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Finding purpose at any age: Vimalathev Thyagarajah's career at Anchor
When Vimala first joined Anchor at Greenacres care home in Surrey, she quickly realised she’d found what she felt she’d been missing in her life.
Luke Dent talks about his experience of interning at Anchor and neurodiversity
I’m Luke and I’m a Trainee Assistant Accountant in the Income Team. I’m always learning whilst helping people both in my team and outside it.
Nothing happens without people coming together to influence change - Peter's message this Black History Month
Anchor resident Peter Ashan talks about what this year's theme for Black History Month - ‘Reclaiming Narratives’ - means to him.
Anchor resident Aderonke shares her thoughts on Black History Month
I’m chuffed Anchor acknowledges and celebrates Black History Month. Black History - as well as any other colour, religion, or ethnicity - is a daily celebration, not just an annual monthly affair.
Emily shares how our enABLE network teaches people how to advocate for themselves
My name is Emily and I’m the Resident Wellbeing Officer at Anchor. I am also a member of our enABLE Network for colleagues with disabilities, neurodivergence, and long-term health conditions.
Sharing experiences through reverse mentoring and colleague networks
Christina Taylor is a mother of three and an Estate Manager at Anchor. In her blog post she shares her experience of joining our reverse mentoring programme and co-chairing the Carers' Network.
Small ways our colleagues and residents are embracing sustainable living
Becky Waring is a Service Improvement Advisor at Anchor and is sharing the small changes she has made to her everyday life to live more sustainably.
The importance of Pride and allyship – Sam’s story
We’re sharing a blog from Sam Jones, a Location Manager at Anchor on the importance of Pride and allyship.
Supporting our colleagues with caring responsibilities - Anna's story
To coincide with Carers Week (10-16 June 2024), we’re sharing the experience of one of our colleagues with caring responsibilities outside of work.
Creating equitable access in the workplace
Data Analyst Tayyaba shares her experience of accessibility in the workplace and how we support colleagues with reasonable adjustments.
Supporting our trans and non-binary colleagues
Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Officer Henry talks about the importance of having guidance on supporting trans and non-binary colleagues and discusses the approach we have taken to getting ours right.
Introducing Anchor’s Residents’ Environmental Forum
Chair of Anchor’s Residents’ Environmental Forum, Heather Rowell, introduces the aims and aspirations of the newly formed group in her blog.
