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...
Meet Luke: Our New Rehab Manager
Luke Cook is one of the latest additions to our Askham family. He’s certainly had an interesting journey in the care industry so far, with experience in the British Army under his belt. Keep reading to find out more about Luke’s favourite part of his job, and...
Why young people should now be considering a career in social care
While the coronavirus pandemic has significantly impacted the social care sector for obvious reasons over the past 12 months, it has also opened the doors to new possibilities and opportunities. Young people, in particular, have an exciting opportunity to...