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Lock Down Allotment!
It can be a bit tricky after a while to find things to do in lock down.Having mowed the lawn and cut his hair, one of our clients – aided by support worker Taylor, has started an allotment! Very impressive before and after photos – well done! Looking at your jackets I’m assuming this wasn’t […]
Client Creativity During Lock-down!
One of our clients in particular has been unbelievably creative in keeping their kids entertained during lock-down. Making signs for them from some old water pipes, as well as a mini ladder so they can climb up a wall. However, the highlight has to be installing a zip wire for them to use. Amazing!
Nick’s Coast to Coast Cycle for MND Association
On the 20th of June 2019, Nick Snowden is setting off on his bike with 5 friends from the west coast of England to cycle 170 miles across the country. Nick will be making the journey from Morecambe to Bridlington in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association. Sharing why our clinical case manager chose […]
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Irving has paws-onality
Photographer and writer Roger Caras said: “Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” There’s no denying that Angela Kerr’s lovely cockapoo Barney has become a popular, four-legged team member at the AKA offices in Nottingham. So, we’re sure you’ll be as happy as we are to welcome Irving, her new […]
AKA contributes to Parliamentary Review
We were honoured to be invited to contribute to the Parliamentary Review on Care. This is a high-profile, national publication, which will share best practices on care with an audience of policymakers and business leaders across the country. Our Managing Director Angela Kerr was asked if AKA would be a contributor to The Parliamentary Review […]
Pup-dates: Mavis is 14 months old!
The current puppy being sponsored by AKA with Dogs For Good is Mavis. Mavis is now 14 months old it’s been a busy year: DFG socialisers are tasked with caring for their puppies well-being including carrying out routine health checks; ensuring they are the correct weight and grooming. They attend monthly puppy classes to develop their […]
Pup-dates: Mavis is ten months old!
For the past ten months, AKA Case Management has been sponsoring a dog from the charity, Dogs for Good. “Mavis is growing into a very good looking girl; she is an affectionate, inquisitive and fun company. As she matures her behaviour both in the house and when out and about continues to improve, despite a […]
Pup-dates: Mavis is 5 months old!
As part of our relationship with Dogs For Good, we are the Puppy Partner of a beautiful black Labrador puppy called Mavis! She is now five months old. Below is a run down of Mavis and how she’s getting on by Marilyn, Mavis’ Socialiser and Dogs for Good Puppy Coordinator, Vicki.
AKA attend the Nottingham Post Carer of the Year Awards
On March 20th 2018, some of the team at AKA Case Management attended the prestigious Nottingham Post Carer of the Year Awards at the glittering ceremony at the Crowne Plaza in Nottingham. Organised by the Nottingham Post, the 12 separate awards recognise all those people and organisations who excel in the world of care, […]
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BABICM Annual Conference- 14th & 15th June 2017
There is a week remaining until the BABICM annual conference, titled A Brave New World: From Cradle to Grave. It looks set to be an exciting event, with eminent speakers including Christine Croisiaux, Sue Lukersmith, Rebecca Johnson and Dr Howard Fine. Day 1 focuses on children and young people, whilst the second day focuses solely on adults. […]
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