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Focussed Friends Donate to Support Babies in Buscot Ward
Focussed Friends, a group from Optalis Wokingham Community Lives, raised £256 and donated over 2,000 nappies and handmade blankets to BIBS, the charity for Royal Berkshire Hospital’s neonatal unit.
Optalis 2025 year in review
2025 was a year of growth and impact. We expanded services, welcomed new people, and created spaces where those we support and our teams can thrive. Here are the milestones that made it special.
Community Lives' Inclusive Art Project Celebrates 2024 Olympics
People who use community lives day services have been working together to create hand craft Olympic mascot sculptures. The groups have created two sculptures of the Olympic Phryges,
The importance of caring friendship
David and Kate met at a local Social Club. After a few occasions it was clear they had much conversation, laughter, and soon struck up a lovely friendship.
“My new beginning”
Darren, has flourished with the help of a supportive team at Lady Elizabeth House, enjoying social activities, sports, and newfound independence.
Celebrating Compassion and Excellence: Alison Forster Finalist for Inaugural Palliative & End of Life Care Awards
Refreshing Summer Boat Trip at Runnymede
Westmead's summer event
At the event people made use of the fabulous outdoor space available at Westmead, enjoying the summer weather, a BBQ, and the company of good friends and family.
Celebrating Pride Month
Each year our Community Lives Learning Disability services in Windsor & Maidenhead take time during PRIDE month to learn more about the LGBTQ+ community and to celebrate diversity together.
NRS Healthcare - community equipment service provider, important update
Our community equipment provider, NRS Healthcare recently suffered a cyber security attack over the weekend of the 31st March 2024.
Community Lives services in Windsor and Maidenhead enjoyed seeing the Royal’s arriving at Ascot
Bluebell House Celebrates Eileen's 100th Birthday
The team at Bluebell House organised a grand celebration for Eileen's 100th birthday. The event featured cheerful decorations, plenty of greeting cards, a special cake, and an array of delicious food.
