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…
In 2023, looking after our mental health is as important as looking after our physical health. A mental health first aider in the workplace is very important, they can play a key part in supporting colleagues and create an environment where mental health can be openly recognised and spoken about. Read more…
Julie shares her experience of depression and how visiting Humphrey Booth Resource Centre has helped her mental health. Hi, I am Julie. I have lived with depression since childhood and at certain times in my life, I have felt it take over me. Over the years, I have learnt healthy Read more…
This month is Stress Awareness Month. We thought it would be the perfect time to ask our colleagues at Brierley Community Hub and Café in Little Hulton, what their stress relief and self-care tips are. At certain times in life, you may feel more stressed than others. It is important Read more…
This month is National Pet Month and we thought it was the perfect time to share why having an animal in your life, is a blessing! Whilst most people know that pets are great companions, there are other benefits that pets can provide to people living with disabilities or Autism. Read more…