 2025 at 9:51 AM
What is a disability hate crime?
A disability hate crime is when someone is attacked because they are disabled.
#HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #HCAW
A disability hate crime is when someone is attacked because they are disabled.
#HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #HCAW
In our free webinar today, Jimmy is telling us how he and his friends have redesigned their individual service funds to work for them. They call it 'My Support Money' and choose how and when they get the support they need.
October 9, 2025 at 1:11 PM
In our free webinar today, Jimmy is telling us how he and his friends have redesigned their individual service funds to work for them. They call it 'My Support Money' and choose how and when they get the support they need.
🕺 Dancing into autumn with Zumba!
John is a person we support in Enfield who has fallen in love with the south American vibe; clapping his hands and dancing to the music. He can't wait for his next session and we are loving his energy!
#London #BetterLives #zumba
(Name changed for privacy)
John is a person we support in Enfield who has fallen in love with the south American vibe; clapping his hands and dancing to the music. He can't wait for his next session and we are loving his energy!
#London #BetterLives #zumba
(Name changed for privacy)
October 9, 2025 at 12:03 PM
🕺 Dancing into autumn with Zumba!
John is a person we support in Enfield who has fallen in love with the south American vibe; clapping his hands and dancing to the music. He can't wait for his next session and we are loving his energy!
#London #BetterLives #zumba
(Name changed for privacy)
John is a person we support in Enfield who has fallen in love with the south American vibe; clapping his hands and dancing to the music. He can't wait for his next session and we are loving his energy!
#London #BetterLives #zumba
(Name changed for privacy)
Don't miss the opportunity to hear about how people can take control of their own money and how our forensic team provide just enough support.
It's 1 week until our FREE webinar with @dimensionsuk.bsky.social
Learn about two very different approaches to increasing independence through Individual Service Funds and forensic rehabilitation.
Book at www.learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk/events/future-events/
Learn about two very different approaches to increasing independence through Individual Service Funds and forensic rehabilitation.
Book at www.learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk/events/future-events/
October 2, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Don't miss the opportunity to hear about how people can take control of their own money and how our forensic team provide just enough support.
The last of our popular free webinars is on this Friday 3rd October 12-1pm.
Designed to support autistic employees in social care settings, we'll be talking about diagnosis and communication, and we will have plenty of time to answer your questions and hear your stories.
👉 bit.ly/3I0c2ss
Designed to support autistic employees in social care settings, we'll be talking about diagnosis and communication, and we will have plenty of time to answer your questions and hear your stories.
👉 bit.ly/3I0c2ss
September 29, 2025 at 11:21 AM
The last of our popular free webinars is on this Friday 3rd October 12-1pm.
Designed to support autistic employees in social care settings, we'll be talking about diagnosis and communication, and we will have plenty of time to answer your questions and hear your stories.
👉 bit.ly/3I0c2ss
Designed to support autistic employees in social care settings, we'll be talking about diagnosis and communication, and we will have plenty of time to answer your questions and hear your stories.
👉 bit.ly/3I0c2ss
Rosh Hashanah is a special time for Jewish people which marks the end of the year and the birthday of the world.
🍍 It is tradition to try a new fruit, often pineapples and pomegranates.
Have a sweet new year! Shanah tovah.
#RoshHashanah
🍍 It is tradition to try a new fruit, often pineapples and pomegranates.
Have a sweet new year! Shanah tovah.
#RoshHashanah
September 24, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Rosh Hashanah is a special time for Jewish people which marks the end of the year and the birthday of the world.
🍍 It is tradition to try a new fruit, often pineapples and pomegranates.
Have a sweet new year! Shanah tovah.
#RoshHashanah
🍍 It is tradition to try a new fruit, often pineapples and pomegranates.
Have a sweet new year! Shanah tovah.
#RoshHashanah
Want to cheer up your Monday? Fed up of doom and gloom in the news? Watch the 2025 Learning Disability and Autism Leaders Awards!
We've edited our livestream of the event with time stamps so you can go straight to the part you want.
👀 youtu.be/wWx8YYXdkak
We've edited our livestream of the event with time stamps so you can go straight to the part you want.
👀 youtu.be/wWx8YYXdkak
September 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Want to cheer up your Monday? Fed up of doom and gloom in the news? Watch the 2025 Learning Disability and Autism Leaders Awards!
We've edited our livestream of the event with time stamps so you can go straight to the part you want.
👀 youtu.be/wWx8YYXdkak
We've edited our livestream of the event with time stamps so you can go straight to the part you want.
👀 youtu.be/wWx8YYXdkak
💡 Teams can achieve more when we think differently.
Michelle Rebello from Dimensions is joining David Sargent from Real Life Options and Clive Parry @arcengland.bsky.social to discuss what it means to be an #autistic adult in the workplace.
👉 Free webinar 19th September 1-2pm http://bit.ly/3I0c2ss
Michelle Rebello from Dimensions is joining David Sargent from Real Life Options and Clive Parry @arcengland.bsky.social to discuss what it means to be an #autistic adult in the workplace.
👉 Free webinar 19th September 1-2pm http://bit.ly/3I0c2ss
September 18, 2025 at 8:47 AM
💡 Teams can achieve more when we think differently.
Michelle Rebello from Dimensions is joining David Sargent from Real Life Options and Clive Parry @arcengland.bsky.social to discuss what it means to be an #autistic adult in the workplace.
👉 Free webinar 19th September 1-2pm http://bit.ly/3I0c2ss
Michelle Rebello from Dimensions is joining David Sargent from Real Life Options and Clive Parry @arcengland.bsky.social to discuss what it means to be an #autistic adult in the workplace.
👉 Free webinar 19th September 1-2pm http://bit.ly/3I0c2ss
The #Leder report tells us that people with learning disabilities are still dying younger than everyone else.
It found 37% of deaths involved some form of delay in care or treatment, while 28% reported instances where diagnosis and treatment guidelines were not met.
bit.ly/Leder2025
It found 37% of deaths involved some form of delay in care or treatment, while 28% reported instances where diagnosis and treatment guidelines were not met.
bit.ly/Leder2025
September 4, 2025 at 9:23 AM
The #Leder report tells us that people with learning disabilities are still dying younger than everyone else.
It found 37% of deaths involved some form of delay in care or treatment, while 28% reported instances where diagnosis and treatment guidelines were not met.
bit.ly/Leder2025
It found 37% of deaths involved some form of delay in care or treatment, while 28% reported instances where diagnosis and treatment guidelines were not met.
bit.ly/Leder2025
If you want to tell MPs about their decisions that affect you, Matt's your person.
Here he talks about his new role working with government.
#APPG
Here he talks about his new role working with government.
#APPG
August 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM
If you want to tell MPs about their decisions that affect you, Matt's your person.
Here he talks about his new role working with government.
#APPG
Here he talks about his new role working with government.
#APPG
⚠️ The Government is testing the emergency alert system on Sunday 7th September at 3pm.
Mobile phones and tablets might make a loud sound and vibrate, even if set on silent and WIFI off.
Don't worry, it is just a test.
👉 To find out more search: gov.uk/alerts
Mobile phones and tablets might make a loud sound and vibrate, even if set on silent and WIFI off.
Don't worry, it is just a test.
👉 To find out more search: gov.uk/alerts
August 26, 2025 at 5:09 PM
⚠️ The Government is testing the emergency alert system on Sunday 7th September at 3pm.
Mobile phones and tablets might make a loud sound and vibrate, even if set on silent and WIFI off.
Don't worry, it is just a test.
👉 To find out more search: gov.uk/alerts
Mobile phones and tablets might make a loud sound and vibrate, even if set on silent and WIFI off.
Don't worry, it is just a test.
👉 To find out more search: gov.uk/alerts
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
To finish off August we have Fantastic Four, Moana, Singing in the Rain, Bad Guys 2 and more at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse #Odeon and The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
To finish off August we have Fantastic Four, Moana, Singing in the Rain, Bad Guys 2 and more at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse #Odeon and The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
August 22, 2025 at 9:40 AM
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
To finish off August we have Fantastic Four, Moana, Singing in the Rain, Bad Guys 2 and more at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse #Odeon and The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
To finish off August we have Fantastic Four, Moana, Singing in the Rain, Bad Guys 2 and more at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse #Odeon and The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
Putting social care into the future of nursing will help future nurses and decision makers understand the value of supporting people to enjoy good health and avoid hospital admissions.
Read the article by Nursing in Practice: https://bit.ly/3V8nYej
#SocialCare
Read the article by Nursing in Practice: https://bit.ly/3V8nYej
#SocialCare
New strategy to ‘embed’ social care placements in nursing degrees
A new government-funded strategy aims to ‘embed’ adult social care placements in nursing degrees and encourage more nursing students
bit.ly
August 20, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Putting social care into the future of nursing will help future nurses and decision makers understand the value of supporting people to enjoy good health and avoid hospital admissions.
Read the article by Nursing in Practice: https://bit.ly/3V8nYej
#SocialCare
Read the article by Nursing in Practice: https://bit.ly/3V8nYej
#SocialCare
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
This weekend we have Wolf Children, Super Charlie and #Smurfs at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
This weekend we have Wolf Children, Super Charlie and #Smurfs at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
August 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
This weekend we have Wolf Children, Super Charlie and #Smurfs at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
This weekend we have Wolf Children, Super Charlie and #Smurfs at participating
#Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
Vic Rayner OBE summarises the heart-breaking impact of not having social care at the heart of public health decisions during the COVIC pandemic.
Watch her closing statement at the #CovidEnquiry: https://bit.ly/4mKozPq
@ncfcareforum.bsky.social
Watch her closing statement at the #CovidEnquiry: https://bit.ly/4mKozPq
@ncfcareforum.bsky.social
Covid Inquiry Module 6 - thoughts from Vic Rayner as Core Participant - National Care Forum
During July, together with members of the NCF team, I took part in module 6 of the Covid Inquiry, most recently delivering a closing statement to the public
bit.ly
August 13, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Vic Rayner OBE summarises the heart-breaking impact of not having social care at the heart of public health decisions during the COVIC pandemic.
Watch her closing statement at the #CovidEnquiry: https://bit.ly/4mKozPq
@ncfcareforum.bsky.social
Watch her closing statement at the #CovidEnquiry: https://bit.ly/4mKozPq
@ncfcareforum.bsky.social
☀️ Heat warnings are in place so here are some simple ideas to keep safe.
Remember some people are more affected by heat and may not be able to tell you if they feel unwell.
For more, see https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why-some-people-suffer-more-than-others-during-heatwaves
Remember some people are more affected by heat and may not be able to tell you if they feel unwell.
For more, see https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why-some-people-suffer-more-than-others-during-heatwaves
August 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
☀️ Heat warnings are in place so here are some simple ideas to keep safe.
Remember some people are more affected by heat and may not be able to tell you if they feel unwell.
For more, see https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why-some-people-suffer-more-than-others-during-heatwaves
Remember some people are more affected by heat and may not be able to tell you if they feel unwell.
For more, see https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why-some-people-suffer-more-than-others-during-heatwaves
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
This weekend we have #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and Friendship at participating cinemas.
#Showcase #Odeon #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light @showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
This weekend we have #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and Friendship at participating cinemas.
#Showcase #Odeon #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light @showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
August 7, 2025 at 8:08 AM
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
This weekend we have #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and Friendship at participating cinemas.
#Showcase #Odeon #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light @showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
This weekend we have #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and Friendship at participating cinemas.
#Showcase #Odeon #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light @showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
Super excited to see Learning Disability and Autism Leader Tess Kearney (Lady Tee) in her local news! Tess inspired her community to ensure changes include everyone and we think she's courageous.
https://bit.ly/3GXVjFF
#LDALeadersAwards
https://bit.ly/3GXVjFF
#LDALeadersAwards
Neurodivergent community activist wins national award after placard protest at council meeting
A community activist won a national award after her placard protest at a parish council meeting influenced a key decision.
bit.ly
August 5, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Super excited to see Learning Disability and Autism Leader Tess Kearney (Lady Tee) in her local news! Tess inspired her community to ensure changes include everyone and we think she's courageous.
https://bit.ly/3GXVjFF
#LDALeadersAwards
https://bit.ly/3GXVjFF
#LDALeadersAwards
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
This weekend we have How to Train your Dragon, #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and The Legend of Ochi at participating cinemas.
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social @cineworld.bsky.social #Odeon
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
This weekend we have How to Train your Dragon, #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and The Legend of Ochi at participating cinemas.
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social @cineworld.bsky.social #Odeon
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
August 1, 2025 at 11:14 AM
🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings
This weekend we have How to Train your Dragon, #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and The Legend of Ochi at participating cinemas.
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social @cineworld.bsky.social #Odeon
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings
This weekend we have How to Train your Dragon, #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and The Legend of Ochi at participating cinemas.
@showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social @cineworld.bsky.social #Odeon
Check your local cinema:
www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings