World Social Work Day 2020: Promoting the Importance of Human Relationships
Today as we are celebrating World Social Work Day, I have been reflecting on what it means to me to be a social worker. I realised that I really never wanted to be anything else from as early on as I can remember. Now, after a long career in which I have had the privilege…
Disabled adults and colleagues raise over £6000 for local cancer charity, The Fountain Centre
In 2019, Surrey Choices raised a staggering amount of £6034.46 for The Fountain Centre, who support cancer patients, families and Carers at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford. Over the year, many fundraising events were planned, organised and delivered by disabled people which meant overcoming a range of barriers from communicating with local businesses…
Mental Health with Laura
In 2019, Surrey Choices committed to being a Mindful Employer. Surrey Choices are creating a supportive and open culture for employees where everyone is able to talk about mental health confidently, and aspire to appropriately support the mental wellbeing of all staff. We sat down with Laura, an Activity Facilitator told us about her experience…
Matt wins an Active Surrey Award!
Matt Labbett was awarded an Active Surrey Award in the Reigate and Banstead Sports Awards 2019 for the Inclusive Sport Award Category. Matt has made a significant impact on disability sport in Reigate and Banstead. Matt has completely changed the lives of disabled people through his commitment, determination and perseverance to the people that he…