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At Ashdale Care, we believe in the transformative power of play. It is not just a simple pastime for children but a crucial aspect of their development and healing. As children learn to engage in play, they are also learning about themselves and the world around them. It helps them to process emotions and to build essential cognitive and social skills. It teaches them new ways to interact with the world and others. In residential child care, where many children have experienced trauma and adversity, play takes on an even more vital role in their development and growth. The Therapeutic Power of Play  “Play is the most natural and effective way for children to learn about themselves, other people and ...

Choosing a career in residential child care is a decision that carries significant impact and profound responsibility. It is also a career that can reward you in immeasurable ways. At Ashdale Care, a leading provider of specialised therapeutic residential child care in Ireland, our main goal is to provide comprehensive support and care to children who have experienced trauma. Working in this field provides the unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. It also gives you the chance to have a truly fulfilling and dynamic career.  The Role of Residential Care Professionals Residential child care professionals are integral to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for children. They work as part ...

We are delighted to announce the opening of two new residential care homes in Dublin this July. This marks our continued growth and ongoing commitment to providing the highest quality of care for all children with complex needs across Ireland. As a leading children’s residential care provider, we continue to focus on growth and development to meet the increasing demand for specialised therapeutic care services, as well as the growing number of Separated Children Seeking International Protection. Meeting the Growing Need for Residential and SCSIP Care The expansion of specialised residential care services equipped to deal with complex behavioural issues and trauma is more crucial than ever. There is a rising number of children requiring specialised support, therapy, education and ...

Here at Ashdale Care, we believe that a healthy community is a happy and productive one. That’s why this month, the month of May, we decided to take our commitment to wellness a step further (pun intended!). We created the Ashdale Care Step Challenge. It was a fun, engaging way to get everyone out and moving, and we think it might have even gotten a little competitive too! The Challenge: The challenge was simple. Each house and department in Ashdale Care formed a team. The goal was to accumulate as many steps as possible throughout the month. With pedometers and fitness trackers, we have to say that our Ashdale Care Community really ‘stepped up’ to the challenge, turning every walk ...

At Ashdale we are always growing as we seek to provide care for more children and young people who are in need of residential care. With this growth comes the necessity to bring more dedicated and passionate people onto our team to support our mission. The demand for enhanced therapeutic care in Ireland is constantly increasing and we are working hard to meet this demand. We spoke with Eileen Gregory, our Director of HR, to find out more about the recruitment process, what guides us when hiring a new team member and what you need to know when applying to Ashdale Care.   Q: Can you tell us about Ashdale Care’s mission and values, and how they influence the recruitment ...

On Friday 22nd of March 2024, Ashdale Care reached a significant milestone in its journey towards extending the provision of enhanced therapeutic residential care for children and young people in Ireland. The occasion was marked with an official opening ceremony, performed by Minister for Social Protection, Community and Rural Development Heather Humphreys. We were delighted to have her, and other esteemed guests, join us to share in such a remarkable moment in Ashdale’s growth.   Minister Heather Humphreys spoke at the opening ceremony, saying “I am delighted to be here today to officially launch such a wonderful facility here in Monaghan which is doing such important work. The opening of this new centre by Ashdale Care shows their commitment to ...

Embarking on a career in enhanced residential care is about providing support to others while also assisting personal and professional growth. At Ashdale Care, we prioritise investing in our team members’ development to ensure they have the skills, knowledge and support they need to show up as their best self in their roles.  Join us as we share how Ashdale Care prioritises the professional development of our team members, empowering them to grow in their careers and make a meaningful impact on the lives of the children and young people we care for. At Ashdale Care we put particular focus on making sure each of our team members has the opportunity to grow in their career. To do this, we ...

At Ashdale Care, we believe independence is an important life skill to foster in our young people. With tailored programs, including Occupational Therapies and ASDAN methodology, we build independence from day one.