The partnerships that we can make between charities and businesses can transform countless lives, and every piece of that puzzle counts!

We’ve been Colten Care’s chosen charity, which has led to improvements at Langside and beyond, and Jess Farwell’s role in the community is a perfect example of how we can collaborate and achieve so much together.

Jess joins us in this episode of Reasons to Care, where we also bust the myth that caregivers need prior experience, and share more heartwarming notes from our Happy Jar!

This episode covers:

• Examples of community support that Jess has been a huge part of, like their recent ‘Chocolate Elf Campaign’

• The importance of partnerships between charities and local businesses

• Encouraging people to contribute their skills to a fantastic cause

• Transition support for individuals with disabilities from childhood to adulthood services

Clare Rochford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-rochford-65b9501b7/

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Being both sides of the caregiving coin is an experience that gives you unending gratitude for the work that carers do - such is the case for the remarkable Pam Wills.

She worked for Diverse Abilities from 1997, and her son Graeme has had some wonderful experiences under our care, so it’s a joy to share Pam & Graeme’s story in this emotional and uplifting episode of Reasons to Care!

This episode covers:

• Pam’s discovery of the caregiving profession and how rewarding it’s been to her and those she’s worked with

• The impact of dedicated workers on whole families

• Emma Wray’s ‘angelic’ nature and how it gave such joy to Graeme and his family

• Why the myth of caregiving being a lonely profession is so far from the truth

Clare Rochford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-rochford-65b9501b7/

Join the Diverse Abilities Team: https://diverseabilities.org.uk/careers

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Merlin’s Magic Wand is more than a mystical trinket - it’s a charming organisation that creates experiences like no other for those who need them most.

At Diverse Abilities we’re so fortunate to work with the international children’s charity, and Elin Parry’s job title captures the joy we can conjure for families - she’s their Magical Programmes Manager.

Elin joins us on Reasons To Care for a thrilling episode where she shares all the opportunities and heartwarming bonds that Merlin’s Magic Wand creates.

This episode covers:

• The importance of accessibility, additional support, and sensory experiences in helping families enjoy days out

• How Elin’s background and love of theme parks led her into care with Merlin’s Magic Wand

• The impact of support services on not only those needing care, but their families too

• Highlights from Elin’s work, and the rewarding tales of bringing families together to form lifelong bonds

Elin Parry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-parry-213428a8/

Clare Rochford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-rochford-65b9501b7/

Join the Diverse Abilities Team: https://diverseabilities.org.uk/careers

Diverse Abilities: https://diverseabilities.org.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diverse-abilities-plus/

https://www.instagram.com/diverseabilities/