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Since 1980 BBC Children in Need has raised over £1 billion to help make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.  Many of our homes helped raise money in their own funway:  The staff and residents at Gedling Village dressed up in PJ’s and the residents friends and […]

This year marked the 100th Armistice Day held, the first being the 11th of November 1919 when the first ever two minutes silence was held to remember those who sacrificed their lives and died for their country. Many of our Homes commemorated this auspicious occasion, all in different, interesting ways: At Brantley Manor, residents were […]

Glenfield woodlands residential home recently celebrated the 100th birthday of resident Joan. In honour of her birthday there was a lovely birthday cake for Joan which was presented to her by members of staff. She received a telegram from The Queen in honour of her birthday! All the residents and staff wrote cards in her […]

Saturday the 29th of June was Armed Forces Day in the UK. Armed Forces Day is a chance to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans and cadets. The residents at Brantley Manor celebrated the occasion with Afternoon Tea which […]

Last week the Lollipop Ponies visited Ladydale. The ponies were the perfect size to walk through the home to visit as many residents as possible. Everyone (staff included!) really enjoyed stroking and petting the friendly ponies. Many thanks to the staff from Lollipop Pony Parties for your much enjoyed visit!

Elf Day at Hollybank Care home Twas weeks before Christmas with the happy elves to thank for the fun and antics at Holly Bank.   The residents loved the mince pie and rolls and welcomed the DJ into the fold   With staff in bright costumes and residents in hats and Christmassy music including ‘Take […]

Residents from Glenfield Woodlands enjoyed an outing to Bradgate Park in Leicestershire.  Driving through the park enabled residents to watch the deer roaming free and visit the ruins of Bradgate House where Lady Jane Grey once lived. (more…)

Walter Anderson celebrated his 100th Birthday at Heatherside Care Home (more…)

Residents at The Old Rectory Care Home in Acle had an unexpected surprise when they received a visit from the  “Queen” and a special tea to commemorate the Queen’s coronation anniversary. Residents enjoyed high tea and care assistant Bev dressed as the Queen to celebrate and chat to them all they all thoroughly enjoy themselves […]

Latin American dancing duo, bring their version of TV’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ to the Clough Care Home. The couple Samantha & Steve performed several routines from the show as danced by celebrity couples over the years. Everyone had a fabulous time and scored them 10 out of 10 for their performance!! (more…)

Residents of Holly Bank Care Home Arnside along with Oomph activity co-ordinaters Ann Mason-day and Angela Woods took part in a craft morning with a very special significance Poppies were drawn, cut and glued to a large acrylic canvas and wreath made to commemorate not only the centenary of world war one but the act […]

New Oomph Activities An Oomph training course was held at the Manchester Premier Inn for members of staff across the Pearlcare group they provided comprehensive professional  2 day Training Course endorsed by Skills Active, the leading exercise and fitness industry body. Oomph! is transforming the day-to-day health and quality of life of older people in Pearlcare […]