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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26/06/2025
What Pride means to me: An interview with Jay Ward
In this interview, Jay tell us about the personal meaning of Pride, the importance of diversity, and finding acceptance at Abbeyfield.
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12/06/2025
Spending Review 2025: A step forward, but are we ready for an ageing population?
A new £39bn housing investment has been announced, but Abbeyfield Living Society is concerned it overlooks vital provisions for older people's housing and is urging the government to address this gap.
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05/06/2025
Abbeyfield Week 2025: A Fortnight of Community & Connection
Our annual celebration, Abbeyfield Week is back, and this year, it's bigger and better than ever. We're extending our celebrations to a whole fortnight (9—22 June), dedicating even more time to what truly makes Abbeyfield special.
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27/05/2025
Webinar explores the Future of Older People's Housing
A webinar chaired by Abdul Ravat, Head of Development and Relationships at Abbeyfield Living Society, explored planning housing for an ageing population, covering cohousing, rightsizing, intergenerational living, and its impact on policy and the NHS.
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22/05/2025
Garden Wildlife Week 2025: Guarding a place for nature
We're creating a safe haven for wildlife this Garden Wildlife Week (26 May - 1 June). The week, which runs annually, is a fantastic opportunity for residents, staff, and friends of Abbeyfield to explore and learn about the wonderful creatures that share our outdoor spaces.
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12/05/2025
VE Day 80 at Abbeyfield
Residents across the country commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Thursday 8th May 2025 — from traditional parties with members of the community, to crafts and baking, it was a day to remember for all.
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10/04/2025
Celebrating the furry, feathered and scaly this National Pet Day
We’re barking mad for National Pet Day (11th April) at Abbeyfield Living Society, with well-trained pets of all shapes and sizes roaming the corridors.
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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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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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