Stories

Robert and Peter from Donec Mews in Grayshott had a grand day out at Goodwood. Karen Bond, Service Manager, told us about their brilliant day.

This year, we asked everyone we support and staff to set a health challenge for FitzRoy’s new Health Challenge Week. Good health is a key to a happy fulfilled life, and we are committed to supporting people with disabilities to be healthy.

FitzRoy campaign, “Who will care after I’ve gone?” has won a coveted Third Sector Award.

Donald is supported by FitzRoy Support at Home in Norfolk. Bob, one of his Support Workers, realised not everything was as it seemed when Donald was hesitant to go on holiday. Bob stepped in and helped make dreams come true. Ginny Margison, Support at Home Manager, told us how.

Exciting news, FitzRoy has been shortlisted for the Best Not-For-Profit Training Programme 2016, in this year’s Training Awards. We caught up with Heidi Waight, who runs it.

Sue Rzecki, FitzRoy Service Manager in Norfolk, got the chance to spend the evening bowling with one of the people she supports. She told us why it made her feel a bit nostalgic.

FitzRoy Trafford Day and Community Service took part in the Manchester Big Fun Run and got into the spirit of the Olympics.

Friends and family gathered at FitzRoy Huw’s in Nottingham on a glorious summer’s afternoon.

FitzRoy staff and two willing volunteers transformed an unsafe garden into a sanctuary. Bev Pearson, Community Fundraising Coordinator, raised all the money needed to buy materials for the big FitzRoy garden makeover. She told us how she even got the local council involved!

The staff and people we support in FitzRoy Nottinghamshire came together for an evening full of laughter, dancing and celebration. The vibrant atmosphere in the room made it a night to remember for everyone. Beverley Pearson, Community Fundraising Coordinator, told us more.