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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Finding fulfilment in Independent Living: Valerie's journey

Finding fulfilment in Independent Living: Valerie's journey

Valerie, who recently celebrated her 79th birthday, has lived at Hope Bank View for six years and has found a new sense of wellbeing, community, and purpose. 

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Building a caring culture and community

Building a caring culture and community

At Girton Green, our Housing Manager, Sophie Hughes, reflects on her team, the residents, and the strong sense of community they’re building together.

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Making Hay

Making Hay

We spoke to Maud Shire, a resident at Hill House, about her two-and-a-half years spent in the Women’s Land Army during the Second World War.

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Chas is one of the ‘Survival Generation’

Chas is one of the ‘Survival Generation’

WWII veteran Chas Clegg marks 106th birthday with party at Abbeyfield care home in Winnersh.

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 My Abbeyfield Journey: Marjorie Fagg

My Abbeyfield Journey: Marjorie Fagg

Marjorie Fagg, an 89-year-old resident at Speedwell Court, shares her journey to living with Abbeyfield.

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Finding Home at Lee House — Dorothy’s Story

Finding Home at Lee House — Dorothy’s Story

Once a dedicated teacher, Dorothy Symonds, now 88, found a welcoming community at Lee House, a residential care home in Wimbledon.

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10 activities to help you stay healthy as you get older | Abbeyfield Blog

10 activities to help you stay healthy as you get older | Abbeyfield Blog

Staying or starting to become more active can be more difficult as your get older, but there are lots of fun ways to stay fit and healthy at any age! An active lifestyle helps boost your emotional wellbeing, as well as reducing your risk of conditions like arthritis and high blood pressure. Read 10 fun activities for older people that you can try to help you stay healthy.

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