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16th July 2025

Swapping restraint for Positive Behaviour Support

When Richard joined Dimensions he moved from a secure unit with a 3:1 staffing ratio, costing around £200k per year. He now needs just 1:1 staffing and understands how to manage his triggers.

Life story
16th July 2025

“Could such incurably cheerful people really get the job done?” Amy and Ellie’s story

Amy and Ellie have a special bond with each other. They share many of the same challenges, physical and learning disabilities and epilepsy. But apart from that, they are chalk and cheese.

Life story
14th July 2025

Stopping the overmedication of people with learning disabilities

Jack’s story

Life storyHealth
14th July 2025

Arnold leaves hospital after over a decade

and finds his happy place

Life story
10th July 2025

Hayward’s Avenue Team wins National Learning Disability and Autism Award

For transforming lives through personalised support

AwardsLife story
8th July 2025

Celebrating Excellence: Discovery’s NLDA 2025 Finalists

This year, we proudly shine a spotlight on the inspiring colleagues and teams who go above and beyond to make a real difference.

AwardsCareers
4th July 2025

Dimensions responds to Welfare Bill changes

Thanks for listening

Social care policy
19th June 2025

Leaders Awards 2025

Celebrating the voices and achievements of people with learning disabilities and autistic people

Awards
18th June 2025

Short Breaks Service – Respite Care for People with Learning Disabilities and Autism

Our short breaks service offers a caring and supportive environment for people with learning disabilities and autism.

Feature
12th June 2025

Dimensions responds to the June spending review

a disappointing spending review for our sector

Social care policy
11th June 2025

Winners at this year’s Talent Lab Awards!

Best Assessment and Selection Strategy

Awards
2nd May 2025

Dimensions responds to the Casey Commission

Urgent action needed to address workforce shortages and financial strain

Social care policy