Super Sarah goes the distance for Abbeyfield's 70th anniversary

Super Sarah goes the distance for Abbeyfield's 70th anniversary

Regional Operations Manager, Sarah, raises almost £2k for residents after completing a 70-mile ultramarathon, inspired by 70th anniversary.

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Abbeyfield care staff step out for fundraising challenge

Abbeyfield care staff step out for fundraising challenge

Three staff members at Abbeyfield House in New Malden are walking throughout May to raise £1,000 for their residents' fund, which supports activities and essentials. Care assistants Sonia Edgington and Elaine Gould, and Housekeeper Linda Whitcombe, are encouraging donations to enhance the lives of the 36 residents at the home.

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MP attends care home open day

MP attends care home open day

Wokingham MP Clive Jones attended Abbeyfield Winnersh's open day, touring the home and praising their unique dementia care and resident support.

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Hats off to Patricia

Hats off to Patricia

Patricia Smith, a resident at Avondale, shares her lifelong passion for art, from her time as an RAF illustrator to her current dedication to knitting hats for the maternity unit and dolls for local charities.

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Bienvenue a Westall House!

Bienvenue a Westall House!

French health and social care students visited Westall House in Horsted Keynes to learn about the differences in care for older people. The visit included tours, residents chats and insights into daily life.

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VE Day 80 at Abbeyfield

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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Independence is the essence for Sue

Independence is the essence for Sue

Sue Fifer describes how living at Girton Green in Cambridge provides her with the independence and community she sought for an active retirement.

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Residents take the lead: shaping our future services together

Residents take the lead: shaping our future services together

Abbeyfield's National Residents’ Panel actively participated in selecting companies for repairs, maintenance, and fire safety, demonstrating the value of resident input, and now we're launching Resident Roadshows to further involve residents in helping shaping our services.

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Finding a place to call home at Harrowside House: Marlene’s story

Finding a place to call home at Harrowside House: Marlene’s story

Read Marlene's story of how a chance conversation led to her finding a fulfilling life and new friends at Harrowside House in Blackpool.

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From Amersham to Arusha: Shubhan’s volunteering and fundraising journey

From Amersham to Arusha: Shubhan’s volunteering and fundraising journey

Care Assistant Shubhan Selvaranjan, 19, shares how his volunteering at Pratt House care home and in Tanzania has taught him valuable lessons about care, empathy, and making a difference.

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