Amara Care

02/06/2026

Let’s all stop & think about this for one moment The narrative matters

02/06/2026

Today’s Supreme Court decision to overturn the Cheshire West judgment represents a major change in the legal framework used to protect people who may be deprived of their liberty. For more than ten years, Cheshire West has been a cornerstone safeguard in ensuring these protections are recognised and applied.

Suzi Henderson, CEO of Cloverleaf Advocacy, said: "We are deeply concerned by today’s Supreme Court judgment overruling Cheshire West.

For more than a decade, Cheshire West has been a vital safeguard in helping identify when a person is being deprived of their liberty and ensuring that legal protections are triggered.

Today’s judgement marks a major shift away from that approach. We are extremely concerned by what we see as a serious regression in the safeguarding and upholding of basic human rights for people who are most at risk from systemic abuse, closed cultures, and restrictions on their lives.

We are particularly worried about the practical impact this may have on people with disabilities, autistic people, people with learning disabilities, people with dementia, people with mental ill health, and others who may be living with significant restrictions but who are currently able to challenge those arrangements through formal routes and safeguards.

Independent scrutiny, advocacy, and accessible routes to challenge restrictions are not optional extras. They are essential protections. History has shown that where oversight is weakened, the risk of abuse, neglect, and harmful closed cultures increases.

We are calling for urgent national clarity about the implications of this judgement and for strong, rights-based safeguards to remain in place. Any future guidance or legal reform must protect people’s liberty, dignity, voice, and right to challenge restrictive arrangements.”

Cloverleaf Advocacy will continue to stand alongside people whose rights are at risk and will work with partners across health, social care, and the advocacy sector to press for clarity, accountability, and stronger protections.

Read the statement in full here: https://cloverleaf-advocacy.co.uk/cloverleaf-advocacys-response-to-the-overruling-of-cheshire-west/

01/06/2026

🎉🎟️ COMPETITION TIME! 🎟️🎉

Want to WIN a FAMILY TICKET to this year’s Messingham Show? 👀🐴🎡🍔🎶

We’ve got an incredible day planned including:
🎶 Live music
🐶 Fun Dog Show
🎠 Fairground rides
🚒 Emergency services displays
🎭 Children’s entertainment
🍕 Amazing food traders
🐎 Horse events
🎪 Community activities and so much more!

To be in with a chance of winning, simply:
❤️ Like the Messingham Show page
👍 Like this post
👨‍👩‍👧 Comment who you’d bring with you
📲 Share this post with your friends and family

A huge thank you to our main sponsor West Building Supplies for supporting this year’s show and helping us create a fantastic day for the community 👏

This competition will be drawn on Friday 5th June at 12pm.

Good luck everyone! 🍀

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

When attending an event recently, this was shared from Anglian Water - Love Every Drop and may be of benefit to those who need some extra support.

31/05/2026

📣 Time4Action Learning Disabilities Self-Advocacy Group – 2026 Dates
Join friendly, supportive self-advocacy groups in Scunthorpe.
New members always welcome.
📍 Ashby Community Hub, DN16 2UT (10:30am–12pm)
• 9 June
• 11 August
• 22 September
• 10 November

Creative Support Learning Disabilities Self-Advocacy Group
📍 Park Square, Laneham Street, DN15 6JH (10am–11:30am)
• 21 July
• 1 September
• 13 October
• 24 November
• 5 January

📩 For more info or to join, contact Leanne Everington
📧 [email protected] | 📞 07719 998745

31/05/2026

Myself and Kelly will be available on the day if you would like to pop along. Looking forward to it.

Thank you for buying tickets for the 119th Messingham Show. You will receive an email with your QR code specific to your ticket order. You…

31/05/2026

As the holiday season arrives, please take note how to access health care if needed.

Away from home and need medical help? The NHS is still here for you.

If you’re staying somewhere temporarily — whether on holiday, visiting family, or travelling for work — you can still access NHS services when you need them.

✅ For urgent medical advice, use NHS 111 online or call 111
✅ Contact a local GP practice if you need treatment while away
✅ In an emergency, always call 999 or visit A&E

Remember to order repeat prescriptions before you travel and keep any important medication with you.

31/05/2026

⏳ Three weeks to go!

The countdown is on to the Armed Forces Day Festival at Normanby Hall Country Park.

On Saturday 20 June, we'll come together for a day of remembrance, recognition and celebration, honouring our Armed Forces community while enjoying military displays, live entertainment, living history experiences and activities for all ages.

📅 Saturday 20 June 2026
📍 Normanby Hall Country Park
🎟 Free entry and parking