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what's involved in applying to be a foster carer?
Whether you've been thinking about being a carer for a long time, or it's something that has just caught your eye, it is a worthwhile and...
Feb 15, 2024
what's involved in applying to be a foster carer?
Whether you've been thinking about being a carer for a long time, or it's something that has just caught your eye, it is a worthwhile and...
Feb 15, 2024
what are the benefits and requirements of being a foster carer?
The last few years have been challenging in many ways. With the pandemic and then the cost of living crises, as well as the onset of AI...
Feb 12, 2024
activities at asphaleia for safer internet day 2024
Safer Internet Day is an awareness day that asphaleia celebrates every year. In this digital age, safeguarding extends to include...
Feb 12, 2024
it's exam week for our ESOL students
For many of our international ESOL students who have never had any formal schooling, their time studying at asphaleia is their first...
Feb 5, 2024
sign up for our free numeracy and employability workshops
This week and next there are three numeracy and employability workshops you can attend as part of our Multiply program to help you...
Jan 30, 2024
wellbeing with sally; winter blues and seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Hi all, It is that time of year when there is not much daylight, the evening quickly turns into night, and it is often cold and dark!...
Jan 29, 2024
ESOL students' trip to see The Jungle Book
A new version of The Jungle Book musical was the highlight of an OnTrack ESOL trip to Chichester for asphaleia students in December....
Jan 20, 2024
asphaleia's social values; local community
Since its inception, asphaleia’s mission can be summed up with one word: Impact. As well as having a positive impact on young people and...
Jan 8, 2024
a foster carer's story; our decision to foster
There can be lots of questions when you're thinking about being a foster carer and you may not know other carers you can speak to about...
Jan 6, 2024
multiply career workshops with industry professionals
In a world full of opportunities, the journey to establishing your career can be a challenging one. asphaleia's new Multiply program is...
Jan 4, 2024
have you considered fostering in 2024?
The need for foster carers has never been greater with many children going into care each month. Perhaps you've considered fostering but...
Jan 2, 2024
wellbeing with sally; managing mental health during tough times
Hi all, Managing mental health during tough times can be tricky and sometimes a balancing act! However, often, when we become familiar...
Dec 21, 2023
christmas for children in foster care
We automatically think of Christmas as being a magical time for many children. For foster families, it can be a complex time to navigate,...
Dec 20, 2023
refugee council drop-ins resume for young people
In the 2023-24 academic year, Refugee Council will once again be running regular information, advice and guidance sessions at asphaleia,...
Dec 18, 2023
news from our reception service
Our 16+ supported accommodation comprises of different services across Sussex. The reception service in Worthing is a short-term...
Dec 16, 2023
house support worker vacancy at asphaleia
We are currently recruiting for a House Support Worker to join our care team and to give you more insight into the role, here is the...
Dec 14, 2023
'being an independent visitor'; an IV from our East Sussex service on their experience
asphaleia currently delivers the Independent Visiting and Advocacy services for East Sussex County Council. Independent Visitors (IV's)...
Dec 5, 2023
asphaleia celebrates anti-bullying week 2023
The 13th-17th of November was Anti-Bullying Week and this is an event that features on asphaleia's calendar each year. Bullying is a...
Dec 4, 2023
multiply 4 work project workshops and 6-week course
Our Multiply 4 Work programme is kicking off next week with workshops at our Worthing learning centre. careers workshops They include...
Nov 20, 2023
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