Our stories
‘I give people the tools they need to make a positive difference’ – Carol’s career journey at AFG
Having joined AFG nine years ago, Carol has made a positive impact in a number of roles throughout the organisation. Learn more about her journey with AFG…
From Mental Health Nurse to Registered Manager – Carol’s Journey with AFG
Carol joined AFG 25 years ago as a Mental Health Nurse at one of our Independent Hospitals in Lancashire and has progressed to Registered Manager of one of our mental health hospitals.
Kirsty’s Story – from HR Advisor to Chief Operating Officer
Having joined AFG fifteen years ago, Kirsty’s career journey has seen her progress into a senior leadership position, helping to drive growth across the organisation.
Marion’s story – overcoming chronic pain to get first job in social care
Marion Barraclough has a condition called degenerative disc disease, meaning she has experienced chronic pain throughout her adult life. She has, however, learnt to manage her health condition and is now loving her first job as a Support Worker with AFG.
Sarah’s story – being empowered to use her voice
Sarah, 37 years old, is one of the people we support on behalf of St Helens Council. She has a diagnosis of cerebral palsy, learning disabilities and dysphagia.
Jean’s story – supported to live in her own home for the first time
Jean* is 76 years old and has been supported by AFG since 2018. She has a long-standing diagnosis of treatment resistant paranoid schizophrenia, meaning she experiences persistent persecutory delusions, auditory hallucinations (voices) and has a lack of insight into her condition.
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Jenny’s story – supported to make a new fresh start
Jenny* is a woman in her 50s with a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia and cognitive decline, a condition where someone has minor problems with their mental abilities such as memory or thinking.
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Helen’s Story – supported to take the trip of a lifetime
Helen* is a woman in her 50s who lives in one of our supported living services commissioned by Knowsley Council. When she first arrived with AFG she faced significant challenges with her physical and mental health. She engaged in a range of compulsive behaviours and struggled with symptoms due to her type two diabetes, asthma and COPD.
With support, Helen is now able to manage her conditions and was able to go on a holiday overseas, something she had always dreamed of.
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Tilly’s Story: From Support Worker to Director of Operations
Tilly’s journey with Alternative Futures Group is a fantastic example of how we offer opportunities for staff to build their skills and experience and progress into senior roles. Joining us as a Support Worker, Tilly is now heading up our learning disability division as Director of Operations.
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.
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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.
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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.