Every child deserves the chance to embrace the outdoors in all its muddy glory, and our very own Bear Grills is the gateway to outdoor play.

Alex Bradford is our Outdoor Learning Lead at The Treehouse, and between his inspiration and the joys of our Nature Nook, children of all abilities are able to embrace nature-based learning!

From tool use and bushcraft, to imaginative play and team challenges, discover the opportunities that Alex creates to spark curiosity with every session.

This episode covers:

• The transformative power of outdoor learning and nature-based activities for children of all abilities

• Child-led, sensory-rich experiences that foster independence, creativity, and resilience

• The inclusive community that allows everyone to participate and thrive

• Embracing sustainability through creative reuse of donated and local materials in educational settings

• The value of diverse role models and teamwork in care

Cat Abbott

https://www.linkedin.com/in/catabbott/

Clare Rochford

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-rochford-65b9501b7/

Join the Diverse Abilities Team

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/careers

Diverse Abilities

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diverse-abilities-plus/

https://www.instagram.com/diverseabilities/

If it’s possible to be a celebrity In the world of caregiving, then there’s nobody with more star power than our very own Dave Austin.

Everyone knows him. Everyone loves him. But not everyone knows his story - both in the 34 years he’s spent with Diverse Abilities, or in the mysterious time before…

Join us for another lifer’s fabulous story, and discover just long and illustrious a career you can make in the caregiving profession!

This episode covers:

• Dave’s inspiring 34-year journey, showcasing career progression and the many roles within the sector

• The power of person-centered care and how it transforms lives for both staff, and the people they care for

• Positivity, adaptability, and lifelong learning in overcoming challenges and making a difference

• The lasting connections built among staff, families, and those who we support

• Dave’s story as living proof that that care is anything but a short-term or limited career

Dave Austin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-austin-302871273/

Clare Rochford

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-rochford-65b9501b7/

Join the Diverse Abilities Team

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/careers

Diverse Abilities

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diverse-abilities-plus/

https://www.instagram.com/diverseabilities/

Nursing staff are at the heart of everything we do at Diverse Abilities, so it’s an absolute shock to many when they discover how they’re funded… or rather, not.

All nursing staff are fundraised, and to paint a vivid picture of just what joy is made from that fundraising, we’re joined on Reasons to Care by Amy Savill and Hollie Adams!

Join us to explore the unique daily life of a nurse at Langside and The Beehive, the transformative work that they do for children and adult services, and how you can support these inspiring people.

This episode covers:

• The critical importance of nursing staff in supporting children and adults with complex needs

• How nursing enables not just education, but the community participation too

• A holistic approach to care focusing on individual growth, independence, and personal achievements

• The challenges of having no dedicated funding from NHS or local authorities for nursing services

Sponsor a Nurse:

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/nurses

Amy Savill

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-savill-a7224a251/

Clare Rochford

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-rochford-65b9501b7/

Join the Diverse Abilities Team

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/careers

Diverse Abilities

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diverse-abilities-plus/

https://www.instagram.com/diverseabilities/