The Old Vicarage News

The residents at The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross have whisked away the top prize in Adept Care Homes’ Annual Cooking Competition, with a 5-course beetroot-themed tasting menu that ‘rooted’ out the competition! The journey began with the grand finale of Adept’s Mystery Seed contest, where residents had to identify the plant or vegetable growing which was beetroot, setting the stage for this year’s culinary showdown.

Bringing together family favourites, original creations, and new discoveries, the residents at The Old Vicarage crafted a beetroot feast to impress. Their winning menu featured an array of vibrant and creative dishes, including: Beetroot Soup, Homemade Beetroot, Walnut, and Sage Bread, Beetroot, Carrot, and Apple Chutney – Perfectly balanced to ‘chut the mustard’, Beetroot Cupcakes and Beetroot, Strawberry, and Apple Smoothies – A refreshing ‘beet’ with a fruity twist.

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The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield has been shortlisted as a finalist in two distinguished industry-leading awards: the Caring UK Awards for Care Group of the Year and the National Care Awards for Care Group of the Year (Small) and Training and Development of the Year! This remarkable achievement underscores The Old Vicarage’s commitment to delivering exceptional care, support to its residents and its vision to be ‘a superb place to live or work.’.

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Old Vicarage Care Home Team Member Tackles 150ft Bungee Jump in the Dark to Raise Funds for Residents’ Wishes

On October 5th, Steph, a member of the Activity and Wellbeing team of The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield took a leap of faith—150 feet into the air and into the darkness—to raise funds for the residents’ social fund, all in the name of enhancing their wellbeing program.

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Residents at The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross are celebrating a blooming achievement in this year’s Adept Care Homes annual sunflower growing competition. Among the tall tales of gardening greatness, one sunflower stood out at an impressive 7 feet 10 inches, earning a well-deserved runner-up spot in the contest.

Leading the charge was resident Dot and her daughter, whose green thumb and dedication helped her sunflower stretch skyward. “It’s been such a joy to be part of this competition,” Dot said. “I never imagined my sunflower would grow this tall! It’s been wonderful to watch it inch higher every day.”

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The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield celebrates its partnership with The Mining Project, a remarkable initiative dedicated to capturing and preserving the rich history of local mining communities. This collaboration aims to ensure that the invaluable memories and experiences of former miners are recorded and celebrated for future generations.

The Mining Project, which has been making waves across the region, is known for its innovative approach to documenting the stories of those who worked in the coal mines. By partnering with The Old Vicarage Care Home, the project will gain direct access to residents who have first-hand experience of the mining industry, many of whom spent their working lives underground or in mining-related occupations.

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The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross recently turned a heartfelt wish into a wondrous reality for one of their cherished residents, Franky (Frances Noble 81), through their magical “Make a Wish” program. This special initiative is designed to fulfil residents’ dreams, no matter how big or small, bringing joy and creating unforgettable memories.

For Franky, the wish was simple yet profoundly meaningful: to return to Spring Farm, her home and workplace for nearly 60 years. From 1964 until 2023, Franky and her husband George dedicated their lives to running the farm, which is now lovingly managed by her family. The farm holds a treasure trove of memories, and Franky’s wish to visit once more was eagerly embraced by the care home team.

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The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield celebrated with the grand opening of its very own traditional English pub and beer garden, The Clay Cross Keys. This exciting event took place this past Sunday, marking a special moment for residents, their families, friends, and the local community.

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The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield, has been recognised as the winner of the Best for Care Management category at the prestigious 2024 Adept Care Awards In Excellence ceremony.

This award highlights the exceptional quality of care management provided to residents, ensuring they receive the highest standards of person-centred care. The accolade celebrates the dedication and hard work of the team at The Old Vicarage Care Home, who consistently strive to create a superb living environment for all residents.

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Adept Care Homes is proud to announce its exceptional success at this year’s National Care Home Awards, held in London last Friday. The organisation was honoured with two prestigious awards, recognising its commitment to excellence.

Adept Care Homes, which runs 7 care homes in the midlands, including The Old Vicarage in Clay Cross, Chesterfield received the Gold Award for Outstanding Smaller Care Group 2024 and was named Best for Training and Development. These accolades underscore the group’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.

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Residents of The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross showcased their commitment to community engagement and environmental commitment by actively participating in a local litter picking event. The initiative, organized in collaboration with their local community, not only demonstrated The Old Vicarage’s dedication to social responsibility but also highlighted their status as finalists for multiple categories in the prestigious National Care Home Awards 2024.

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