Thank you for being a part of Sense and our work to support disabled people with complex needs. Together, we’re making a difference.
To find out more about our impact, and to read the stories of that demonstrate the difference we make, head to: sense.org.uk/about-us/our-im…
This Christmas, why not learn some different communication methods for some fun and festive popular sayings.
Today, learn "all I want for Christmas is you" with us. 🎄
We believe joy is found in the everyday moments. Playing, connecting, and communicating with the people around us.
As we celebrate 70 years of these moments, we’ve been exploring our archives to revisit the smiles and laughter that define our story.
Watch our incredible team show you how to sign in BSL, Makaton and sing this popular festive saying! 🎅
Christmas can be a fun and magical experience, however some activities can be overwhelming - like a visit to Santa!
That's why we have put together our 5 top tips for making sure your Santa visit goes smoothly this year. Have you got any other tips? Let us know below

ALT A purple graphic with two tips, they read: "2. Familiarise your child with Santa before visiting by using photos, short videos or objects of reference. 3. Use a social story or a calendar system with your child so they can see all stages involved in the visit ahead of the day". There is also a orange illustration of a reindeer and a purple illustration of Santa at the bottom of the image.
A huge congratulations to Grace Marner for winning our Journalist of the Year award. 🎊
Grace Marner decided to pursue journalism after she was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in her first year of university.
Congratulations Grace!
Brilliant to join social care leaders today at #NCASC2025. Here’s our CEO, James, and expert by experience, Scott, talking about the workshop they led on - the importance of co-production. Thank you to everyone who came to support, we can't wait to carry on the conversation.
Today’s Budget offers little support for disabled people already facing a financial crisis.
For disabled people with complex needs many of whom have lower incomes, higher costs, and less support to fall back on, this Budget falls far short of what’s urgently needed. 1/3
Ahead of Wednesday’s Budget, we’re urging the Government to take practical steps that genuinely support disabled people with complex needs. From protecting young people’s financial security to fixing social care and SEND funding - change can’t wait.
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Today, Sense joined members of the Care Support Alliance @candsalliance at the Treasury to call on the Chancellor to urgently provide funding for social care in Wednesday's Budget.
What a fantastic day out. ☀️
Our Young Carers from the Loughborough group had an amazing time at the Seagrave Fun Day Fete! From bouncing about on the castle to meeting the animals in the mini petting zoo, there was no shortage of smiles.
As Geordie and Keith's story shows, life is more expensive for disabled people and their families. That's why we need a social tariff to make sure every disabled person can pay their energy bills. @GMB
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"It’s fantastic to celebrate Amy’s achievements. She has worked so hard in her coaching sessions, and her confidence and ambition have grown significantly. We’re sure she will be a very successful digital marketer!"
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Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or partner, the most meaningful presents are those that celebrate who they are. That's why we've put together six sensory gift ideas for disabled adults with complex needs.
Take a look: sense.org.uk/blog/six-sensor…
Waving like a queen, skiing like a pro!
Deborah loves taking on the slopes.
Edyta, her activity leader, said "She was so ready to go up the slope and could not wait to enjoy her ride down. She waves to the staff and signs "look I wave like Queen" before asking to go up again!"
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We've been having a fantastic time pumpkin picking this Autumn.
Each season offers us so many different and exciting ways to engage our senses in the outdoors. From the crunch of the leaves to the squelch of the mud there is something for everyone.
People call life a balancing act. We call that a Wednesday afternoon!
Xander had an afternoon full of trying out all the circus skills Tim had on offer. Plate spinning, diablo and of course his favourite - the pedal pushers!
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It’s easy to fall into the trap of buying the latest, most expensive toys for our children at Christmas, but the real magic? That comes from gifts that bring pure joy and meaningful moments.
That’s why we’ve created a special gift guide just for you: sense.org.uk/blog/our-christ…













