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National Apprenticeship Week 2022: how to pursue an apprenticeship at Lifeways – and why it’s worth it

National Apprenticeship Week 2022 is taking place from 7-13 February – so we're spreading the word about apprenticeships at Lifeways!

‘Be honest with yourself:’ How Georgia went from being a support worker to a registered manager – in just six years!

Did you know that at Lifeways you can progress from an entry-level position to become a registered manager of a supported living or residential service– all without switching jobs or spending any money on qualifications?

And that’s not just a theory.

Lifeways’ Portsmouth supported living service receives award from Solent NHS Trust and Portsmouth City Council!

Our Portsmouth supported living service, Moorings Way, has this month been awarded by Solent NHS Trust and Portsmouth City in recognition of its work supporting adults who live with learning disabilities and other needs.

Working for Lifeways while living with ADHD: Jolene’s story

If you’ve ever referred yourself, a family member or someone you support to Lifeways, and you’re based around Birmingham, you’ve probably been assisted by Jolene Instan, our Enquiry, Referral and Assessment Manager for the West Midlands.

‘The most meaningful job I’ve ever had’: How support workers at a Lifeways service in Leyland, Lancashire help four individuals thrive

In a shared house in a suburb of Leyland, Lancashire, live four people we support: Chris, Jamie, Paul, and Steven.

Their Lifeways support team, which includes Dave, Kirsty and Steven, have formed often close-knit bonds with each individual – and carved out new careers.

How individuals supported by Lifeways help check the quality of our services

In the UK, health and care services are inspected by government-appointed regulators to ensure a quality service.

But what would happen if individuals who live in those services inspected their own services, too?