Britain is considered a nation of animal lovers, so why should this be any different if we have to move into a care home? As you can see from all our pet therapy stories, a dog’s silly antics and wagging tail can raise a smile or relax anyone, regardless of age. There were plenty of…
The residents at Sutton Hall and Lodge had a great St Patrick’s Day. In one St Patrick’s Day activity, the residents made masks. Later, while the residents enjoyed a glass of Guinness or Baileys, the staff set up the karaoke so everyone could join in and have a good old sing-a-long of Irish Hits. Without…
This week’s National Day of Reflection was a good excuse for all the residents and staff at Alexandra Court Care Centre to pause for a minute and think about the last year, the people they’ve lost and the people they miss. So, along with millions of other people, they observed a minute’s silence at midday…
The care home manager at Cherry Trees Care Home in Barnsley was delighted to receive a heartfelt email from a resident’s wife. The Barnsley care home staff have been preparing for indoor visits, organising tests and PPE to keep residents, staff, and visitors safe. Although underneath all these plans are the sheer joy of reuniting…
Often care homes receive thanks after a resident has passed away and those messages are pinned up for all the staff to see. The words mean so much and highlight the care that staff have delivered. Today it was the turn of The Grange in Darlington, to get one of those letters. This one is…
The staff at The Grange Care Home in Darlington are delighted with their report from the Care Quality Commission after a recent inspection by the Government body. Regional Manager for The Grange, Dolores Pooley, said, “The amount of work and background support that goes into achieving this result, does not go unnoticed. From the domestic…
The residents at Alpine Lodge Care Home in Stocksbridge were treated to afternoon tea. The dining room tables had been carefully laid with delicately embroidered table cloths, which immediately brought comments about how the residents used to lay their own tables for every meal. The ladies remarked on the sandwiches and cakes, agreeing that this…
The first of many visits took place at Figham House last week. Residents at the Beverley care home can finally hold hands with appointed loved ones, making this year’s Mother’s Day even more poignant! Pictured is Tina visiting her Mum Elsie for their first face to face contact since lockdown. Sarah, Home Manager at Figham…