King of the Fells

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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Community blooms with Winnersh’s allotment project

Community blooms with Winnersh’s allotment project

Winnersh is developing an allotment to grow fresh produce, promoting sustainability and community engagement. Partnering with a dementia charity, the project offers therapeutic benefits and strengthens community ties. Residents are encouraged to participate, and the garden aims to supply the kitchen with homegrown vegetables and herbs.

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Abbeyfield House unveils new sensory room

Abbeyfield House unveils new sensory room

Abbeyfield House in New Malden now boasts a new sensory room, created by Activities Coordinator Jay Ward. He transformed an unused nursery into a calming space, hand-making curtains and material boards.

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Janet’s journey to Independent Living

Janet’s journey to Independent Living

Since August 2022, Janet has called Westall House Independent Living in Horsted Keynes home. Here she talks about the positive impact it's had on her life.

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Ramadan at work: Mehrunissa’s story

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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Helen’s new chapter at Westall House Independent Living

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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Hill House tackles loneliness with ‘Don’t Eat Alone’ lunch

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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Mayor attends Abbeyfield House coffee morning

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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Care and community at Speedwell Court: Rene's story

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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Update from our Resident Engagement Manager

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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