Steve, an Autism at Kingwood Support Worker

Steve has been a support worker with Autism at Kingwood for 13 years and we feel his level of commitment to the welfare of the people he has supported over his long career is inspirational. A recent example is, aware of how difficult this year has been for the people we support, Steve undertook a sponsored walk to fundraise for a safe and relaxed social event for the people we support to look forward to once the country opened up post pandemic. His initial fundraising target was £200, which he surpassed, raising an amazing £621!

This was Steve’s second fundraiser for Autism at Kingwood, having already completed Oxford Half marathon, and he is already planning his third fundraiser.

We asked the mother of a person Steve has been a long term support worker for to talk about his impact on her son’s welfare: “Steve has supported Arthur for 6 years. I cannot speak highly enough of him, he is an asset to Autism at Kingwood. He is always so reliable, kind and dedicated in his support of Art and so diligent to his every need. He is always smiling and has the most calm disposition, yet his strength of character shines through in supporting Art on every level. He is ever mindful of Arthur’s happiness and plans many outings within a structured routine. He also really cares about Arthur’s physical health and helps to keep him active with lots of interesting walks.  We feel so fortunate to have such a wonderful support worker and Arthur feels so safe and secure with Steve. He is truly worthy of recognition of his outstanding support.” Tracie – Arthurs mother.