Alison House: The story of London’s first short stay home for people with learning disabilities
When it was founded in 1977, Alison House was pioneering in its support for children with learning disabilities.
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LDN London recruits throughout the year. We are recruiting for Support Workers, Managers and a variety of other exciting roles.
We have a variety of different options to meet the needs of adults, children and young people with learning disabilities and their families.
We are celebrating 60 years of creating opportunities and supporting people with learning disabilities across London.
In 60 years we have supported thousands of people to be healthy, safe and to live well. We think that’s worth celebrating!
During lockdown, Brenda was stuck inside a lot and missed going out. With help from Marcus, her support worker, she created an indoor garden. Marcus said: “Brenda and I missed our trips out together, so we brought the outside in.”
"I can say with absolute certainty that this is the best job I’ve ever had. Here is my story about becoming a Support Worker at LDN London" If you would like to find out more about becoming a support worker at LDN London visit our work for us page
We are delighted that our CEO Gabby Machell won the ‘Making a Difference Award’ at the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards on Friday 6th December 2019. "This winner’s dedication shone through to the judges. They described this winner as ‘exceptional’, leading with their heart and their head in terms of strategic details. The winner is a role model for their employees and has inspired loyalty and trust within their organisation, expecting the values to be embedded by all the ‘family’ of staff."
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““Cecilia is clearly highly skilled at person centred care. In an alien situation, she excelled, organising support for an individual with learning disabilities so that they understood and could make choices about their end of life experience.” (Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards 2019, Judges' Special Recognition Award)”
Cecilia Adetunji, Team Manager
“I was looking forward to starting volunteering as I wanted to help out in any way I could. I met lots of great people and really value the friendships I have formed since I started volunteering.”
Ellie Atherton, Volunteer Buddy
“The standard of care my child was given was amazing. My daughter progressed enormously at Rainbow and I will always be grateful for all they did for her.”
Rainbow parent, Kiana’s mum
At the LDN London we make sure that every penny of your money goes on helping your learning disability network.
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When it was founded in 1977, Alison House was pioneering in its support for children with learning disabilities.
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Maz talks about Pride month and being an LGBTQI person with learning disabilities
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It has been a busy month, with voting, yoga, cooking and a group visit to a technology fair
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We spoke to Family Support Workers to find out more about what they do and how they help families of children with learning disabilities
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