Dereham Day Services Center Celebrates New “Social Enterprise” Model

Independence Matters, the largest council-owned community interest and day services company, celebrates the success of its new social enterprise model that boost its care and support services to more than 1,450 people across Norfolk.

To celebrate its success, a special event was held that includes a judging of a “bake-off” competition, a performance by the hub’s drama group, and an appearance by the venture’s new patron, wheelchair athlete Will Smith, a native Dereham resident. The organization now operates 22 centers around the county, supporting adults with dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health problems.

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