Ashridge Home Care

01/05/2026

Are baristas better trained than dementia care staff? 🤔
According to new research from the Alzheimer’s Society, dementia training across the sector is still falling short.
With around 1 million people living with dementia in the UK (rising to 1.4 million by 2040), skilled, confident care has never been more important.

Yet:
• 50% of training is just 1–2 hours
• Only 39% meets recommended standards
• Over half of staff start with no dementia training
• 81% of carers want more

At Ashridge, we’re proud to do things differently. With our dedicated in-house trainer, Susie, we ensure our carers have the tools they need to provide the very best support. It doesn’t stop with our team — we also support families and the wider community through:
✅ Dementia support workshops delivered by experienced dementia specialists
✅ Dementia Friends sessions led by trained Dementia Friends Ambassadors
✅ Our monthly Memory Cafés, supported by a trained volunteer team

Want to learn more about how we train our carers or how we can support your loved one? Please reach out — we’re here to help.
🌐ashridgehomecare.co.uk/
☎️ 01494 917344
📧 care@ashridgehomecare.co.uk
Because dignity in care starts with knowledge. 💙

30/04/2026

They’ve arrived!😊

Our new client brochures are here — showcasing our fresh branding, while reflecting the same award-winning care you know and trust.

If you’d like to learn more about what we do, our team is always here to help.
Feel free to get in touch or drop by our office to pick up a copy.

📍 3 Lacemaker Court, London Road, Amersham, HP7 0HS
🌐 ashridgehomecare.co.uk/contact/
☎️ 01494 917344
📧 care@ashridgehomecare.co.uk
New look. Same care that feels like home.💙

29/04/2026

Come along for a relaxed morning of conversation, connection, and a cuppa in good company. No pressure, just a friendly space where everyone is welcome.😊

📅 This Friday, 10:00 - 12:00
⏰ 10:00-12:00
📍 Chilterns Neuro Centre , Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5LX
We’d love to see you there! 💙

29/04/2026

Such a lovely message to receive!😊

We’re proud to have supported the Rotary Club of Princes Risborough’s Race Night — and even prouder to see £2,700 raised for local charities.🙏

Supporting our community is at the heart of what we do, and it’s always a pleasure to be part of such meaningful initiatives.
Thank you for having us — we look forward to working together again soon.💙

28/04/2026

💙 Happy National Superhero Day! 💙

Today, we’re celebrating the real superheroes in our community — our incredible carers.😊

Every day, they show up with kindness, patience, and dedication… supporting, empowering, and making a genuine difference to the lives of those they care for.

It’s not about capes or superpowers — it’s about the small, meaningful moments:
a reassuring word, a helping hand, a familiar smile.
To our amazing team — thank you for everything you do. 👋🙏

27/04/2026

Young carers don’t always get the space to share what they’re going through. We need to listen to their struggles, understand what support they need, and recognise what needs to change — not just for them, but for the loved ones they care for every day. Raising awareness is the first step - thank you Carers Bucks for sharing Ben’s story.💙

25/04/2026

You’re warmly invited to join us at the Memory Café at the Chilterns Neuro Centre on Friday 1 May, 10am-12pm, for a relaxed and welcoming morning.

Whether you’re living with memory loss or dementia or supporting someone who is, this is a space to connect with others who understand. Enjoy friendly conversation, a cup of tea, and some cake, all with the support of our wonderful partners at Ashridge Home Care.

There’s no pressure, just drop in, take a seat and spend time in good company.

https://chilternsneurocentre.org/memorycafe

24/04/2026

Behind every person receiving care, there’s often a family member quietly giving their time, energy, and love—day in, day out.💙

We witness the dedication of family carers every day—and we understand the pressures that come with it. That’s why at Ashridge, our care extends beyond our clients to the people who support them:

✔️Offering flexible care that gives carers time to rest and recharge
✔️Providing guidance and reassurance when things feel uncertain
✔️Being a trusted partner families can rely on
✔️Helping create continuity, so no one feels like they’re doing it alone

Because caring for someone shouldn’t mean losing yourself in the process.
If you’re supporting a loved one and need a bit of extra help, we’re here to listen.😊
☎️ 01494 917344
📧 care@ashridgehomecare.co.uk

24/04/2026

With the days getting brighter and everything coming into bloom, it’s the perfect time to step outside and make the most of what’s right on our doorstep.☺️

Sunday promises to be sunny ☀️

Get outside and enjoy the Chilterns on this 5 mile route that includes stunning views of the Ibstone Valley. Enjoy plenty of wild flowers in the woods and new lambs in the fields 🌼

Everyone welcome - book tickets here 👉https://ow.ly/OgwO50YOv6O

22/04/2026

MS is unpredictable and affects everyone differently. 🎗️

But living with MS doesn’t have to mean giving up the life you enjoy — for you or someone close to you.

With the right support, it’s still possible to live well, stay independent, and continue the routines that matter most.

At Ashridge, we offer responsive, flexible support that adapts as your needs change. Whether it’s short-term help, ongoing care, or something in between — we’re here when you need us, with no long-term commitments.

Our experienced team works alongside multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure care is joined-up, consistent, and tailored around you. A dedicated Care Manager will guide you through a needs assessment and create a personalised care plan — only finalised when everyone feels confident and comfortable.

Want to learn more? Take a look at our blog: “The Benefits of Care at Home When You Are Living With MS” https://www.ashridgehomecare.co.uk/news/the-benefits-of-care-at-home-when-you-are-living-with-ms/💙

20/04/2026

Residential care or live-in care… which is the right choice?

Choosing care, whether for yourself or a loved one, is never easy.
And when the moment comes, it rarely comes with time, clarity, or a plan — it comes with pressure.

So the question becomes urgent: what do we do next?

🏡 Live-in care means staying at home — with one-to-one support, familiar routines, and care built entirely around the individual.
🏢 Residential care offers a shared environment, with structure and on-site support.

Both can be the right choice.
But this isn’t just about care — it’s about how someone wants to live.

💡 What we see every day:
Decisions are often made in difficult moments, when options feel limited and time is short.

And that’s when care homes can become the default — not always because they’re the best fit, but because they’re the most visible or immediately available. With pressure to decide quickly and expectations often set too low, many families end up accepting the first option that feels “good enough.”

We often hear the same thing from families:
“We didn’t realise there were other options.”

📊 The reality is:
– According to the Live-in Care Hub’s Better at Home report, 97% of people would prefer to stay in their own home as they get older
- 60% of family members we speak to find themselves rushed into making care decisions
– 53% of over 75s have never discussed who will care for them later in life
– 59% haven’t shared their preferences for end-of-life care

We believe care decisions should never feel rushed — we’re here to guide, inform, and support families to make the right choice for them. 💙

💬 Have you had this conversation in your family yet?
📞 01494 917344
📧 care@ashridgehomecare.co.uk
🌐 ashridgehomecare.co.uk/trialling-live-in-care/

20/04/2026

Great start to the 2026 Farmers’ Market season in Princes Risborough this weekend. Always a pleasure to be part of such a welcoming community and to have some really good conversations with local people about staying at home with the right support in place.💙
Congratulations to the winner of the ‘guess the number of the Aston Martin’ — and thank you to the Rotary Club of Princes Risborough team for organising. £457 raised will go towards local projects in the PR area! 😊