Stories

For Chris, independence is not about living without support. It is about having the right support in the right place from people who believe in him. Chris is autistic and experiences extreme anxiety and stress. He was struggling to cope with those feelings and they were affecting his quality of life. He was living at home with visiting care agencies and it was not working out. It looked like the only option for Chris was an institutional setting, possibly somewhere far from his family and community where routines would be rigid and decisions made for him. When we met Chris, we were determined that would not happen.

Stephen lights up every room he enters. He is the heartbeat of his home – the one who makes people laugh, the one everyone looks forward to seeing. But behind the laughter, Stephen has faced some tough health challenges.

For over 25 years, Ian lived in secure hospitals. But in February 2024, Ian moved into his own home with FitzRoy. In just over a year, his life has transformed.

On Friday 1st August, our Petersfield Day Service, On Track, opened their doors for their annual Summer Fete - and what a day it was! 

How a communication tablet is openings doors to confidence, choice, and independence for Josh

Just over a year ago, we shared Johnny’s incredible weight loss journey. Since then, Johnny has discovered a new passion that’s had a huge impact on his life: gardening.

FitzRoy are delighted to announce that Mark Smith will be our new Chair of Trustees, Mark is a former regional Board member of Business in the Community and a Responsible Business Ambassador for the South East.

A huge shoutout to our team at our Norfolk day service, The Maltings, for delivering another unforgettable FitzFest last weekend.

This Learning Disability Week we're celebrating Tess - known to many of us as Lady tee - who's outstanding advocacy has inspired not just her community, but the whole country! 

A huge congratulations to Hattie who, despite the expectations of doctors and physiotherapists,  is on the road to being able to walk again.