News (Small Supports)

Our team remembers John O'Brien and the influence his thinking and writing had on our work and for disabled people worldwide.

What happens when you reimagine adult social support from the ground up? Dr Vicky Mason-Angelow shares what happened in Leeds following a two year pilot.

Nic Crosby and Amanda Nally explore the need for services to challenge themselves. Are they truly person-centred, or, is it just nice words that hide reality?

What does the draft Mental Health Bill mean for people with learning disabilities, autistic people, community support and advocacy?

We're delighted to be collaborating with Shared Lives Plus and Community Catalysts on a campaign to highlight a range of proven approaches that are reshaping conversations about social care.

Dr Vicky Mason-Angelou, research and evaluation manager at NDTi, shares insights from a study into the impact of Small Supports organisations.

Your vote counts. Vote for Small Supports and Community Led Support in the European Social Services Awards 2024.

Nic Crosby, Small Supports programme lead, reflects on a range of evidence and learning that is championing independence for people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

Better is possible now is a shared call to action from NDTi, Community Catalysts and Shared Lives Plus.

Thanks to everyone who attended our webinar “A Hole in My Bucket?” – how spending decisions impact wealth and wellbeing of our communities. Slides can be found here and downloaded from this page.