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Making my own meal!

Guideposts member Chrissy tells us how she is learning independent life skills like cooking a meal for herself, with her support worker Jane.

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Meet Anthony: Project Coordinator of Better Connected

Find out about the highlights and challenges Anthony faces as coordinator for Guideposts Better Connected.

Our Autumn Highlights for 2023

The latest news from Guideposts highlighting our recent activities. includes a focus on specialist day services for people with learning disabilities.

Our Spring Highlights for 2023

The latest news from Guideposts highlighting our recent activities. includes a focus on coaching for Complex Emotional Needs.

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When is the Right Time to Move Out of Home?

Mia has recently moved out of her family home into a supported living apartment. Read how she prepared for the move.

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A History of Guideposts Trust – Chapter 5

The last instalment this year of the story of Guideposts takes us from 2020 to the present day, making the most of opportunities to fast-track innovations in Guideposts’ work.

Meet David from Guideposts Community Hub in Stroud

David tells us about his experience at Guideposts Community Hub in Stroud, why he feels so comfortable attending and the opportunities it has given him.

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A History of Guideposts Trust – Chapter 4

The fourth instalment of the story of Guideposts looks at how the charity has been addressing the needs of carers, and of children and young people with additional needs.

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Tackling the Cost of Living Crisis

How the cost of living crisis affects the people Guideposts supports, and how we can deliver support tailored to our members’ needs.

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A History of Guideposts Trust – Chapter 3

The third instalment of the story of Guideposts comes to how the charity started addressing the issues affecting people living with dementia, and setting up the UK's first teaching nursing home.

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