Resident Edna at Poets Mews Care Home in Clevedon recently celebrated her 101st birthday. To mark this admirable milestone, staff at Poets Mews went above and beyond to help Edna celebrate, with a BBQ, cocktails, mocktails and even live music in the garden. With a Hawaiian theme in mind, residents and staff donned vibrant clothing,…
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With government lockdown restrictions easing, and the beautiful sunny weather we have had throughout July, several of our homes jumped at the opportunity to welcome back live entertainers. For many, it was the first time in 18 months they were able to invite singers back into their gardens, and it is fair to say our…
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The Olympic Games not only touched down in Tokyo this year but in several of our homes as our residents got in the friendly spirit of the competition, participating in a number of exciting and innovative events within the home. At Alma Court Care Home, in Cannock, residents got busy decorating and colouring Olympic themed…
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The lucky residents at Lavender Lodge Care Home in Farnborough had a recent visit from fluffy companion Fred – a therapy dog. Extensive research shows that the presence of a dog can have a positive impact on a person’s well-being and can help to reduce stress and depression. As Fred visited the home, the residents…
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Over the summer, staff and residents at Abbey Court Care Home in Cannock have been prepping their outdoor space to build their own remembrance garden. Residents have been planting an abundance of different plants and flowers in memory of loved ones close to those at the home. Well-being and Activities Co-ordinator, Barbara Yapp, who has…
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Spencer House Care Home, in Northampton, recently received a new Care Quality Commission (CQC) report as part of its new strategy for the changing world of health and social care. To help continue to support care services as safely as possible, CQC has changed how they monitor and inspect the care industry. Replacing the previous…
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With government lockdown restrictions easing, and the beautiful sunny weather we have had throughout July, South Lodge Care Home in Leicester jumped at the opportunity to welcome live entertainers back to their home. It was the first time in 18 months they were able to invite singers back into their gardens, and it is fair…
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On 16th July 2021, Avon Valley Care Home in Bristol celebrated Shirley and Brian’s 61st Wedding Anniversary. With the glorious weather on their side, residents and staff enjoyed the festivities with Shirley and Brian in the home’s stunning gardens, made all the better with cake, fresh juice and, of course, a sing and dance. Brian…
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Droitwich Mews are delighted to announce that their Head Chef, Tomasz Milewski, will be competing in the regional finals of the National Association of Care Catering (NACC) Staff of the Year Awards on 14th July. The prestigious awards recognise and celebrate teams and individuals from across the care catering sector that goes above and beyond.…
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La Fête Nationale, or the more commonly known Bastille Day, is celebrated on 14th July to mark the anniversary of the storming of Bastille – a military fortress and prison that helped usher in the French Revolution in 1789. While it is typically a holiday celebrated in France, several of our homes saw this as…
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In remembrance of the late Captain Sir Tom Moore, staff and residents at Astbury Manor Care Home in Bracknell have successfully knitted 100 hats for premature babies as part of their #CaptainTom100 challenge. The challenge, brought about by Captain Tom’s family to honour his memory and his incredible achievements, encouraged the public to think of…
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With the delayed 2020 Olympics just around the corner, Knowle Gate was in full spirit as they decided to host their very own sports day to help fundraise for The Care Worker’s Charity (CWC). The day was packed with exciting games, which saw residents and staff members partake in activities including an egg and spoon…
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