On Monday 19th June, we opened the doors to our new Brierley Café. Brierley Cafe is a friendly community space for people of Walkden and Little Hulton, to meet and enjoy a delicious, affordable meals, cakes and snacks. Located on Longshaw Drive, with many bus routes nearby and within walking Read more…
Where do you work for Aspire? I am the new Interim Service Development Director at Aspire, my office is situated in the Humphrey Booth Resource Hub, next to the finance offices. I only started working here on the 5th June and these first three weeks have been a whirlwind. I Read more…
Visiting the dentist is very important to maintain good oral hygiene, however going to the dentist isn’t always a positive experience, particularly if you have a learning disability or Autism. If you are an adult with a learning disability or autism, you may find going to the dentist stressful and Read more…
Hi, I am Philip. Some people think that people with learning disabilities can’t become actors or performers. Well, I have busted that myth! Before attending the loud and proud theatre group, I was quite shy and lacked in confidence however since attending the weekly group, I have made lots of Read more…
Where do you work for Aspire?I work as part of the Supported Living Management team, as an Assistant Manager and manage two supported living tenancies. We support people to live independently, as a tenant in their own right, with as little or as much support they need in a safe, Read more…
Have you or someone you know recently retired? Are you spending your days at home alone? Are you looking for a new purpose and routine? For many adults, retiring is an exciting time, with long relaxing days ahead, and a chance to replace early mornings and late meetings, with lie-ins Read more…