Ellis, aged 10, who has cerebral palsy, turns up every World Book Day in an amazing costume, and this year dressed as Jack from Walliams’ 2015 book Grandpa’s Great Escape, converting his wheelchair into a spitfire.
Stories of Humankind
Salutem Senior Support Worker supported to conquer her own fears and anxieties at care home in Paignton
Maria Halshaw, Senior Support Worker at Warwick House, joined the Salutem family over four years ago as a Support Worker, and has progressed in her care career through hands-on experiences and support from her team and the company.
Danielle King swaps hospital shifts for daily fun at Stanway Villa.
Since 2011, Danielle has supported people of all ages with different needs, having worked in Nursing and Dementia homes and her local hospital – however, her current role supporting adults at Stanway Villa is her favourite!
Mick Sowerby, former homeless caterer becomes an award-winning carer.
Mick Sowerby, senior support worker at Fairholme in South Shields, went from working for a fast-food chain and sleeping rough, to receiving a Salutem Star from our CEO.
Beaumont College Lancaster commended by National Autistic Society
Beaumont College in Lancaster has been awarded a commendation by the National Autistic Society for its recent art project and students’ participation in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme.
Leanne ‘saved’ by The Highlands care home during her coma recovery.
“I’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone at The Highlands. You’re like a second family to me and I will always be grateful for the help you’ve given me.”
From Hairdressing to The Haven – Harriet’s career change story.
Starting her career in Care with us just over half a year ago, Harriet Cranfield, Youth Support Worker, went from hairdressing to The Haven when she was furloughed in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic.
From public to private nursing – meet Kirsten Molcher, Clinical Lead in Cardiff!
“From being their paediatric nurse while working in the NHS to supporting them now as young adults from the comforts of their home, I feel like I have come full circle!”
Beaumont College’s Creative Success – Shortlisted at the Unique Art Awards
We have some BIG news! Four of our students from Beaumont College in Lancaster entered a national art competition and have been shortlisted as finalists!
Joanne Parr – The feeling of accomplishment you get every day when you work with our students
“I started working in the Residential department as a Support Worker, and being only 21 at the time I found it a very emotionally difficult job. Supporting young adults close to my own age was particularly hard, but I soon began to see how rewarding it was going to be...
Katie Monington -“14 years later, I am still here and still loving my role and learning more every day.”
At Craig-Y-Parc, it feels like we are all part of an extended family. My plan was never to stay at the school but 14 years later, I am still here
Matthew Kavanagh swaps his job as cabin crew for a new chapter in Care
Matthew worked as cabin crew for British Airways back in the late 2000s and at the same time was volunteering at SCOPE (now Ambito) day services in Brighton. He found that a role in Care was more rewarding and joined SCOPE full-time.