#GivingTuesday at Askham Village Community
At Askham Village Community, we would like to show our appreciation for the amazing care workers who go above and beyond the call of duty each day. We’re proud members of The Care Workers’ Charity, an organisation that enhances the lives of care workers by...
Askham buries COVID-19 inspired time capsule to share its story to those 25 years from now
Our care and rehab community has buried a time capsule in its grounds that contains items and stories from the coronavirus pandemic – enabling people in 2046 to acknowledge and reflect on a challenging period for the social care sector. Askham Village...
Askham commits to National Living Wage for frontline care workers
Askham Village Community has committed to providing at least the National Living Wage for its frontline care workers, as it seeks to remould perceptions of the care industry – which is often portrayed as underpaid. Askham Village Community, a specialist...
A Guide for Dementia Caregivers: Tips for Dementia Care
At Askham Village Community, we understand the life-changing impacts of a dementia diagnosis, for both the individual and their family. Our dedicated staff are passionate about delivering person-centred, compassionate care to each and every one of our...
The benefits of using mediation to resolve disputes in social care
Conflict is a part of all our lives. Without conflict, there can be no progress. However, conflicts left unresolved or unacknowledged can also hinder progress. It’s important to be at peace and not only recognise a conflict or a disagreement, but to voice it and...
Askham Goes Green: We Built a Solar Field!
At our Cambridgeshire care community, as part of our sustainability goals, we’ve built a solar field. This will help relieve pressure from the National Grid, and allow us to be more self-sufficient when it comes to energy expenditure. Based in a field next to...
Celebrating International Nurses Day
At Askham Village Community, we’re always keen to show gratitude to our valued nurses for the amazing work they do, and the positive difference they make to the lives of others. 12th May marks International Nurses Day, and so, naturally, we’re taking the...
We’re Bidding an Emotional Farewell to Isaac and Nikki
At our care facility in Cambridgeshire, we’re waving an emotional goodbye to two of our long-standing members of staff. After providing an amazing 20 years of combined service, Isaac and Nikki Ajibade are set to retire from their roles, leaving behind the...
Are You Looking For a Career in Care? Hear From Our Very Own #YoungCarers
Are you a young person looking to start a career in care? If so, you’ve come to the right place. 16th March marks Young Carers Action Day - and at Askham Village Community, we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate our young carers and highlight how rewarding a...