Catalyst Care Group, 2510 Aztec West, Bristol (2026)

06/02/2026

Imagine being in distress - and the place meant to protect you becomes the place you feel most afraid.

For many people in care settings, physical restraint doesn’t feel like safety.

UK data and lived experiences show that physical restraint can lead to long-lasting psychological harm - including PTSD - particularly for children, autistic people, and those detained under the Mental Health Act.

When care removes control, choice, and dignity, the impact doesn’t end when the restraint does.

In our latest blog, we look beyond policy and into the human reality:

• The emotional and psychological effects of restraint
• Why distress often starts before physical contact
• How restrictive practices can damage trust and recovery
• And what safer, proactive alternatives look like in practice

Care should support people to heal from trauma, not create it.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://catalystgrp.co.uk/blog/physical-restraints-and-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/

02/02/2026

Being part of the community often matters more than we think - especially when people have someone to talk to.

For Karen, regular conversation and feeling included have made a real difference.

By talking things through, playful bantering and feeling supported, she’s become more comfortable spending time out in the community, engaging more openly with people in places she enjoys - from social spaces to physiotherapy settings.

Sometimes, progress starts with simply being heard.

▶️ Read Karen’s story here - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/case-study/living-beyond-diagnosis-complex-physical-care-in-the-community/
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02/02/2026

Being part of the community often matters more than we think - especially when people have someone to talk to.

For Karen, regular conversation and feeling included have made a real difference.

By talking things through, playful bantering and feeling supported, she’s become more comfortable spending time out in the community, engaging more openly with people in places she enjoys - from social spaces to physiotherapy settings.

Sometimes, progress starts with simply being heard.

▶️ Read Karen’s story here - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/case-study/living-beyond-diagnosis-complex-physical-care-in-the-community/

30/01/2026

For the first time, we’ve brought together feedback from families, clinicians, and care professionals across all our services — in one report.

The Outcomes Report 2025 reflects on what we’re doing well, where we need to improve, and how closely our care aligns with the real needs of the people we support. Hearing directly from families and clinicians allows us to learn, adapt, and strengthen the support we provide to those who rely on it.

This report isn’t just a set of numbers. It’s a shared reflection — highlighting how collaboration, consistency, and thoughtful listening can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

We hope it offers insight into how the right care, at the right time, can have a lasting and life-changing impact.

📖 Read the full report and see how we’re learning, improving, and keeping people at the heart of everything we do. - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/2025-annual-outcomes-report/

14/01/2026

Often, it’s the small things in life that bring the greatest joy. 🌿

Our PBS Practitioner and Multimedia Specialist, Benjamin Andrew, unlocks the benefits of the PERMAh model of care, sharing what really matters to someone’s well-being.

Ben shares that positive emotions can come from something simple -watching a favourite TV show, colouring, or spending time with family.

Engagement might be as small as making a packed lunch together or having a real conversation, and relationships are about meaningful connections that grow over time.

Achievement can be anything from learning a new skill to completing a task independently.

And health - both physical and mental - needs attention every day.

It’s all about noticing what matters to the person and helping them live a life full of moments that bring meaning and joy.

Read more about the PERMAH model and how supporting people using this approach can positively impact wellbeing and happiness. - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/blog/supporting-people-with-perma-model-of-wellbeing/

09/01/2026

Living with complex physical needs can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when physical limitations begin to define identity. But this is not the life Karen chose to live. Instead, she chose a life surrounded by friends, having plans, and feeling comfortable in her own routine.

In this documentary, Karen’s endless positivity and warm smile shine through, showing what can be possible with the right support around you. Alongside the Nurseline Community Services team in Gloucester, support is shaped to fit Karen’s life, her choices, and what matters most to her.

It’s a simple, honest example of what person-centred support can look like in practice.

Read more: https://nurselinecs.co.uk/impact-story/living-beyond-diagnosis-complex-physical-care-in-the-community/

16/12/2025

The things that normally bring comfort and predictability aren’t always there in the same way at this time of year.

Plans can change. Support may feel less familiar. And for some people, that loss of certainty can slowly build into something harder to manage without help.

What makes the difference is knowing there’s still someone to turn to.

Clear communication. Early check-ins. And support that can step in before situations become overwhelming.

If extra help is needed, our Rapid Response Teams are available 24/7 throughout the holiday period, supporting crisis stabilisation and urgent hospital discharges - with support reaching you within two hours.

Because even during the holidays, no one should feel without support they can rely on.

Get in touch here - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/referrals-and-assessments/

12/12/2025

If you work in care, support someone, or make decisions about services - this will feel familiar.

Too little time. Too little space. Too much pressure.

The same message came through again and again.

We asked care professionals, commissioners and families to share what they’re living with - and they spoke openly about their experiences, in their own words.

Read the 2025 White Paper Publication to understand what people across the system are carrying - and why it matters. - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/white-paper-publication/

12/12/2025

Jumper Day may be a light-hearted tradition, but for us it carries something deeper too: care begins with people feeling seen, valued, and connected.

When we share joy together, it strengthens the compassion we bring into our work - especially for those who rely on us for stability and support.

Thank you to everyone who brought warmth and colour into the day. 🎄💛

05/12/2025

We often think of the holidays as the most magical time of the year.
But for many autistic people, people with learning disabilities and/or mental health challenges, that same “magic” can feel overwhelming.

Brighter lights. Busy shops. Noise. Last-minute changes.

The things most of us enjoy can trigger distress when someone relies on routine, predictability, and steady support.

And when those anchors shift, small moments can escalate quickly - into crisis, placement breakdown, or an avoidable hospital admission.

That’s why the holidays are a critical period for the people we support.
If something feels unstable or a situation starts to change, don’t wait.

Our specialist teams are available 24/7 for rapid crisis support and safe community-based solutions.

Because the holidays should be a time of connection - not crisis.

Get in touch and we'll respond ASAP - https://catalystgrp.co.uk/referrals-and-assessments/

03/12/2025

When we started to support Vladan he was quiet, overwhelmed, and communicating very little.

But even in those early days, you could feel the spark - the part of him that wanted to connect, learn, and be understood.

With gentle structure, specialist support, and a team who took the time to notice what made him feel safe and valued, Vladan began to show more of who he truly is.

And the progress has been incredible:
✨ Communication blossoming - from nonspeaking to making requests and using PECS
✨ Calmer regulation and predictable routines
✨ Learning new skills like recognising colours, animals, and body parts
✨ Preparing simple meals with support
✨ Building friendships and joining in with his local community
✨ Writing his own name - a moment that meant so much to everyone around him

In just 18 months, his world has gone from limited and overwhelming to open, engaging, and full of small wins that mean everything.

This is why outcomes matter - because every milestone is a sign that a child feels safer, more confident, and more themselves.
👉 Take a look at Vladan's journey and celebrate his progress with us. https://catalystgrp.co.uk/case-study/vladans-care-journey-life-changing-outcomes-based-on-person-centric-practices/

02/12/2025

There are two very different realities in care.
In one, restrictive practices shrink a person’s world - routines break, trust fades, and even the smallest moments feel out of reach.

In the other, restriction is replaced with understanding.
Prevention replaces escalation.
And support becomes something that opens a person’s life instead of containing it.

That’s the difference a consistent, PROACT-SCIPr-UK® approach makes -
moving someone from a life of limits to a life with possibilities.

And we saw that difference in the clearest way: after almost 30 years away from community life, the person we supported finally began stepping outside again - not through force or pressure, but through safety, predictability, and support that honoured her autonomy.

A 70% reduction in incidents made space for something greater: a life regained.

When restrictive practices reduce safely and consistently, something shifts at the core: routines rebuild, relationships strengthen, and everyday life becomes reachable again.

Because with the right framework and the right people beside you,
choice returns, confidence grows, and freedom becomes possible again.

Read more about this therapeutic approach that puts people first: https://catalystgrp.co.uk/proact-scipr/

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