"Had it not been for a referral from a friend to Home Group I would not be where I am now"

This is a service for customers who need more complex support or who may take longer to achieve the goals they identify in their support plan.  Sam, who lives in Truro, has a learning disability, ADHD and dyspraxia. 

After joining us she volunteered her time with the engagement team completing Customer Promise Assessments and various involvement sessions. She chaired meetings at her regional viewpoint team and national meetings. In addition to volunteering at her local supported service she led sessions to support others with their well-being. 
Sam says: “When I came to Home Group I was at rock bottom. My conditions were getting on top of me, and I thought what’s the point. 

But my interaction with Home Group has changed my life. It really has. I was struggling before they stepped in to help.

As I did more volunteering with Home Group my confidence grew, to the point where I felt I could go for a job, which prior to that had not crossed my mind at all. 

At my first interview I wasn’t expecting much to be honest but a couple of days later I got a call telling me I had been successful.

I am now working as a Quality Service Director for Thera Trust, which specifically supports people with learning disabilities. 

Had it not been for a referral from a friend to Home Group I would not be where I am now – happy, confident and in a job I really enjoy. 

I can’t thank Home Group enough, and especially Louise from the engagement team for the support I’ve received that has got me to a place I never thought I would get to.