Hi, I’m Sam! I am excited to share that I have been recently promoted to Team Leader at Poppy Dementia Day Support, in Swinton and I wanted to tell you a little bit about my journey in case you are thinking of taking a similar step. I have worked as Read more…
Have you recently been diagnosed with Dementia and are looking for some advice? A timely diagnosis can help a person living with dementia to live well and for longer. A greater understanding and awareness of dementia can allow for adjustments to be made, which will help you to manage and, Read more…
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? There may come a time when a person living with dementia is unable to make decisions about their care and finances. A ‘Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)’ is the process that appoints someone else to make decisions on their behalf, in their best interests. Read more…
Meet Annmarie Grimshaw, a support worker in Supported Living and one of our dedicated first aid trainers. Ann began her journey in the social care sector in 1984 at just eighteen years old. “I started working as a nursing assistant in supported living, though it was called something different then. Read more…
April is all about celebrating social care, so we’re highlighting the incredible work of our teams. Over the next few weeks, we will spotlight some of our amazing colleagues. Meet Leanne, team leader at St George’s Community Hub. Her journey from support worker to team leader and even a first Read more…
Looking for some fun and inclusive activities in Salford? Look no further! St George’s Community Hub in Pendleton has got you covered with a variety of groups suitable for people with learning disabilities. Whether you’re into Zumba, drama or baking, there’s something here for everyone. Boxing:Ever wanted to step into Read more…
The pathway to getting a dementia diagnosis and support can slightly differ depending on when you, or your loved one, first seek help. Although it can be a daunting step, it is vital to ask for help as soon as possible, to ensure you get the right support and guidance Read more…
This week’s blog is a personal account from an autistic person’s view. Laura, an employee of Aspire, shares some of her journey about her diagnosis, the challenges, and barriers she has faced and the dreams and aspirations she has for the future. I would personally like to thank Laura for Read more…
A wonderful colleague at Aspire has shared with us a personal poem, which reflects on the authors own lived experience of Autism. As this week is #AutismAcceptanceWeek we thought this would be a very apt time to share this, to highlight challenges that still need to be overcome and the Read more…
The Salford Learning Disabilities Team have created a simple guide explaining what autism is. This easy read booklet was made in response to requests from people with learning disabilities who wanted to learn more about autism. We’re pleased to share that the people we support at Aspire, along with our Read more…