News
Explore the latest news, updates, and inspiring stories from across Brandon Trust. From exciting developments in our services to personal achievements of the people we support, this is where we share what’s happening in our community.
Stay connected with the voices that shape our work – hear about the impact of inclusive support, co-production, and meaningful opportunities. Whether it’s a new initiative, a milestone moment, or a glimpse into everyday life, these stories reflect our commitment to enabling people of all abilities to live the lives they choose.
Brandon welcomes the opportunity to share the stories of our staff and the people we support. For media enquiries, please contact communications@brandontrust.org
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22 December 2025
Brandon Adventurer wins national Women in Care AwardBrandon Adventurer Janis has won a prestigious social care award at a glittering gala event in London. The Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS)...
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17 November 2025
The Adventurers explore the world of researchIn October, the Brandon Adventurers came together in Bristol for a really exciting day of exploration and discovery. With expert guidance from Cordis Bright, we...
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21 August 2025
Why true partnerships matter in social careIn social care, change doesn’t happen through perfect strategies. It happens through relationships and partnerships – the kind built over time, with trust, shared values,...
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20 June 2025
Kate’s experiences of social careAs we near the end of Learning Disability Week 2025, we’re returning to the weeks’ theme, Do You See Me?, by sharing Adventurer Kate’s personal...
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18 June 2025
Learning from the past to co-create the future of social careTo celebrate Learning Disability Week 2025, Brandon Adventurer Janis, and our Chief Executive Helen England, will deliver a keynote speech at the Care and Support...
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16 June 2025
Alex’s story of development and growthLearning Disability Week, explores the theme, Do You See Me? – which is all about people with a learning disability being seen, heard, and valued....
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7 March 2025
Improving end-of-life care and grief supportDeath can be a sensitive and difficult subject to talk about. For people with a learning disability, there is limited information, support and resources available...
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3 July 2024
What is missing from co-production?The theme for this year’s Co-production Week is ‘What’s Missing?’, which invites us to increase equity and diversity in co-production, to think about how we...
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17 June 2024
Learning Disability Week 2024: Do You See Me?Learning Disability Week aims to make sure the world hears what life is like if you, or someone you know, has a learning disability. Throughout...
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1 December 2023
Brandon Adventurers win award for their co-production workBrandon’s Adventurers have won the prestigious Co-production Award at the South West regional finals of the Great British Care Awards. Held recently at Ashton Gate...
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7 July 2023
Co-production and what it means for autistic people and people with learning disabilitiesCo-production in the Real World is the theme of this year’s national Co-production Week. At Brandon, The Adventurers take the lead on our co-production projects....
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7 July 2023
The real world impact of co-productionThe theme for Co-production Week 2023, is Co-production In The Real World. The week aims to shine a spotlight on the benefits of co-production, share...
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12 May 2023
Co-producing an accessible health action planAccessible Health Action Plans are created during a GP’s annual health checks with people with learning disabilities and autism. The action plan is designed to ensure people...
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11 May 2023
The importance of annual health checks for people with learning disabilitiesAn annual health check with a General Practitioner (GP) is offered to everyone with a learning disability over the age of 14. A health check...
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15 March 2023
Making voting and elections more accessibleTo coincide with Accessible Voting Day in March, Brandon’s Adventurers – a group of people supported by Brandon – met to share their views on...