Personal journeys from the people we support and our colleagues

Employment support is like a compass. And it’s tailored to you.

After several years away from work and a difficult period of mental ill health, one client shares how personalised employment support helped rebuild their confidence, prepare for interviews and secure....

Putting people at the centre of their support

Juliet, a Southdown client, shares how she was supported to create her PBS plan and the positive impact it has had on her.

I have somewhere I can close the door and call home.

A long-standing Southdown tenant shares their journey from homelessness and unstable housing to finding a safe place to call home, and how stability, dignity and the right support have made....

Celebrating Simon’s journey into employment

Meet Simon – a client at one of our Learning Disability support services – and join him at work at his local snooker club!

Living life his way – Martyn, our client, shares what independence means to him

Martyn, a resident at one of the Southdown’s supported living service, shares his love for travel, his role in supporting staff, and what independence means to him.

I’m starting to put roots down

Terry, a client of our Southdown Steps housing support service in West Sussex, shares his experience of support he's received.

I think it’s fundamental that spaces like this exist

A client describes why they felt supported when visiting one of our mental health crisis support services, Staying Well Brighton.

She has made a difference to my future and wellbeing

A client from our Employment Support Services explains the difference their Employment Specialist has made to their life.

It’s great to get out and meet new people

Kevin, a client at one of our Learning Disability Support Services explains why he is passionate about politics and human rights. Kevin's Support Worker, Nick, speaks about how he supports....

I enjoy spending time with other clients

Jennie, one of our clients at our Learning Disability Support Services, explains what hobbies she enjoys and how she is supported to participate in them.