Stories

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Choice and control

Community micro-enterprise: a case for investment

How community micro-enterprise development in Rhondda Cynon Taf has improved lives, saved money and delivered better services.

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A Good Life

Reimagining social care

The story of Mavis and Meena – a reframing of social care.

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Choice and control

Better lives for older people through direct payments

A story of a community micro-enterprise that is supporting older people to have better lives through direct payments.

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Your life, your way: using direct payments creatively

The story of how direct payments have been used creatively in Hertfordshire.

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Small beginnings to blooming brilliant

A celebration of the difference Pulp Friction has made to people’s lives and the wider community.

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Taking the plunge into the world of community micro-enterprise

Kristal shares the story of the support she received from a local Catalyst to set up her own community micro-enterprise.

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Choice and control

Why set up a community micro-enterprise?

Dawn talks about why she decided to work on a self-employed basis offering care and support to older and disabled people in her local community.

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Prevention

Helping people connect by building bridges between communities

Local Social is a community interest company that is building on the strengths of people and communities.

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How small can be more personal

A community micro-enterprise that provides personal and flexible social activities and work-training options for adults with learning disabilities.

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Alan’s story: journey to a better life

Alan’s life was changed by the support of a community micro-enterprise. We hear more about his journey.

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Friendly Befriending

Gary was supported by Catalyst, Launa, to set up his own small befriending business.

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