Askham Rehab

19/06/2026

This week is Learning Disability Week 🤎

No two people are the same, which is why support, rehabilitation and opportunities should never be one-size-fits-all.

Every individual has their own strengths, interests, goals and aspirations. Whether that's developing new skills, building confidence, increasing independence or taking part in meaningful activities, progress looks different for everyone.

This Learning Disability Week, we're celebrating individuality, choice and the importance of creating environments where people feel valued, heard and empowered to achieve what matters to them.

17/06/2026

Progress is continuing in the Askham Court garden and it's wonderful to see the results of all the hard work being put in by our residents 🌱

We're beginning to spot the first baby tomatoes, our pumpkins are starting to grow, and the marrows are now in full bloom. The sweetcorn is also making excellent progress, while our Brussels sprouts continue to grow taller each week.

From planting and watering to caring for the crops as they develop, gardening provides a meaningful opportunity to build routine, encourage participation and enjoy the satisfaction of watching something flourish over time.

We can't wait to see what the next few weeks bring! 🌿

15/06/2026

Recovery following lower limb trauma often requires more than physical healing alone.

Developed in collaboration with Beth Cordrey Occupational Therapy and Proactive Prosthetic and Orthotic Care, our Lower Limb Trauma Pathway provides specialist rehabilitation for individuals with complex orthopaedic and neurological needs.

Combining clinical expertise, advanced rehabilitation technology and personalised goal-setting, the pathway supports individuals to maximise recovery, regain independence and work towards meaningful outcomes.

To find out more about our Lower Limb Trauma Pathway, please contact us on 01354 740269 or email [email protected]

12/06/2026

We're pleased to have been featured in this year's Brain & Spinal Injury Handbook.

In the article, our Clinical Lead, Lyndsey Marie, explores Askham Rehab's approach to supporting individuals as they move from rehabilitation to real-world independence, highlighting the role of multidisciplinary rehabilitation, advanced technology and activities of daily living.

Take a look and learn more about the approach that underpins our service.

10/06/2026

We are delighted to have once again achieved a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating, maintaining our excellent record and recognising the high standards upheld by our kitchen team every day ⭐️

Providing safe, nutritious and enjoyable meals is an important part of the experience for the people we support and this achievement reflects the dedication, professionalism and hard work of our kitchen team.

A huge thank you and congratulations to everyone involved. 👏

08/06/2026

Congratulations to Kelly Hayes, winner of the Care Home Activity Organiser Award at last Friday's Great British Care Awards!

Kelly's approach demonstrates how meaningful activity can support recovery, encourage independence and enhance quality of life for the people we support, making this award a truly well-deserved recognition.

We would also like to congratulate our fellow finalists:
🏆 Askham Rehab - Outreach Community Service Award
🏆 Tyler Horton - Care Home Cook/Chef Award
🏆 Bev Contaoi - Frontline Leaders Award
🏆 Askham Village Community - Housing with Care Employer Award

To be recognised across five categories is a fantastic achievement and a reflection of the expertise, dedication and collaborative approach demonstrated across our teams every day.

A fantastic achievement for everyone involved 👏

05/06/2026

Askham Rehab is keeping everything crossed today! 🤞

This evening, the Great British Care Awards will celebrate excellence across the care sector, and we are incredibly proud to be part of five nominations across Askham Rehab and the wider Askham Village Community team.

Congratulations and good luck to:
🏆 Askham Rehab - Outreach Community Service Award
🏆 Askham Village Community - Housing with Care Employer Award
🏆 Tyler Horton - Care Home Cook / Chef Award
🏆 Bev Contaoi - Frontline Leaders Award
🏆 Kelly Hayes - Care Home Activity Organiser Award

These nominations reflect the dedication, expertise and compassion shown across our teams every day.

Good luck to everyone attending this evening. We'll certainly be cheering you on from Askham Rehab! 🍀

Read more about this year's nominations in the blog post below: https://bit.ly/4ulgynX

Askham Rehab celebrates multiple shortlist nominations at the Great British Care Awards 2026, recognising excellence in rehabilitation, leadership and community support.

03/06/2026

Last month, our Executive Chef Tyler spent time with the team at B&R Dining in March exploring approaches to IDDSI, safe dining and modern presentation within specialist catering.

The collaboration focused on sharing knowledge around texture-modified diets, safe testing methods and plating techniques, helping bridge restaurant dining experiences with the realities of specialist rehabilitation and care environments.

The partnership also opens exciting opportunities for future restaurant-style experiences for residents at Askham Rehab.

01/06/2026

Today marks the beginning of National Aphasia Awareness Month.

Aphasia can affect communication in many different ways following brain injury or neurological condition, influencing speech, understanding, reading and writing. Rehabilitation therefore often requires specialist, individualised approaches that support both communication and confidence throughout recovery.

At Askham Rehab, individuals living with aphasia are supported through multidisciplinary rehabilitation involving Speech and Language Therapy alongside wider clinical and therapeutic input, with rehabilitation focused on communication, independence and day-to-day engagement.

For further information:
📞 01354 740269
📧 [email protected]

29/05/2026

May has been a busy and meaningful month across Askham Rehab 🌿

Throughout the month, we marked important awareness events including Mental Health Awareness Week, Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day, World MS Day and International Nurses Day, continuing conversations around specialist rehabilitation, wellbeing and multidisciplinary support.

We also celebrated:
• the launch of our new Wednesday BBQ menu
• the final destinations of Food Travel
• our continued partnership with Cognishine Therapy & Education
• residents enjoying more time outdoors through gardening at Askham Court
• multiple shortlist nominations at the Great British Care Awards 2026

Thank you to everyone across the Askham community who continues to make these moments possible throughout rehabilitation and everyday life.