Rise Brighton & Hove, Littlehampton & Worthing

14/08/2026

Activity programmes in care settings

Modern care environments are under increasing pressure to demonstrate meaningful resident engagement and person-centred care.

Innovative activity programmes like us at Rise Life and our seated sports help providers:

Enhance resident wellbeing
Improve social engagement
Support physical health initiatives
Differentiate their services
Create positive family feedback
Deliver memorable experiences

Rise Life’s award-winning seated sports programmes are now becoming recognised as a valuable addition to activity schedules across the UK! Book us in for a taster session if we aren't working with you currently.



National Activity Providers Association Care Roadshows

12/08/2026

The Growing Importance of Inclusive Physical Activity

Many older adults or individuals with mobility challenges are excluded from traditional sports and fitness programmes. Yet movement remains critically important for maintaining health, confidence and independence.
Seated sports provide accessible, adaptable physical activity that allows participants to remain active regardless of mobility level.

Activities can include seated football, netball, cricket-inspired games, target challenges and team competitions, all designed to encourage movement in a safe and supportive environment.

The benefits of regular seated exercise include:
Improved circulation
Increased mobility and flexibility
Better coordination
Reduced stiffness and joint discomfort
Enhanced cardiovascular health
Increased energy levels

Importantly, seated sports remove the intimidation factor often associated with fitness activities. Participants can engage at their own pace while still experiencing the excitement and camaraderie of sport.

10/08/2026

🏃 Europe's best athletes are heading to Birmingham!
The European Athletics Championships are taking place this week, showcasing incredible talent, determination and sportsmanship.
Whether it's sprinting, jumping or throwing, every athlete has worked tirelessly to reach this stage.
If you would like an international athletics style Rise session at your setting, please get in touch!
Who will you be cheering on?

06/08/2026

Nominations are now open for the NAPA Activity Partner Award, which recognises outstanding external providers delivering high-quality activity services.

If you've enjoyed working with Rise Life and feel we've made a positive impact, we'd be incredibly grateful if you would consider nominating us. We would absolutely love to be in the running for an award this year, and your support would mean a great deal to the team.

You can enter for free here – it shouldn’t take more than 15 minutes to submit an entry. We would be incredibly grateful if you would consider nominating us!
https://napa-activities.org.uk/nominate/

Thank you so much for your continued partnership and support.

Get Involved / Awards / Nominate Nominate for the 2027 National Activity Awards. Nominations close 31st August. Finalists invited to interview - September. Awards ceremony 22nd January Before you start Five minutes. One person whose work deserves it. You can nominate yourself, a colleague, your team...

06/08/2026

Grants of up to £5,000 Available for Small Charities Supporting Vulnerable People (UK)

Funding is available to small UK charities supporting vulnerable people facing hardship, distress, illness, or poverty.

The Wise Music Foundation offers grants of £500-£5,000, with an average award of £1,500.

Priority is given to projects that help:

- children
- the homeless
- the elderly
- people with disabilities

The Foundation also supports a wider range of causes, including education, cultural activities, arts and heritage, health and disability support, overseas famine relief, food banks, and other charitable initiatives.

Charities with an annual turnover of up to £500,000 are eligible to apply.

Trustees meet quarterly to consider applications, and the next closing date is 31 August 2026.

More information can be found via the link in the comments below 👇

06/08/2026

🤝 Meet the exhibitors joining us at the National Activity Conference 2027!

We're delighted to welcome an incredible line-up of organisations who will be exhibiting at this year's conference, showcasing innovative products, services and ideas to support meaningful engagement and wellbeing across care and support services.

From dementia support and inclusive technology to music, movement, outdoor experiences, communication, horticulture and creative engagement, our exhibitors are passionate about helping you enhance the lives of the individuals you support.

Take the opportunity to:
🌿 Discover new products and resources
🤝 Meet the experts behind innovative ideas
💡 Gather practical inspiration to take back to your service
💬 Network with organisations making a real difference across the sector

A huge thank you to our confirmed exhibitors:
Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS), Dementia Community Musical Moments , LIFT Music, Social-Ability , Step Change Design Ltd. , Freddie's Flowers 's, Famileo, OM Interactive , Percussion Play , Rise Littlehampton & Worthing , Symphony Sound , Dementia Adventure, Sweet Silent Disco and Drums4Health

More exhibitors to be announced soon!

Join us on Friday 22 January 2027 at Hunton Park, Kings Langley for a conference inspired by The Great Outdoors.

We can't wait to welcome you!

Book your place today: https://buytickets.at/nationalactivityprovidersassociationnapa/2159028

06/08/2026

A great summer of sport with an example of activties we've run - seated football (world cup), seated tennis (wimbeldon) and seated cricket (test matches). Thanks to all at the Somerset Centre for the fun.

05/08/2026

🏅 Sport has the power to bring people together.
Whether you're cheering from the sidelines, playing with friends, volunteering at your local club or trying a new activity, sport helps build confidence, friendships and stronger communities.
Whatever your ability, there's a place for everyone to get involved and enjoy being active. We love having residents, staff and family members involved in our sessions!
What's your favourite Rise sport to watch or play?

04/08/2026

04/08/2026

The Big Conversation on Care

The Prime Minister has asked Baroness Casey to lead an independent review of adult social care and recommend what needs to change. As part of this, they want to hear from people across the country.
Whether you use care services, care for someone, work in adult social care, provide services, or simply have views about what the future of adult social care should look like, your voice matters.
Your experiences, whether positive, challenging, current or from the past, can help shape recommendations that will inform the future of adult social care.
Together, we can help build a system that is fairer, more sustainable, and delivers the care and support people deserve.
Take part in the Big Conversation and share your views here: https://caseycommission.co.uk/bigconversation/take-part/

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