12/02/2024
King of the Fells
We had the privilege of speaking to the acclaimed fell-runner, Joss Naylor, who lives at Bradbury House in Gosforth. We delved into his career as a record-breaking athlete.
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24/02/2025
Ramadan at work: Mehrunissa’s story
This Ramadan, housekeeper Mehrunissa shares her experience of fasting while working and how her colleagues have supported her during this time.
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24/02/2025
Helen’s new chapter at Westall House Independent Living
Hesitant at first, Helen found community and comfort at Westall House Independent Living after her husband's death. Moving closer to her daughters, they discovered Westall House, where she now enjoys supportive staff, lovely grounds, convenient meals, and valued companionship after a period of isolation.
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20/02/2025
Hill House tackles loneliness with ‘Don’t Eat Alone’ lunch
Hill House care home in Honiton hosted a "Don't Eat Alone" lunch, providing free food, music, and company to locals who live alone. The successful event, following a similar Christmas dinner, aimed to combat loneliness and may become a regular occurrence, with the home hoping attendees will consider Hill House for future care.
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20/02/2025
Mayor attends Abbeyfield House coffee morning
Mayor visits Abbeyfield House, enjoying coffee and cake and hearing firsthand about residents' improved quality of life and the challenges facing sheltered housing.
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18/02/2025
Care and community at Speedwell Court: Rene's story
Rene shares her Abbeyfield experience at Speedwell Court care home, where she continues to enjoy her favourite activities and build lasting friendships.
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05/02/2025
Update from our Resident Engagement Manager
Justin O'Brien, our Resident Engagement Manager is boosting resident engagement via Tpas membership, a resident WhatsApp group, and a streamlined feedback/complaints system, and a new "lessons learned" initiative that will use feedback to enhance services.
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28/01/2025
60 seconds with Kaila Carolan
Discover how 17-year-old Kaila Carolan found her passion for caring for older people while working as a General Assistant at Hampton House.
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16/01/2025
104-year-old Doris says positive attitude is the key to a long life
Doris Hayward, 104, celebrated her birthday with a party at Speedwell Court. The home fulfilled her wishes with an afternoon tea, live music, and a special cake. Despite initial surprise, Doris enjoyed the celebrations and attributed her long life to "taking her pills and keeping on smiling."
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07/01/2025
Speedwell Court seeks community support to secure crucial funding for dementia lunch club
Speedwell Court, a care home in Southampton, runs a free monthly Community Lunch Club for people with dementia and their carers. The Club is reaching out for public support through the Co-op Local Community Fund to keep the service running.
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