Blog – Ashdale Care Ireland

How We Support Children in Residential Care During the Festive Season standard

We know that in Ireland the Christmas period is a time of joy and celebration for many, but for some, it can bring about mixed emotions. At Ashdale, we understand that there are unique challenges that are faced by our children and young people. We use this understanding to try to create a caring and supportive environment that helps them feel loved, valued and part of our ‘family’ during this very special festive time. The first priority is to recognise the challenges. For our children, Christmas can be an emotional time and can be a reminder of family connections or of traditions that they might be missing. Feelings of loneliness, worry or sadness can be common during this period. There ...

How the Role of Residential Social Care Workers Has Changed standard

The field of child care is rapidly changing and adapting to meet the increasingly complex needs of children and young people both in Ireland, and coming to Ireland as SCSIP (Separated Children Seeking International Protection). Working within this setting today is still a vocation, but it requires more than a compassionate heart and dedication. It demands specialised skills, the highest levels of training, resilience and a willingness to embrace new approaches that support the therapeutic, emotional and physical needs of a child or young person. At Ashdale Care, we work hard to stay at the front of this evolution by helping our team members grow in these roles. We encourage every person on our team to become as well-equipped as ...

What Being Named a ‘Best Managed Company’ by Deloitte means to Ashdale Care standard

We are overjoyed to share the great news that Ashdale Care has been recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies awarded by Deloitte. This remarkable achievement reflects the dedication, passion and hard work of every single member of our team. We are being recognised because of the work of all who strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment for the children in our care. What does this award mean? Deloitte’s ‘Best Managed Company’ award recognises organisations that excel in their management practices, innovation, culture and commitment to excellence. It’s not just about our day-to-day operations, it’s about leading with heart and building with care. It is a recognition of the fact that our mission to care for and ...

The Role of Play in Child Development and Recovery from Trauma standard

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 ...

Why Choose a Career in Residential Child Care? standard

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 ...

Ashdale Care Opens Two New Homes This July standard

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 ...

Celebrating Employee Health and Fitness Month at Ashdale Care with a Great Big Step Challenge! standard

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 ...

Your Questions Answered: A Q&A with Ashdale Care’s Recruitment Team standard

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 ...

Ashdale Care’s Standards of Excellence: A Look at the 2023 Quality Report standard

When we are dealing with the provision of care, excellence is not just a goal but a commitment that we hold ourselves to at Ashdale Care. This commitment is not just a guiding principle but a driving force behind every decision we make. As we look back at 2023 through our latest quality report, it is clear that this commitment to excellence has given us some remarkable results and helps us to set the highest standards in enhanced therapeutic care. Child-Centric Care At the heart of our care is the commitment we have to each child and young person. Everything we do at Ashdale is to ensure that the child always comes first. With this in mind, we are so ...

Celebrating Progress: Ashdale Care’s Official Opening of The Ridge Headquarters and Training Centre standard

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 ...