27 MARCH 20253 MIN READ
Leadership with Heart: How PSS Puts People First
In any organisation, policies, strategies, and finances all play a role in shaping its success. But at the heart of it all, the most valuable asset is always people.
13 FEBRUARY 20252 MIN READ
Learning needs are embraced and supported with Shared Lives
When James first started using PSS Shared Lives, life looked very different. He rarely left the house. His learning needs made it tough for him to get out and about, even with support from his parents
30 JANUARY 20253 MIN READ
Fostering adults: ‘everyone deserves a family’
Having a daughter with Down’s syndrome inspired Helena to become a Shared Lives carer. Fostering adults was the lightbulb moment she needed to feel reassured that there’s a place for adults with support needs to live their most independent life
14 JANUARY 20254 MIN READ
How PSS’s Board is Elevating Voices, Empowering Carers, and Promoting Inclusion
Board meetings are often seen as formal, structured, and perhaps a little rigid. Attendees are typically senior leaders and decision-makers, gathered around a large table discussing strategy, budgets, and organisational priorities.
13 JANUARY 20251 MIN READ
How We Built Our Village: our co-production conference for health and social care professionals
Co-production and peer support have the power to transform how people experience mental health and social care services – and how providers deliver them.
18 DECEMBER 20244 MIN READ
Behind the Scenes of Non-Profits: The Hidden Work That Keeps Them Going
When we think about charities or non-profit organisations, we often imagine the incredible work they do to help people and communities. We might picture dedicated staff and volunteers working hard to make a difference.
15 NOVEMBER 20241 MIN READ
Celebrating three more years of funding for Prisoners’ Families
With huge thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund, we’re so chuffed to tell you that we’ve won three years’ worth of funding to keep supporting children and their families who have a parent in prison.
14 NOVEMBER 20245 MIN READ
When values and content align: a lesson in authentic communication
In today’s world, the word ‘authentic’ is overused, often to the point of losing its meaning. Many organisations, even those with large budgets and communications teams, often struggle to convey their values in ways that feel genuine and meaningful.
28 OCTOBER 20241 MIN READ
Colwyn Bay carer takes home gold award at Wales Care Awards 2024
On Friday 18th October, PSS Shared Lives carer, Karen Jackson, took home the Gold award for community care in this year’s Wales Care Awards, organised by Care Forum Wales.
