In September, as we focus on raising awareness for Alzheimer’s, we thought it was the perfect time to explore the benefits that reading can offer to those living with dementia. Dementia can be challenging, but there are many ways to enhance the quality of life of those living with dementia. Read more…
Where do you work for Aspire?Hi, my name is Emma and I work at Granville Respite Care, in Eccles. I recently started working for Aspire in June 2023, I have already met so many supportive and welcoming people. What do you do as part of your role?I am the Service Read more…
On Sunday 9th July, Richard Sinclair, an Aspire Support Worker, embarked on a charity bike ride, pedalling 53 miles. This bike ride marked Richard’s 11th participation in the Manchester to Blackpool charity bike ride, covering a 60-mile route. After months of training and dedication, Richard completed the ride in an Read more…
Salford based health and social care provider Aspire for Intelligent Care and Support has partnered with Manchester Metropolitan University to help transform and shape the future of social care by fast-forwarding Aspire into a new digital era. As part of UK Innovate Knowledge Transfer Partnership, the organisations will work together Read more…
Where do you work?I work at the Poppy Dementia Day Support and Poppy Dementia Suite. I started working with Aspire in January. The staff at Poppy have been very helpful and welcoming, which has made it very easy for me to settle into my role. What does an average day Read more…
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…
Staff at Brierley Community Hub were delighted to be offered a chance to take part in Sighted Guide Training, offered by Guide Dogs for the Blind. Sighted guide training teaches sighted people how to guide a person with sight loss with confidence, skill, and empathy. Packed with lots of useful Read more…