Our stories

Mental health

Zahra’s story – supported with psychosis to achieve independence

Zahra* is a young woman in her 20s who was admitted to one of our independent hospitals in early 2023 for treatment of psychosis. She is now pursuing further education and looking towards the future.

*name changed to protect identity

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Learning disabilities

Freddie’s story – a completely different life after years in institutions

Freddie* has been supported by Alternative Futures Group for 14 years. He has an acquired brain injury and a learning disability. Through hard work and dedication, Freddie has now had a significant reduction in support, engages in activities regularly and has increased independence.

*name changed to protect identity

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Learning disabilities

Ian’s Story – volunteering in the community and becoming a Learning Disability Trainer

Ian, 40, lives in one of our Learning Disability services commissioned by Wirral Council. He has been supported by AFG since he was 18 and has made huge progress during this time.

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Our colleagues

Kaley’s Story: From Support Worker to Regional Manager

Starting out as a Support Worker at just 18 years old, Kaley now leads learning disability services across Lancaster and West Lancashire as one of our Regional Managers.

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