The house takes over the Hungry Horse!

Today was a special day at The Willows, as all the residents went out for a meal together, and left an empty house behind. Grazina, Jon, Jamie, Kurt, Colin, Ian, and Justin, all went to the Hungry Horse in Yarnbrook, and enjoyed their evening meal and a few drinks in each others company.

All the service users and staff enjoyed the sunshine and the food, and returned home in the best of spirits

Kurt takes to the buses

One of our service users, Kurt, took a trip to the market town of Frome this morning. He went with one of our members of staff, and decided to take a ride on the bus.

Kurt said he enjoyed his trip, and after looking around the shops, bought himself some music.

Enjoying the early summer sunshine

The sun has been shining here in Warminster, and it has given both service users and staff alike, a chance to get outside and play some games.

Justin bowls a googly to our assistant manager, Sharon

A particular favourite has proven to be cricket, as well as tennis and football. So roll on the summer, when scenes like this can be an everyday occurrence

Justin takes to the airwaves!

One of our service users has been working at a local radio station now for a number of months. Justin, who has qualified as a tech op, has been helping to broadcast the breakfast show at WCR, a local community radio station, for nearly a year now. As well as helping out and practicing around the station, Justin presents the final 30 minutes of the breakfast show on his own each day.

Justin hard at work broadcasting the WCR breakfast show

Some lucky members of staff have been fortunate enough to go down and watch Justin at work, as well as being able to meet such local celebrities as Barry Mole and Andrew Robinson. 

Earlier this month, one of our service users, Jamie, was asked to participate in an Autism Awareness campaign. This initiative, on behalf of Wiltshire Council, culminated in a conference held at Adult social care services in Devizes, in which Jamie took an important part.

Jamie was asked to produce a five minute video explaining what it was like to live with Autism, how this impacted on his everyday life, and what support he felt he needed to help him live life to the full. His video was then played in front of some of the most influential people in Adult Care within the Wiltshire area, and was warmly received by those present.

Jamie said afterwards that not only had he enjoyed the experience, but that he was keen to be involved in more initiatives in the future.

A trip to see the stars in London

The London Skyline

Recently, four service users from The Willows, Jamie, Kurt, Grazina and Colin, went for a day trip to Greenwich to visit the Planetarium. Whilst there, they took in the beautiful surroundings of Greenwich park, as well as taking in the stunning skyline of London.

Colin, Jamie and Kurt in artistic formation

 The sun shined all day, and it was the perfect weather for the picnic that had been prepared that morning.

Jamie and Colin

As well as looking around the parks, they also visited the museum, and took in a show all about the stars. 

Jamie, Kurt and Grazina

Of particular interest was a wall that radiated heat, which fascinated both service users and staff alike. Everyone seemed to enjoy their day, and returned to the house in good spirits. 

Kurt, Grazina and staff member Angie

                                               

 

Farewell to a great guy

Wednesday was a very emotional day for everyone at The Willows as Steve Taylor came over to say farewell to all the house mates and staff.

Steve has given everyone in the house staff and housemates included a great deal of his time and knowledge which has been invaluable.................................

Thankyou so much Steve