As #VolunteersWeek draws to a close, we invited our volunteers to a celebration event to thank them for their support to CPG. A lovely afternoon celebrating those who give their time and energy so freely - we're grateful to you all ❤️

Nicola, Colin's Carer Wellbeing Worker, has supported him for 14 years. She has been there supporting Colin’s wellbeing with emotional support, advice and practical support when needed. For more info on our Carer Wellbeing services 👇 visit careplusgroup.org/services/carer… #carersweek

Tina and Nicola from The Carers Wellbeing Team attended Age UK NE Lincs today to talk about carer wellbeing services. They offered information to people coming to The Lunch Club there. Thanks for having us!

Denise is a carer whose son sadly passed away. Susan Boon, her Carer Wellbeing Worker, helped her with practical tasks such as dealing with benefits and continues to help her with bereavement support. For more info on our services 👇 visit careplusgroup.org/services/carer… #carersweek

The Carers Wellbeing Team were invited by the Carer Support Service afternoon cream tea to promote their service. This was attended by approximately 20 people who all enjoyed a cup of tea and fresh scone. #carersweek #carersweek2024

Elaine had cared for years for her partner and he sadly passed away. Tina Hooper, her Carer Wellbeing Worker, supported Elaine to attend trips to meet people and make friends. For info on our Carer Wellbeing services 👇 visit careplusgroup.org/services/carer… #carersweek #carersweek2024

Get ready for a lot of inspiring stories from service users and staff from our services for people with learning disabilities. Starting tomorrow, we will be sharing a real stories to celebrate this year's Learning Disability Week. #LDWeek #LearningDisabilitiesWeek

The Adult Neurodiversity Service based at Val Waterhouse Centre provides services for adults with a learning disability. We would like to take the opportunity to introduce them to you in celebration of #LDWeek Read the story 👇 careplusgroup.org/articles/meet-…

Gail was lonely, isolated and struggling and she was unknown to services. Sue Sparkes-Tedde, her PBS Practitioner, gave her the support she needed to rediscover her confidence. For more info, please contact us. 📞 01472 571100 📧[email protected] #LDWeek #LearningDisabilityWeek

Jack came to Intensive Support Team wanting to do a job that he finds rewarding. With support from Sue Sparkes-Tedde, his PBS Practitioner, he is now a handy man at YMCA Humber. For info on the IST, contact us. 📞 01472 571100 📧[email protected] #LDWeek #LearningDisabilityWeek

We run weekly accessible exercise groups. A relationship has been formed with Lincs Inspire to work together to adapt their facilities to accommodate people with physical needs. What we do: youtu.be/DGXT2BC07Zs Find out more: lincsinspire.com/event/inclusiv… youtu.be/DGXT2BC07Zs

Max has a diagnosis of muscular dystrophy which causes muscle weakness. He struggles with dexterous tasks such as eating. With support, he achieved his goal of eating popcorn independently at the cinema! 🍿 For info on these service, 📞 01472 571100 📧 [email protected] #LDWeek

The day service offers people with a learning disability the opportunity to access creative art sessions using colours and crafts. ✂️ Arts and Crafts groups 🪩 Dancing, music groups and karaoke. For info or to join, contact us 📞 01472 266 967 #LDweek #LDWeek2024

Jane, Kerry and Alison assist people to understand healthier lifestyles and support them to access activities for good health. They build up a trusting relationship with service users and often act as an advocate. For info - contact us 📞 01472 571100 📧 [email protected] #LDWeek

We have fantastic Occupational Therapists in the Community Learning Disability Service who work with individuals to help them achieve their goals. For more information, please contact us: 📞 01472 571100 📧 [email protected] #LDWeek #LearningDisabilityWeek

Lee Webb, Learning Disability Nurse, supports adults with a learning disability to meet their needs by working with professionals, providers, and carers to overcome barriers preventing them access. For info on LD Services, contact us 📞 01472 571100 📧 [email protected] #LDWeek

🏊‍♂️ Monday - Swimming - Grimsby Leisure Centre 🏊‍♀️ Tuesday - Swimming - Immingham Swimming Pool 🎾 Wednesday - Inclusive Sports Session - Grimsby Leisure Centre 🚶 Thursday - Health Walk - Grimsby Leisure Centre To join, get in touch! 📧 [email protected] 📞 01472 571 100 #LDweek

Carer Wellbeing Worker, Tina, supported Betty to apply for paid hours for her daughter, Leah, to be Jason's Personal Assistant. They were successful; now Leah is employed to take her brother to enjoy the activities he loves. Info on this service: careplusgroup.org/services/carer… #LDWeek

For more information on the services you have seen throughout the week, please contact us 📞 01472 571100 📧 Community Learning Disability Team – [email protected] 📧 Intensive Support Team – [email protected] 📧 Forensic Outreach Liaison Service – [email protected] #carersweek

People with disabilities in #Grimsby are taking part in a sponsored cycle to Paris event. Inspired by the Paralympics - every lap equates to one mile. Our reporter Rebecca Quarmby's been trying out one of the bikes: