The Learning Disability and Autism Leader's Awards nominations are closing! Nominate someone who inspires you today! Every entry gets a certificate 😀 😀 bit.ly/EnterLeaders [photo of Oprah Winfrey giving everyone a car]

The Learning Disability and Autism Leader's Awards nominations are closing! Nominate someone who inspires you today! Every entry gets a certificate 😀 😀 bit.ly/EnterLeaders [photo of Oprah Winfrey giving everyone a car]

“I welcome Baroness Casey’s acknowledgment of the structural and strategic challenges that mean too few people can access great social care that enables them to live their lives." Rachael Dodgson, Dimensions CEO, responds to Baroness Casey’s first major comment on the adult social care system.

Nominations close soon for the Learning Disability and Autism Leader's Awards 2026. Nominate someone who inspires you today! 🥳 Winners get to celebrate at our free event on June 25th in Bristol! 😀 https://bit.ly/EnterLeaders

If you know someone with learning disabilities or autism who is doing something amazing in their life then we want to hear about them!  😮 Nominations close on Friday! 🥂 We'll be celebrating the winners at our free party at the Paintworks, Bristol on 25th June 2026. 👉 https://bit.ly/EnterLeaders

🎓 We're excited about the the launch of a £1.5 million new academy to support social care workers in Wales. 👉 Read the story: bit.ly/4s51f1g #wales #SocialCare

😎 The sun is out and so are we! Have you started planting yet? #SpringMood [Image shows photos of sapling sunflowers in cups, a swan, a person being supported to cut his lawn and a person planting a sunflower in his flower bed.]

😮 Your stories are so good this year, so nominations are extended until 6th March! Are you a volunteer, achieved a personal goal, helped others? Have a learning disability or autism? Then we think you're amazing and want you hear all about you. 👉 bit.ly/EnterLeaders

😀 I nominated someone awesome for the Dimensions #LeadersAwards! Have you? The ceremony is free and every entry gets a certificate! bit.ly/EnterLeaders

If you're proud of someone with learning disabilities and/or autism then let us know! bit.ly/EnterLeaders #DimensionsLeadersAwards

🍕 Friday is a good time for pizza! Robbie from Dimensions Cymru shows us how he made his with brilliant support from Ria. He had fun with different textures and making mess, and it tasted great!

“It’s really important to record these lower level incidents because they add up." Dimensions Advocacy Lead, Dr Mark Brookes MBE spoke to the @theguardian.com about plans to scrap non-crime hate crimes. 👉bit.ly/4t9ebVi #HateCrime

🏆 Have you entered the Leaders Awards yet? Here is 2025 Local Communities Leader Tess Kearney and the Stepping Stones ladies to give you some inspiration. Enter now! www.leaderaward.co.uk #DimensionsLeadersAwards #LearningDisability #Autism

Do you know about the triangles used during the Holocaust? On Holocaust Memorial Day Diversity Champion, Liam Walsh, takes a moment to think about what this symbol might mean for people we support today.  With thanks to the Holocaust Memorial Museum. #Holocaust

🔑 Join our families to talk about your young person's transition to adulthood. We are hosting a free webinar on Monday 26th from 12-1pm. You'll have a chance to hear real stories and ask your questions to our family consultants. 👉 Reserve your free place at: https://bit.ly/BetterTransitions25

🔑 Join us to chat about big steps for your young people. Our families are welcoming everyone who is preparing for their young person's transition to adult services. We are hosting a free webinar on Monday 26th from 12-1pm.  👍 Reserve your free place at: https://bit.ly/BetterTransitions25

😊 Do you know someone awesome that you always tell people about? Nominations for the 2026 #DimensionsLeadersAwards open soon... [Image of Kermit the frog waiting to use a lap top that says "I can't wait to tell the Leaders' Awards all about you."]

Watch #Cymru First Minister, Mair Eluned Morgan, respond to Sioned Williams MS about underfunding in social care. As a not for profit provider, Dimensions relies on local authorities being paid fully for the essential support we provide to people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

🐝 A new season of #Bridgerton is coming. But Lady Whistledown has her attention on more exciting news! Nominations for the 2026 #DimensionsLeadersAwards open soon...

🤔 Do you know someone who deserves a seat at the winner's table?  😀 Nominations for Dimensions Learning Disability and Autism Leaders' Awards 2026 open soon! #DimensionsLeaders2026 www.leaderaward.co.uk [Image of happy people celebrating awards with drinks around a decorated table]

What a busy December with shows, lights, trips, crafts, parties, food and, most of all, dancing! 🎅 Merry Christmas to you from all of us at Dimensions, Discovery, Dimensions Cymru and Outreach3Way

🎄 Christmas is a time for tradition but you can also make your own. People with learning disabilities and autistic people (and carers) can find it easily overwhelming with different routines and more socialising, lights, noise, smells and touch.

😊 We celebrating our highlights of 2025! #wrapped  [Image of Karen excited about her new home in the style of Spotify wrapped]

"I see colleagues who’ve worked in the same supported living home for 20 years, and the trust and connection that length of time supporting the same people brings." 🏠 Our CEO, Rachael Dodgson, spent a week as a support worker: https://www.carehomeprofessional.com/ceo-becomes-care-worker

🎵 It's nearly time! We are playing #Whamageddon. If you hear the original version of Last Christmas after Monday 1st December until midnight on Christmas Eve you are out.   Let us know how long you last. Share with your friends and good luck!

Here is our easy to read guide to the #budget to help you understand the main changes. How do you feel about the decisions the government has made?

“Today’s Budget says nothing about adult social care.  We need faster action and appropriate funding – and recognition for the social care workforce to support consistent, high-quality support for those who rely on it. The time to act is now."  Rachael Dodgson, Chief Executive of Dimensions.

Wes Streeting has pledged to act after Dimensions consultant Matt Lester joined advocates from across the UK to speak to @itvnews.bsky.social about their concerns for the future. 👉 Watch the ITV report at bit.ly/LifeWithDisability #learningdisabilities #autism #budget

People with learning disabilities die younger, often from preventable causes. So we want to help you get your annual health check. 💬 share your stories 👉 use our resources 👍 know your rights bit.ly/HealthCheckHeroes #AnnualHealthCheck #Health #LederReport

Yes, Claudia, support workers like Shauna choose #faithful Great picture Shauna and Hayley 😊 #traitors

Our family consultants invite you to a free webinar about transition to adulthood; the changes in support, your rights, finances and opportunities. ☕ Join us on 12th November 12-1.30pm Bit.ly/BetterTransitions25 #BetterTransitions

I'm Dr Mark Brookes MBE and I've taken over our socials this hate crime awareness week. Today I want to share resources to help carers and supporters to know their rights and speak up. 👉 https://www.dimensions-uk.org/resource/disability-hate-crime-a-guide-for-carers-and-supporters  #HCAW

What is a disability hate crime? A disability hate crime is when someone is attacked because they are disabled. #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #HCAW

In our free webinar today, Jimmy is telling us how he and his friends have redesigned their individual service funds to work for them. They call it 'My Support Money' and choose how and when they get the support they need.

🕺 Dancing into autumn with Zumba! John is a person we support in Enfield who has fallen in love with the south American vibe; clapping his hands and dancing to the music. He can't wait for his next session and we are loving his energy! #London #BetterLives #zumba (Name changed for privacy)

Don't miss the opportunity to hear about how people can take control of their own money and how our forensic team provide just enough support.

The last of our popular free webinars is on this Friday 3rd October 12-1pm. Designed to support autistic employees in social care settings, we'll be talking about diagnosis and communication, and we will have plenty of time to answer your questions and hear your stories. 👉 bit.ly/3I0c2ss

Rosh Hashanah is a special time for Jewish people which marks the end of the year and the birthday of the world. 🍍 It is tradition to try a new fruit, often pineapples and pomegranates. Have a sweet new year! Shanah tovah. #RoshHashanah

Want to cheer up your Monday? Fed up of doom and gloom in the news? Watch the 2025 Learning Disability and Autism Leaders Awards! We've edited our livestream of the event with time stamps so you can go straight to the part you want. 👀 youtu.be/wWx8YYXdkak

💡 Teams can achieve more when we think differently. Michelle Rebello from Dimensions is joining David Sargent from Real Life Options and Clive Parry @arcengland.bsky.social to discuss what it means to be an #autistic adult in the workplace. 👉 Free webinar 19th September 1-2pm http://bit.ly/3I0c2ss

The #Leder report tells us that people with learning disabilities are still dying younger than everyone else. It found 37% of deaths involved some form of delay in care or treatment, while 28% reported instances where diagnosis and treatment guidelines were not met. bit.ly/Leder2025

If you want to tell MPs about their decisions that affect you, Matt's your person. Here he talks about his new role working with government. #APPG

⚠️ The Government is testing the emergency alert system on Sunday 7th September at 3pm.    Mobile phones and tablets might make a loud sound and vibrate, even if set on silent and WIFI off.  Don't worry, it is just a test.  👉 To find out more search: gov.uk/alerts

🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings To finish off August we have Fantastic Four, Moana, Singing in the Rain, Bad Guys 2 and more at participating  #Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse #Odeon and The Light Check your local cinema: www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings

Putting social care into the future of nursing will help future nurses and decision makers understand the value of supporting people to enjoy good health and avoid hospital admissions. Read the article by Nursing in Practice: https://bit.ly/3V8nYej #SocialCare

🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings This weekend we have Wolf Children, Super Charlie and #Smurfs at participating  #Showcase #Vue #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light Check your local cinema: www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings @showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social

Vic Rayner OBE summarises the heart-breaking impact of not having social care at the heart of public health decisions during the COVIC pandemic. Watch her closing statement at the #CovidEnquiry: https://bit.ly/4mKozPq @ncfcareforum.bsky.social

☀️ Heat warnings are in place so here are some simple ideas to keep safe. Remember some people are more affected by heat and may not be able to tell you if they feel unwell.  For more, see https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why-some-people-suffer-more-than-others-during-heatwaves

🍿 Upcoming Dimensions #AutismFriendlyScreenings This weekend we have #BadGuys2 #Smurfs and Friendship at participating cinemas.  #Showcase #Odeon #Picturehouse plus lots more at The Light @showcasecinemasuk.bsky.social  Check your local cinema: www.autismfriendly.uk/autism-friendly-screenings

Super excited to see Learning Disability and Autism Leader Tess Kearney (Lady Tee) in her local news! Tess inspired her community to ensure changes include everyone and we think she's courageous. https://bit.ly/3GXVjFF #LDALeadersAwards