Our Voice project with The Unlocked Collective

For people with learning disabilities, having a voice isn’t always a given. That’s why giving people choice and control over how they live their lives is central to how we support people at PSS. It’s about supporting someone to be their best self, to be more independent, and most importantly, to be heard. 

So, when our Making Days group had the opportunity to work with Claire, from The Unlocked Collective, on an initiative focused on giving people with learning disabilities a voice, we knew it was going to be something special. 

Creating art, making magic 

Our Making Days group were invited to take part in a project where they could create a piece of art about their lives. It was also an opportunity to highlight what support looks like from both a medical and social care perspective. It encouraged people to reflect on the barriers they might be facing and to have their voices heard. Over a series of workshops, we saw people create incredible pieces of art. Some made physical artwork, while others took part in filming to share their experiences. You could feel the magic in the room as people were empowered to tell their story. 

Taking to the stage 

We were then invited to a showcase and screening at the Valley Theatre in Netherley. The physical artwork was displayed around the theatre, and the group were invited on stage to introduce the film before the screening. It was a brilliant event, and it was so inspiring seeing the people we support speak so passionately and proudly about the things that matter. 

A massive well done to everyone in our Making Days service who took part and created something for the project, and a big thank you to Claire, from The Unlocked Collective, for working with us. 

Getting support

At Making Days, you’ll decide how you spend your day. We've got six day centres, as well as opportunities to get out and about in the community. You might want to get involved with our drama group, take part in cooking sessions, music groups or simply take a moment for yourself in our sensory room. 

This is just one of the many ways we make sure that the people we support have a voice and a choice when they come to our centres.

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