Santa Maria (Independent Living Service) spruce up their garden
The staff at Santa Maria wanted to make the back garden a more attractive and desirable place to spend time, relax and enjoy the summer. The team set about clearing the garden; cutting down diseased trees, clearing and replanting the vegetable garden.
Optalis Employee Appreciation Event 2020
We recently celebrated our team's huge efforts and dedication over the past few months with a virtual event.
We had over 100 colleagues joined us live, across services. It was wonderful to take time to recognise everyone's hard work and dedication over the past few months.
An interview with Freweyni, who stepped in to support our reablement team during the pandemic
We’ve been talking to our amazing colleagues who have stepped in to support our services during the pandemic. Read about Freweyni’s experiences of working in a new role.
A Message from David Birch, CEO – Thursday 18 June 2020
An update on our progress and the current picture, taking account of the latest Government announcements on the easing of some of the lockdown restrictions.
Optalis 9th Birthday
On the sixth of June we're celebrating nine years of operating! It has been a pleasure working with our amazing colleagues, partners and every one of our customers.
Thanks to you all for supporting Optalis along the way!
Top ranking Supported Employment Service achieves Support with Confidence accreditation for 7th year
Supported Employment Service achieves Support with Confidence accreditation for seventh year
Allenby Road Short Break Service celebrates ‘Good’ in all areas rating from CQC
Optalis Short Break Service, Allenby Road in Maidenhead, has been rated as 'Good' in all areas by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Here for you during these difficult times
We are so proud of our staff teams and the amazing work they do, each and every day to support people to maintain their independence, enjoy life and fulfil their potential. At this time they are working tirelessly to ensure our customers’ health and wellbeing is paramount, whilst dealing with the concerns and challenges that every member of our society is facing right now.
COVID 19 - Update 12/03/2020
At Optalis it is always our top priority to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our customers and colleagues. The government has stated that the UK is prepared for all eventualities regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). With new cases emerging in the UK, we want to keep you updated with the safety information and steps that Optalis is taking. Optalis follows the advice provided by Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care. This means as a social care provider we have a plan.
Optalis celebrates the talent and energy that apprentices bring to the workplace
During National Apprenticeship Week we celebrated the talent and experiences that our apprentices bring to our organisation.