About

For over ten years, I have worked alongside adults with learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge, supporting them to live independently and make choices that help them achieve the life they want.

I am passionate about promoting independence, building strong relationships, and ensuring every person I support has the opportunity to thrive and lead a fulfilling life.

"The most rewarding part of my role is seeing individuals grow in confidence, develop new skills, overcome challenges, and achieve things they never thought possible''

About

I moved to Cornwall in September 2025. I grew up in a small town in Suffolk. I began my health and social career in 2013.

I started working with adults with learning disabilities in a day centre and I loved helping people to grow and to achieve goals.
I moved on to working with adults with autism and challenging behaviour.

To make a change in people’s life is amazing. To know that the problems and challenges people face with the help and support of mentors really does make a huge difference to the individuals. Everybody has off days or bad days, but it does not
define individuals.

As the quote goes "every day may not be good but there's something good in everyday"

About

My work background for the last 27 years has been in the motor trade; not as a mechanic but accounts and reception at a local garage until, unfortunately, they closed their doors.

I loved this job as it combined my love of helping people, meeting new people and the admin side of running a garage. I worked with a good group of people who supported each other in our different roles so I am hoping to get the same enjoyment working with PISW.

As my husband has recently retired, this part time role is ideal as we will be able to spend more time together. A real bonus is that I only live five minutes away from the office!

I have a daughter, son-in-law and two grandsons who live close by so, most weekends are spent at one of the many beaches or in the woods making dens and getting muddy. My son lives and works in Liverpool so we try to make regular trips north to experience the lively places near him.

I look forward to working with all the team at Promoting Independence and hope that I can make a positive contribution to the company.

About

You can take the girl out of Cornwall but you can't take Cornwall out of the girl, so the saying goes - in my heart of hearts I know this is true.

For the past three years I have been living in a British overseas territory working with vulnerable individuals, helping them to achieve their potential. All the time I was away my thoughts always turned to home and I knew I wanted to come back to work in Cornwall. I didn't want to just do any job, I wanted a job with real purpose, one that worked with the vulnerable of our society and I could be someone that is reliable, constant and empathetic within their lives. Being a spoke in their wheel, a link in their chain.

Working for PISW is all those things and more, a company that genuinely believes in individuals without barriers or prejudice wanting the best for them and going that extra mile to make this possible.

As I have got older, I have come to realise that it is the simple things in life that are important; cooking my family a lovely Sunday roast dinner, walking on the beach, just being with friends and family makes me so happy and content. Living by my mother's mantra - "Sarah, always treat others as you wish to be treated yourself"

About

I bring a wealth of experience in supporting people through challenging and complex circumstances. My background includes managing children’s homes during times of crisis, working in supported living with people experiencing mental health difficulties, and supporting individuals in temporary housing who have faced homelessness.

In my role with Promoting Independence South West as a mentor, I use my experience to help clients build independence, confidence, and stability within the community.

What matters most to me is knowing I am making a positive difference in the lives of the people we support.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time on the river and going for walks with my wife and our two spaniels.

About

I have had a long, varied and very rewarding background of 12 years within the mental health system. I have worked with many clients with a large range of different diagnosis including clients with multiple conditions.

I relocated to Cornwall March 2025 from my previous job as a Senior mental health support worker in Gloucestershire where I was primarily managing residential supported accommodation houses in Cheltenham.

My main role here was to support and rehabilitate clients recently discharged from hospital or those who were struggling to manage in their own accommodation and empower them to live independently.

I feel privileged to be able to make a difference in someone’s life and I feel great reward with each step of progression or success. Although I know Rome was not built in a day, I also know what a difference a day makes.

My Favourite quote that I heard from a young age and still live to till this day is “Shoot for the moon even if you miss you will land among the stars”

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My entire working life has been centred around supporting vulnerable individuals to achieve their goals in a safe environment. I have worked in many different areas and have gained some invaluable experience and knowledge. My attitude to life is very positive, a real ‘the glass is half full’ kind of view. I do believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their potential and we all have our own talents.

I moved to Cornwall during Covid with my teenage daughter searching for a new beginning. The sound of the ocean, some of the best beaches in the world and surrounding myself with some amazing people makes this my best decision ever. I have 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren and so family is very important to me.

I have a real love of the sea and consider it my happy place. I enjoy walking (when its not raining) or watching a good series on tv.

About

I moved to Cornwall in 2022, having originally grown up in Yorkshire. I have a Psychology degree and several years of experience working in support roles, supporting people with a range of needs and life experiences.

My experience includes working with people who have experienced homelessness, domestic abuse and violence, brain injuries, as well as supporting individuals with learning difficulties, including children with SEN. These experiences have helped me develop a compassionate, empathetic and person-centred approach to my work.

I’m passionate about helping people build confidence, develop their independence and achieve their personal goals. I enjoy getting to know the people I work with, understanding their individual journeys and finding creative ways to support them.

I’m a strong advocate for personal independence, development and helping people feel valued, heard and supported.

Outside of work, I’m a huge animal lover and enjoy spending time with animals. My hobbies include gaming and exploring new places around Cornwall. I particularly enjoy discovering new places and experiences, and I feel very fortunate that my role also gives me the opportunity to explore more of Cornwall while supporting the people I work with.