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A great report that we were pleased to contribute to. It is fundamentally important to build strong partnerships with LAs so that commissioning is based on collaboration, bravery and lived experience. These commissioning decisions shape people's lives.

In this issue: "There is a vast voluntary sector provider market - ready, willing, able, and affordable." 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐲 CEO @FitzRoyUk in this month’s 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ..🛌 bit.ly/2BdO22j PG 36 #ThankYouSocialCare

Our CEO has signed this @NCVO @ACEVO open letter to the chancellor on the impact of increased employer National Insurance contributions for charities: "Many of us already subsidise the shortfall in our government contracts using fundraising or cash reserves."

📰Our response to today’s #Budget2024. We are still waiting for the Government to #ShowUsYouCare and invest in long-term solutions to support the lives of all those who draw on social care. @RachelReevesMP @hmtreasury

Our FitzRoy Christmas Cards are here! 🎄☃️🎁 Order by 9th December 2024 to make sure they arrive in time 🎅✨ All profits go towards supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health issues. Get yours here: fitzroy.org/support-us/chr…

📢 Don't miss our Early Bird offer! Book your spot for the annual FitzRoy #Firewalk Challenge for just £10 before 31st October 2024. Join us on Saturday 7th December at 5 PM in #Petersfield Town Square. Register and find out more at fitzroy.org/events/fitzroy…

Looking after our brilliant staff is really important to us at FitzRoy, so today we launch our new menopause network for staff, enabling our valued colleagues around the country to share advice, support each other, and talk about their experiences. #WorldMenopauseDay

Congratulations to Thomas and Tom as they celebrate one year of living in their new home with us in Nottingham 🎉 #TransformingLives #WeAreFitzRoy #LearningDisabilities #Autism #MentalHealth #SupportedLiving #Nottingham

A huge congratulations to Jim, Jenna, Mark, and Lauren from the Love4Life team for successfully completing their skydive to raise funds for Love4Life! 🎉🙌 #Love4Life #LearningDisabilities #Autism #SkyDive #Fundraising

A huge congratulations to Lee who's walked a lap around his garden after his anxiety about falling over had prevented him from leaving the house. We supported Lee since August, and in those few months he has made incredible progress! Read Lee's full story fitzroy.org/stories/lee-ce…

From not leaving her flat to conquering health challenges and even enjoying a trip to London, Sally has made incredible strides thanks to the dedicated support of Sandra and Caroline. Read Sally's full story here fitzroy.org/stories/gainin… #TransformingLives #WeAreFitzRoy

It's illegal to discriminate against someone because of a protected characteristic. Disability is one of nine characteristics in the #EqualityAct. We've created a guide to disability discrimination. Discover more: orlo.uk/ovJ9V

Living with a mental illness can be hard. The negative attitudes of others makes it harder. That's why we're launching our new anti-stigma campaign, #LetsRethink. Download your free guide to help us end the judgement around mental illness 👉 bit.ly/4ewDkBe

Happy International Day of #SignLanguages and International Week of #DeafPeople! We're supporting @BDA_Deaf with promoting #BSL as an indigenous UK language and encouraging more people to learn it. Some common greetings below🧏‍♂️and more info about #BSLInOurHands👇

The Learning Disability & Autism Advisory group is looking for new members who are experts by experience. We want people with different experiences & backgrounds. Join us to help make the NHS work better for people with a learning disability and autism forms.office.com/e/Zp65PsRBE2

It's Thank You Week at FitzRoy and the celebrations are in full swing! 🎉 There's still time to thank any member of our staff by emailing thankyou@fitzroy.org #ProfessionalCareWorkersWeek #WeAreFitzRoy #ThankYouWeek #TransformingLives #LearningDisabilities #Autism #MentalHealth

And this fun #RoaldDahlDay inspired picture from the residents & staff at @FitzRoyUK #LeeGordonHouse LD #CareHome #Coventry who painted this fun @creativemojo Charlie and the Chocolate Factory inspired collage. Great work everyone 🥰 @peoplein_action @BrandonTrust

Our annual Thank You Week is here. It's not too late to get involved! You can thank any of our staff by emailing thankyou@fitzroy.org 💙 #FitzRoy #ThankYouWeek #ProfessionalCarersWeek2024 #WeAreFitzRoy #TransformingLives

Last week, the first of our new regional forums for people we support took place in Norfolk. 22 people we support came along, where they had their voices heard, caught up with friends, and had the chance to meet new people. Visit fitzroy.org/stories/fitzro… to read the full story.

It’s Sexual Health Week, it’s important to look after your sexual health. Go to this website digital.thesexualhealthhub.co.uk/sexual-health/… for easy read guides on contraception, pregnancy and abortion, sexually transmitted infections, sex and relationships.