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…
Aspire and RHS Garden Bridgewater mark Dementia Action Week with a ‘Forget Me Not’ celebration Swinton-based Aspire Care and Support, are partnering with RHS Gardens Bridgewater to host a ‘Forget Me Not’ dementia memorial event, to mark Dementia Action Week, on Tuesday 14th May. Starting at 11.30 am, guests are 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…
Around 700,000 people in the uk are believed to be autistic, but studies show that figure can be much higher. At Aspire, we provide Autism support across Salford, including autism-accredited day support, supported living and respite care. Our Autism Lead, Sharon Marsden, is here to answer some of your questions, Read more…
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a worrying and frightful time, not just for the person diagnosed but for their family too. It can raise many questions, some of which we hope we can answer through our blog, written by our Dementia Lead, Chris Sewards. Is Dementia Hereditary? One of Read more…
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we are excited to share the inspiring story of Gladys, a lady we support at Poppy Dementia Day Support. At 100 years young, Gladys brightens our days with her infectious smile and kind heart. Born on 1st March 1924, Gladys journey is full Read more…