06/05/2020
VE Day 75th anniversary
On Friday 8th May, Britain will be commemorating the 75th anniversary of VE Day. Find out how you can celebrate at home an read some inspirational stories from our residents.
09/04/2020
Abbeyfield chase the rainbow
Across the country, residents of Abbeyfield are putting rainbows in their windows to support our front line workers and the NHS.
13/03/2020
Anne & Betty's Social Club at Whiston Court
Residents of Whiston Court, Anne and Betty talk to us about the Social Club they run for residents once a month hosting games nights, BBQs, themed evenings and more!
06/03/2020
Sheila's Artistic Flair
From an early age, Art was Sheila's main interest, especially drawing and later pottery, this was one of the subjects she studied post 16. In this blog, we reflect on Sheila's wonderful life, filled with artistry!
27/02/2020
Ivy House’s Resident Artist
Ivy House's newest resident, Susie is an extremely talented artist with a love for painting landscapes and scenery.
13/02/2020
Kamikaze Gran
Lorraine (75), resident at St Mary’s House in Hemel Hempstead is a multi award-winning thrill-seeking volunteer with an extensive and wonderful history of caring for and volunteering with both the elderly and adults who have disabilities.
20/01/2020
"Here you get to remain independent whilst being supported"
Last week, we spoke to John, resident at Sibleys Orchard in Hemel Hempstead about his experience with Abbeyfield so far and how Abbeyfield enables him to live an independent life, without the responsibilities of running a home.
06/01/2020
Congratulations, John!
Huge congratulations to John, a resident at The Firs Complex who has been awarded ‘Member of the Year 2019’ by the gym he attends.
27/11/2019
Fighting for King and Country
Residents share their tales of daring aerial exploits, royal visits and improvised engineering Here we recount the stories of residents who signed up for military service during the war, in their own words.