News

Oaklea Group appoints new CEO Jenna Hall has been appointed Chief Executive of the Oaklea Group in succession to Clive Wigley who is retiring after 27 years at the helm, taking up her appointment on 2nd December 2024. Jenna is currently Group CEO of three charitable organisations caring for the disabled in Northern Ireland, a…

Our Learning2Live project in Windermere has welcomed some brand new faces this Autumn – and what better way to get to know each other than to make the most of the fantastic scenery on their doorstep! Time to take a dip into something new! Our new Learners – Sally, Deshaun and E went with L2L…

Throughout the summer holidays we have been running #HAF2024 activities and trips for eligible young people (more here https://www.oakleatrust.co.uk/holiday-activities-fund/) Field to fork Appropriately as HAF is the Holiday Activity & Food Programme – we finished down on the farm! Lets meet some of the locals…. Some of our regular HAFFERS had a trip to Piper…

“To support and care for people and communities so they can learn, develop and thrive” The Oaklea Mission – even Liverpool fans! The Premier League season kicks off tonight – and some of those we support are already in the game! Is this seat taken? Harvey from South Lakes has a goal…(and so did some…

“Absolutely loved it – so good for self esteem and proves he can do things and gives him independence” Sheila Smith, mum of Billy Now departing from Platform Oaklea Short Breaks Getting traction -Back to the Future with Billy & Co! Sometimes it’s good to look back….to see where we’ve got to from where we…

“Oaklea feels like an extended family, where everyone works together to make a difference, helping individuals to reach their full potential” Maxine Denoual, Trustee As you will be aware, Oaklea as a charity is overseen by a Board of Trustees from across Cumbria, Northumberland and County Durham. Out & About with Maxine The Trustees perform…