At Minstead Trust, we’re dedicated to removing barriers for people with learning disabilities and autism.
We unlock opportunities for people to enrich their lives, encourage independence and foster well-being.
Our support enables people with learning disabilities to achieve greater independence and make informed choices for happier and healthier lives.
This can be through support to live more independently at home, making friends and learning new skills at day opportunities or receiving work training to move towards employment.
Together, we can create a society where people with learning disabilities like Daniel can thrive.
We strive to break down the barriers facing people with learning disabilities
Percent of people in the UK
have a learning disability
Percent of people with learning disabilities
known to local authority are not in work
Percent of people with a learning disability
die an avoidable death
Percent, or more, of disabled people
feel lonely
How we can support you
Lily&Lime
A training enterprise for people with learning disabilities.
Day opportunities
Safe, supported environments to learn new skills and make new friends
Supported living
Support in your own home to live a more independent life
Residential care
Our safe and scenic residential home in Minstead Lodge
Family carer representation
Have your voice heard in the BCP area
Community groups
Vital community lifelines for people with learning disabilities.
Our stories
Personal stories from the Minstead Trust community
Meet Dan, one of our dedicated apprentices at The View, one of our Lily & Lime cafés in Portsmouth. After a challenging time in college, he found himself unsure of what came next and left without the guidance he needed.
Joining The View café has been a turning point for Dan. Here, he shares how this experience has helped him develop new skills and build confidence.
Read more about Dan's story.
Reeling from the loss of a close family member, Doreen was feeling anxious and depressed.
Since working with our wellbeing lead Bea, and supported by her team in Poole, Doreen is feeling better every day.
Read more about how Doreen is learning how to enjoy her life despite hardship and loss.
'Now we are getting the support we need, and a lot of that is because of Sini, our Carers Advocate. Having an advocate who knows how things work is invaluable – without her support I’d really feel a lot more lost and alone!'
How you can support us
You support helps us to keep supporting people with learning disabilities.
Volunteer with us
Join our friendly team, meet new people and find a role that suits you.
Volunteer with us