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and support individuals to lead their lives to the fullest and in the way they want
Welcome to our news page!
Click on the links below to read real life stories about individuals who are supported by Paragon. Here you will find inspirational stories about people who are living their lives to the fullest:
Latest Story
Active Support
Barbara has physical and learning disabilities and after moving out of residential care in 2006 is now living in a shared supported living tenancy
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Fun Day Success
Individuals supported by Paragon gave something back to their community in October by hosting a ‘fun day’ at their apartment project in Colne.
A New Start
Meet Louise Riley who after moving out of residential college is now supported to live independently in her own flat.
Turning his life around
Meet Paul Sherrington who is turning his life around by taking control in the way his support is directed.
Leading a Fuller Life
Going on holiday and choosing how to spend your free time is essential for independent living.
Art Attack!
Individuals from across the North West have been busy with their paintbrushes taking part in a special art competition…
Path to Independence
For a young person with learning difficulties the big step from childhood to independent life can be a very challenging time
Taking Control
Meet Clare Cowell who from being an active member of her housing tenants’ forum to writing her own support plan is taking control of her life.
Shaping Services
Individuals from across Blackburn and Darwen got together in July to take part in a unique event that will help shape the future of their support.
Annual Survey Results
Paragon’s survey results are in and we are delighted with the positive responses from the people we support.
Story Of Success
Since moving into her own home last June Leona Purtill has lost an amazing five stone. For Leona this achievement is even more special as she has Prader-willi syndrome.
Top Marks
Paragon has been awarded top marks in Lancashire County Council’s preferred provider scheme audit for continued high standards of support.
Looking to the future
David Robinson’s positive attitude and busy lifestyle is an inspiration to us all. Here David tells us, in his own words, why he is living his life to the fullest.
My New Journey
Pauline Wood has recently moved into her own tenancy in Burscough. Here the family tell us why they are delighted with Pauline’s positive move out of residential care.