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Woodland View is ‘Outstanding’

Woodland View in Hertfordshire opened in 2019. Following a full inspection in May 2021, it was judged to be ‘Outstanding’.

Gwen and Gemma’s Story

Shared Lives Carer Gwen isolated herself completely to ensure she could provide support for Gemma, whilst Gemma's mother was battling chemotherapy.

Message from Sarah Burslem, CEO

We are sorry to report that MacIntyre has experienced a cyber-attack.

Employees of the Month - May

We're delighted to share our 'Employees of the Month' for May.

Supporting someone with a learning disability to stay hydrated

If you are supporting someone with a learning disability, supporting them to stay hydrated throughout the day is essential for their health and wellbeing.

Recognising changes: Health and Wellbeing

What if you felt unwell, but couldn't always describe why, or displayed pain through unusual behaviour that others dismissed?

Supporting Jo

A MacIntyre staff team in Worcestershire have been praised for their creativity during the pandemic, which has had a positive impact on Jo, who we support.

Young-onset dementia: MacIntyre Families Podcast

In the latest episode of the MacIntyre Families Podcast, host Nicola Payne is joined by Victoria Lyons. Victoria is a Senior Consultant Admiral Nurse…

Sam’s story

Ten years since Panorama exposed the abuse at Winterbourne View there are many people still caught up in a revolving door system of 'treatment' or failed…

Careers at MacIntyre: Ellie’s story

We caught up with Ellie, a Senior Support Worker based at MacIntyre School and Children’s Homes in Wingrave.

What is sundowning?

For many people with dementia, feelings of distress can emerge in the late afternoon and continue into the night, which is often known as 'sundowning'.

What I would say to you: messages from lockdown

People we support in Derbyshire have created a colourful display of messages written for their loved ones during  lockdown.