With the government's recent announcement to launch a review of children's social care, we talk to Sharon, mum of Joe, who has ASD, about how Aspen's family specialist support team's help has been "truly life changing". Read more
We’re feeling hugely grateful that our Kent and Sussex staff are now able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Read more
As we settle in to our third lockdown we know how important it is for our wellbeing to stay connected. Aspens runs a mixture of fun, educational and social online sessions to help those we support feel connected in these strange times. Read more
An important moment in beating this awful virus took place this week - the first set of COVID-19 vaccinations for our key worker staff were administered at a local GP surgery. Read more
News of our bumper calendar of festive events was recently featured in The Worthing Herald and on the In Your Area website. Read more
All of our shops, the Bluebell Cafe and our sites are closed following the government's announcement of a national lockdown, and will remain closed until further notice. Read more
We're committed to supporting our staff to maintain good mental health and have a number of options available for anyone who finds themselves struggling this festive period. Read more
Kind Social Care students at West and North Kent College have delivered personalised 'Hug in a Bag' gifts to those we support to spread some festive cheer. Read more
Aspens is one of the organisations delivering a programme of free, live virtual workshops for professionals working with children and young people with autistic spectrum conditions and learning difficulties and their families across Sussex, Kent and Surrey this spring. Read more
One of our residential services, Wentworth Close, is going to be celebrating Christmas in style this year, with special restaurant-style menus and fancy festive table decorations. Read more
A huge thank you to the shoppers of Bluewater for their generous donations of gifts for the children and young people we support as part of The Giving Tree project this Christmas. Read more
Update following the government announcement today that most of South East England will move into Tier 4 at midnight tonight. Read more
How unique, personalised advent calendars make Christmas a happier time for two of the people we support. Read more
We're starting to see some super-Christmassy looking spaces coming in now for our 'Most Festive Space' competition. Read more
Aspens was featured as part of item on BBC South East Today raising awareness on the importance of prioritising those with learning disabilities for the COVID-19 vaccination. Read more
A huge thanks to everyone who took part in our Merry Quizmas virtual event last night - you were all quizztastic! Read more
We're delighted to announce all Aspens' high street stores in Crowborough, Paddock Wood, Hampden Park, Bexhill and Seaford will re-open on Wednesday 2 December. Read more
A very special festive guest will be making an appearance this advent across our social media! Keep an eye out on our Facebook, Twitter & Insta for some Au-Some antics! Read more
One of our residential services, Burton Cottages, has received glowing feedback following a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission. Read more
Christmas trees will go on sale from this Saturday 28th November at Cornford Lane. Buy your tree from Aspens and help us continue to provide a vital service to those we support. Read more
A HUGE thank you to all those who took part in our first ever virtual 5K event and to those who supported by sponsoring our fangtastic runners and helping raise vital funds for our charity. Read more
Aspens was featured on BBC South East Today news in a special report focusing on the impact of Covid-19 and lockdown on those we support. Watch the clip here. Read more
We're seeking volunteer trustees and committee members to help us lead the way for those we care for and to ensure we're the best organisation we can be. Read more
Congratulations and a very happy anniversary to all residents and staff at one of our supported living services, Pelican Court, who are celebrating 25 years of being open. Read more