PERTHYN Information

Perthyn is the Welsh word for “belonging”. Perthyn’s primary activity is providing support to people with learning disabilities, autism and complex health and emotional support requirements, to enable them to fulfil their maximum individual potential and live full and valued lives in their communities. We are a registered charity and company limited by guarantee which is essentially funded by the Local Authorities and Health Boards of the areas within which we operate. Perthyn was formed in 1995 and is a ‘not for profit’ charity based upon principles of delivering high quality person-centred care and support, and has consistently grown to become one of the largest and most highly-regarded charities in Wales. Perthyn has an annual turnover in excess of £20 million, employs over 550 staff, and provides support to people across Wales and England. Perthyn currently works in: Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Swansea, Shropshire and Nottinghamshire.