News & Events
When “Presenting Well” Becomes a Risk
People with brain injuries can often present extremely well in assessments. Articulate, insightful, and capable. But what happens when that snapshot hides the real challenges they face in everyday life?
International Women’s Day
As a proudly female-run business, we know that today is important to celebrate the incredible women across our sector - and this is just a snippet of the inspiring, resilient and determined women who we have the pleasure of working with every day.
💛 Run. Support. Make a Difference. 💛
On May 17th, we’re coming together at Plymouth Hoe to take part in a 10K run or a Half Marathon — all in support of the Primrose Foundation. The race starts at 09:30, and it’s about so much more than the distance.
The Global Awards 2025
We are so excited to announce that our Registered Manager and Director, Chrissy, has been named as The Most Outstanding Exemplar of Innovation in Care in The World in 2025. 🏆
🏆 AWARD WINNERS!! 🏆
We are ecstatic to announce that for the second year running, we are the winners of the South West Care Awards - Care Team of the Year & Registered Manager of the Year!! 🤩
Young Leader of the Year Award!
We're incredibly proud to announce that our Business Development Manager, Casey, was named the Young Leader of the Year at the Social Care Top 30 Leadership Awards!! 🏆
Positive Risk Taking changes lives
Last week we had the pleasure of presenting to CQC, how Positive Risk Taking has changed our clients lives 🤩
Double Award Winners!
We are incredibly proud to announce that not only did we win one, but TWO awards at the South West Care Awards! Care Team of the Year and Chrissy as Registered Manager of the Year.
Swallowing Awareness Day
As part of Nutrition and Hydration Week, we celebrated National Swallowing Awareness Day to raise awareness of dysphagia.
Right to Rehab Campaign
The Right to Rehab campaign was launched by Plymouth nurse Kate Tantam to stop the ‘postcode lottery’ style rehabilitation currently offered across hospitals nationwide.
Steps Ahead's 15th Birthday!
This year, we’re celebrating 15 years of making a difference to the lives of those who have sustained life‑changing injuries. To commemorate being 15 years old, we’re reflecting on our achievements over the last year.
Feeding Time!
Check out this beautiful pond that one of the clients has in his garden! The support team help keep the pond safe and maintained, ensuring the plants and fish are thriving.
Bespoke Classroom Based Training
At Steps Ahead Care & Support we offer free bespoke classroom‑based training for all team members to enhance their skills.
Trip to the Zoo!
Oh we do love a trip to the zoo! A client and his support workers enjoyed a fantastic day out at Bristol Zoo in the sunshine.
Charity Rounders Match
Our charity rounders match is complete! We are pleased to say that we raised £165 for Headway.
2 Week Transitional Package
A few weeks ago we were asked to support with a two‑week transitional package for a quadriplegic client who was trialling living back at home.
Nook Takeover
One thing we love is bringing the outside in. We’re delighted to have partnered with Nook Houseplants in Plymouth, who have transformed our office into a lush space.