Austin Ben - Supported Living

Austin Ben - Supported Living An innovative solution in home care, supporting the person to stay at home no matter how complex

An innovative solution in home care, supporting the person to stay at home no matter how complex or simple the need may be.

24/03/2026

🫁 World Tuberculosis Day – 24th March 🫁

Today we recognise World Tuberculosis Day, helping to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and the importance of protecting respiratory health.

TB is a serious infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Awareness, early diagnosis, and treatment are key to preventing its spread.

In health and social care, infection prevention and control is essential. Good hand hygiene, appropriate use of PPE, and being aware of respiratory symptoms all help protect both the people we support and our care teams.

Taking simple precautions can make a big difference in keeping everyone safe and healthy. 💙

23/03/2026

🎉 Staff Engagement Game! 🎉

Let’s see how well you know your fellow team members! 👀

Question of the day:
If you could have any superpower while working in care, what would it be and why? 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

Would you choose:

✨ Super speed to get between calls faster

💬 The power to always know exactly what someone needs

💪 Super strength

😊 The ability to make everyone smile

Comment below with your superpower choice and why! We can’t wait to read your answers.

Let’s celebrate the amazing people who make our care team so special. 💙

22/03/2026

💧 World Water Day – 22nd March 💧

Today we recognise World Water Day, a day that highlights just how important clean and safe water is for everyone.

In domiciliary care, something as simple as access to water plays a vital role in supporting people’s health, wellbeing, and independence at home. From staying hydrated, to personal care, preparing meals, and maintaining hygiene, water is essential to everyday life.

Our care teams support individuals daily with the little things that make a big difference — including encouraging hydration and helping people stay comfortable and well in their own homes.

Let’s take a moment today to appreciate something we often take for granted. 💙

21/03/2026

🧦💙 World Down Syndrome Day 💙🧦

Today we’re celebrating World Down Syndrome Day by wearing our odd socks!

The idea behind wearing odd socks is to celebrate differences, individuality, and inclusion – because being unique is something to be proud of. 🌈

Our teams will be joining in to show their support and raise awareness, and we’d love to see you get involved too!

📸 Feel free to share a photo of your odd socks in the comments below and help us spread the message of acceptance, respect, and inclusion.

20/03/2026

😊 International Day of Happiness 😊

Today we celebrate the International Day of Happiness, a reminder that happiness can often be found in the smallest moments.

In domiciliary care, happiness might look like a friendly chat over a cup of tea ☕, helping someone maintain their independence at home 🏡, or seeing a smile from someone we support.

Our amazing care team works every day to bring comfort, companionship, and positivity to people in their own homes. Those little moments of kindness and connection truly make a difference. 💙

Let’s take a moment today to appreciate the joy that comes from caring for others and spreading kindness wherever we can.

19/03/2026

🌟 Listening to Our Care Team 🌟

Following our recent staff appraisals and supervisions, we’ve been really encouraged by the positive feedback from our amazing care team. 💙

Many of our staff shared that they feel supported, valued, and listened to, and appreciate having regular opportunities to discuss their development, wellbeing, and the care they provide to the people we support.

These conversations help us continue to grow as a team, strengthen our services, and ensure we’re providing the very best care possible.

A huge thank you to our dedicated care staff for the compassion, commitment, and professionalism you show every single day. 👏

18/03/2026

🎉 STAFF ENGAGEMENT GAME – WOULD YOU RATHER? 🎉

Let’s have a quick 60-second team game!

👇 Comment A or B 👇

1️⃣
A – Early shift ☀️
B – Late shift 🌙

2️⃣
A – Unlimited tea for life 🫖
B – Unlimited biscuits for life 🍪

3️⃣
A – Care plan paperwork finished instantly 📋
B – All calls run exactly on time ⏰

4️⃣
A – Win £100 voucher 💳
B – Extra annual leave day 🌴

5️⃣
A – Sing while you work 🎤
B – Dance while you work 💃

Let’s see who matches with who! Tag your work bestie and compare answers 💙

Happy St Patrick’s Day! 💚Our amazing staff have been wearing green today to celebrate 🍀It’s been lovely to see everyone ...
17/03/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day! 💚

Our amazing staff have been wearing green today to celebrate 🍀

It’s been lovely to see everyone getting involved and bringing some extra fun and positivity to the day.

Wishing you all a lucky and joyful St Patrick’s Day! ☘️✨

🌸🐣 Austin Ben Easter Competition! 🐣🌸Austin Ben is excited to invite everyone to take part in our Egg Decorating Competit...
16/03/2026

🌸🐣 Austin Ben Easter Competition! 🐣🌸

Austin Ben is excited to invite everyone to take part in our Egg Decorating Competition!

How to enter:
• Decorate an egg of your choice – it can be:
• A hard-boiled egg 🥚
• A chocolate egg 🍫
• A handmade egg 🎨
• Or even a drawn egg on paper
• Be as creative as you like!
• Attached is a template to help you get started, but you don’t have to use it.

Who can enter:
• Staff
• Children of staff
• Service users
• Families

Send your entries to: Siobhanclews@austinben.com
Deadline: Tuesday 31st March

Voting & Winner:
• All entries will be posted on our page on wed 1st April 2026
• The egg with the most likes will win a special Easter treat on Thursday 3rd April 10:00🍬🐰

Good luck everyone, and remember – let your creativity shine! ✨

16/03/2026

💡 Domiciliary Care Fact of the Week 💡

Did you know that domiciliary care allows people to remain independent in their own homes while still receiving the support they need? 🏡

From help with daily routines like preparing meals and personal care, to companionship and medication support, home care services play a vital role in helping people maintain their dignity, comfort, and familiar surroundings.

Sometimes the smallest bit of support can make the biggest difference in someone’s day. 💙

15/03/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day 💐

Today we celebrate all the incredible mums, step-mums, grandmas, mother figures and the amazing women who give love, strength and support every single day.

Motherhood comes in many forms — and every version deserves to be recognised and appreciated. 💕

To those who are celebrating, we hope your day is filled with love and special moments.
And to those who may find today a little harder, we’re thinking of you too. 💛

📸 Post your photos below and share the special women you’re celebrating today — let’s fill the comments with love and appreciation.

14/03/2026

✨ Staffordshire Fact for Saturday 14th March! ✨

Did you know that Staffordshire is known as “The Potteries” because it became the world centre of pottery production in the 18th century? 🏺

Legendary potter Josiah Wedgwood revolutionised the industry right here, creating beautiful ceramics that were exported all over the world and helping put Staffordshire firmly on the global map. 🌍

Even today, the county’s pottery heritage is something locals are incredibly proud of!

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