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We're MacIntyre. We offer learning, support and care for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
www.macintyrecharity.org
Shurma found her balance at MacIntyre: variety, meaningful relationships, and room to grow. She mentors, leads, and brings activities to life with real joy.

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November 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM
When staff listened and prepared, Luke felt safe and the whole hospital appointment flowed. Sharing the success helped spread good practice, one story at a time.

https://ow.ly/966o50XyBsF
#EveryoneEverywhere #GloriouslyOrdinaryLives
November 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Meet James, one of the first people MacIntyre supported in Wigan to move into his own home and out from a long stay hospital.

Find out how James is now living his life in a way that makes sense to him.

https://ow.ly/YZr550Xxstf

#HomesNotHospitals #AdultSocialCare #GreaterManchester #Wigan
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Continuing with our 'Day in the Life' series with MacIntyre No Limits, we meet Tom and talk tunes, targets, and Thorpe Park!

https://www.macintyrecharity.org/news-blogs/a-day-in-the-life-talking-targets-tunes-and-thorpe-park-with-tom

#MacIntyreNoLimits #Post16Education #FurtherEducation
November 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As Safeguarding Week 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on the crucial part played by community connections in preventing abuse. MacIntyre's Everyone Everywhere initiative shows this approach in action.

https://ow.ly/5R2c50XtuRz

#EveryoneEverywhere #GloriouslyOrdinaryLives #SafeguardingWeek
November 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
As part of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek, Best Practice Facilitator, Paul Payne sits down with members of MK Shout Out to talk about why using your voice is so important, what it means to truly be listened to, and how to raise concerns around #safeguarding.

https://ow.ly/uwYf50XsP9O

#CoProduction #ACT
November 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
As we reach the halfway point of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek2025, with the Ann Craft Trust, we explore how trauma-informed approaches can create empowering environments for people.

https://ow.ly/jtmi50XrFJv

#CompassionFirst #Safeguarding #SAW2025 #ACT
November 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
To mark the start of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek2025, we were delighted to sit down with Stuart Sale, CEO of the Ann Craft Trust for a special episode of the MacIntyre Podcast.

Find out how the Ann Craft Trust supports MacIntyre in keeping people safe.

https://ow.ly/GngC50XrElB
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
MacIntyre is proud to be one of the organisations who have worked to develop The Sustainable Supported Living Costing Tool.
See the report and download the Costing Tool here: bit.ly/MoreThanAPro...
#SustainableSupportedLiving #SupportedLiving #MoreThanAProvider
November 17, 2025 at 9:30 AM
As National Safeguarding Week in Wales comes to an end, these important conversations about safeguarding continue in our latest podcast, recorded with Carly Morrissey, Area Manager for Wrexham and the Wirral.

https://ow.ly/FLLT50XpPvs
November 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🌟 Colin and two of the men from Knowsley Road in Birkenhead, are part of Neo Community. Neo is a charity that brings people together, reduces food waste, and supports resilient communities.

https://ow.ly/mTyz50Xq3O4
November 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#SelfAdvocacy is a core part of how we do things at MacIntyre; We also know it's not always easy, and it takes time.

Best Practice Facilitator, Paul Payne, explores how to overcome barriers and support people in setting up self-advocacy groups.

https://ow.ly/iFcZ50XqmhH

#SpeakingUpTogether
November 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Diane’s been with MacIntyre for 22 years, growing to a leadership role she loves. Her story is one of empathy teamwork.
Read more about Diane’s journey: https://ow.ly/RLqn50XpTo6
#CareersCaseStudy
November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
To mark #NationalSafeguardingWeek in Wales, we wanted to shine a light on the work happening behind the scenes to keep people safe.

https://ow.ly/VzBo50Xpsgi

#Safeguarding #Wales
November 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
As #TrusteesWeek comes to a close, we'd like to take the opportunity to say a big thank you to our board of Trustees. They bring a wealth of experience and expertise and we are grateful to them for all they do 💜
Read more: https://bit.ly/MacIntyreTrusteeProfiles
#ThankYou #ThankYouTrustees
November 7, 2025 at 1:01 PM
We turned one wall in Milton Keynes into a burst of graffiti colour, with a little help from Posca. Local collabs, bright ideas, and art that speaks loud.

https://ow.ly/o10v50XnWrC
November 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
We've been spending some time with learners and staff across MacIntyre No Limits to find out what 'A Day in the Life' looks like - including making delicious tacos!

Find out more:

https://ow.ly/gOfP50XlUn6

#MacIntyre #NoLimits #Post16Education #NoLimitsDirect
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
As well as being interviewed by Sui-Ling for this month’s Show, Best Practice Manager, Nicola Payne also took a moment to share her thoughts about the importance of Working Together.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/S5In50XmioA

#CoProsOnTour #CoProduction #SuiLingShow #WorkingTogether
November 5, 2025 at 3:02 PM
In this episode of the #SuiLingShow, Sui-Ling chats with Nicky Payne, MacIntyre's Best Practice Manager about Co-Production

https://ow.ly/VgEU50XlIcL

#CoProduction #CoProsOnTour #CoPros
November 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
It's #PurpleTuesday which focuses on improving accessibility for people with disabilities.

As part of it, Nathan, one of #TheMag Reporters, shares his experiences visiting airports and flying, and shares his tips to make travelling more accessible.

https://ow.ly/xM5w50XmnBT

#InclusionMatters
November 4, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Patty, a student with MacIntyre No Limits in Oxfordshire, started small, with a “one can collection” for the Abingdon Food Bank. Now she’s part of their weekly volunteer team!

https://ow.ly/GLTQ50XkMhn
October 31, 2025 at 9:30 AM
At our school and children’s homes in Wingrave, we celebrate the cultures that make us who we are. 🌍
Our World Celebration Event brought together music, food, and traditions from around the globe, helping every child feel connected. 💛
Read more: https://ow.ly/xuyf50Xj4sl
October 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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October 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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October 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Lewis always loved tech but struggled to find the right fit after college.

Now he’s thriving at Weee Charity, recycling old electronics, mentoring students, and learning sign language alongside his team.

https://ow.ly/3Tja50XglKc

#EveryoneEverywhere #GloriouslyOrdinaryLives
October 24, 2025 at 9:30 AM