New Directions Ltd

22/04/2026

Hate Crime Training
Paul McCann, Community Safety and Engagement Officer with Sefton Council delivered Hate Crime Training in March to members of our Shared Lives and South Hub's Drama Group - New Centre Stage.
Paul spoke about what Hate Crime is and how it affects individuals and those groups of people who can be targeted because of their race, religion, colour, gender, disability or diversity.
Some members of the group bravely shared their own personal stories.
As a result of this session a discussion developed on how New Centre Stage and people in Shared Lives can get involved in creating videos of real lived experiences to share with their peers as well as being actively involved in Hate Crime week in October.
Watch this space !!!!!!
Just to remind everyone Shared Lives is a third party reporting centre for anyone who feels they have been a victim of or have witnessed a hate crime.
Big thank you to New Centre Stage for letting us hold the session there and working with them 👏👏👏👏👏

21/04/2026

Shared Lives Group get together for an afternoon of collaboration
Members of Shared Lives had a lovely afternoon enjoying lunch out together, chatting with friends and looking at ideas and ways to make new people joining the service to feel happy and settled, with all the information they need to make their own decisions and choices.
Great ideas were generated through natural conversations, shared experiences and a commitment to improving the Shared Lives service and experience for others who will live in a Shared Lives family.

15/04/2026

Waterloo Park's Easter Bingo
What fun everyone had on 2 April at their Easter Bingo afternoon. The wonderful team and those who attend the service brought in gifts to raffle or contributed to pay for raffle prizes. Other members of New Directions came along to join in the fun and together raised £400. Attendees of Waterloo Park will be getting together soon to decide what they want to buy for their Centre.
Congratulations to everyone!

14/04/2026

James Dixon Court receives a beautiful gift
The team were privileged to care for a lovely lady, Margaret Armstrong who very sadly went into hospital recently and passed away. She is much missed by everyone.
Margaret's family sent the team the beautiful display with chocolates and a lovely card, which is so very much appreciated.
With many thanks from us all at James Dixon Court

02/04/2026

01/04/2026

Our award winning performing arts group, New Centre Stage promotes good mental health and positivity.
The group delivered an engaging workshop focused on mental health for the Ambassadors who attend the South Hub service. The workshop used creative activities and roleplay to encourage open conversation and reflection around mental health.
The workshop's aim is to break down barriers around talking about mental health by creating a safe and inclusive space for people to feel free to talk should they wish to. Most people felt comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences.

New Centre Stage will be performing their play 'Labels' during Mental Health week in May. Watch out for details of how you can book a ticket for the performance, which is not to be missed!

23/03/2026

Waterloo Park enjoys a day out in the sunshine!
Everyone at Waterloo Park took advantage of the lovely Spring weather last week and took a picnic down to Crosby Marina. They met a furry friend called Dolly and then visited the shops on South Road. What a lovely time everyone had!!

25/02/2026

NORTH HUB CELEBRATES CHINESE NEW YEAR!
Our North Hub, Living Well Day Centre for Adults in Southport celebrated Chinese New Year (year of the fire horse). Everyone had so much fun, playing loads of games and enjoyed an amazing Chinese meal.

19/02/2026

DOUBLE CELEBRATIONS AT CHASE HEYS!
There was huge excitement at our intermediate care service, Chase Heys in Southport this week!
Margaret Hankin, a lovely lady who used to work at Chase Heys celebrated her 80th Birthday. At the same time, our colleague and valued member of the team, Gwen Guthrie retired!
Residents and staff came together to celebrate the two momentous occasions.
The cakes were made by Carol, who is one of the wonderful cooks at Chase Heys, who is extremely talented. Thank you Carol
Happy 80th Birthday Margaret - hope you enjoyed your special day
Gwen - wishing you a happy and healthy retirement
Best wishes to you both from all at New Directions ###

16/02/2026

Waterloo Park, our fantastic day centre for older adults in Waterloo celebrated Valentine's with lots of special activities throughout the week.
Everyone made cards and friendship boxes in craft sessions and tasty cupcakes in cookery. Our lovely Betty won our Valentines raffle !!!

05/02/2026

Dementia sadly affects so many people, cruelly taking away a person's life as they know it, which also has a devastating affect on families.
Brookdale, our specialist dementia day service in Ainsdale can make all the difference in the world to those living with dementia and their families.
Having supported members of the community for almost 40 years, you can rely on Brookdale and the wonderful team there to ensure your loved one has the most fulfilling and enjoyable life, whilst supporting their good health and wellbeing.
If you would like to know more about Brookdale, then please contact the manager, Salwa Moustafa, who would be more than happy to talk with you - tel: 01704 571026 or email: salwa.moustafa@ndirections.org

06/01/2026

JAMES DIXON COURT ACHIEVES A 'GOOD' CQC RATING
We are beyond proud to tell you, James Dixon Court our 30 bed residential and intermediate care home in Netherton secured a well-deserved 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission just before Christmas!
Residents and families told CQC how kind and caring the staff team are, who make it an enjoyable place to live!
Well done to all the team 🎉👏🎊