Do you want to surprise someone special with a simple meaningful treat? Jodie has got you covered with a festive Christmas cupcake recipe for you to bake. Jodie, our Volunteer Catering Trainee at St George’s Community Hub says “I love baking for other people, especially at Christmas time. Everyone loves Read more…
We bring you a festive Christmas Quiz. If you’re looking to add a little fun to your festive get-together with family, friends or colleagues then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got a fun festive Quiz for everyone to enjoy. Click the link Christmas Quiz to download our awesome Read more…
Keeping Well this Winter. Winter can be a tough season. The temperature drops, there is a lack of sunlight, we can feel isolated if we don’t get out as much, and we can be more vulnerable to infection due to the cold weather. It’s important that we all try to Read more…
Choosing a Christmas present for someone with Autism or complex needs doesn’t need to be difficult. There are lots of autism friendly gifts out there, but our top tip would be to speak to the person you are buying for, or their carer, to find out what they like or Read more…
Struggling to get to sleep, or being able to stay asleep, can affect many people throughout their lives. There can be lots of reasons for this including stress or worry, over stimulation, busy environments, health issues or simply our age. In this blog we’ll give you some top tips on Read more…
Are you planning a holiday with an autistic adult? It is always exciting when planning a holiday, but there are certain things you might want to consider when travelling with someone Autistic. Our Autism Development Worker, Sharon Marsden, has some top tips to help you prepare for your holiday, and Read more…
This week is ‘Love Parks’ week. Love parks week gives people the chance to share their favourite green spaces and parks. Whether you enjoy picnicking in the park, going for a leisurely stroll, walking your dog, doing exercises in the park, or using a playground, our parks allow us to Read more…
Salford Care Workers Attend Reception With Prime Minister Four dedicated care workers from Salford recently attended a special reception with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Minister of State for Care at the Department of Health and Social Care, Gillian Keegan. Charles Wallwork, Wendy Kirkwood, Jan Hayes, and Sharon Masters were Read more…
by Lesley Rowcroft What is storytelling for people with learning disabilities? Storytelling is one of the oldest art forms in the world. Storytelling, both fictional and personal, can help to develop social relationships and build active participation in the community. It is something that can be accessible to everyone. Storytelling Read more…
Have you ever wondered why some people are better communicators, they seem to connect with some people better than others do? We all connect differently, in a variety, of ways for different reasons. Communication skills are integral to developing (and keeping) friendships. Expressing how you feel, your preferences, or just to say in a Read more…