Love Stories Celebrated at Douglas Court Care Home This Valentine’s Day

Romance blossomed at Douglas Court Care Home in Derby as residents and their loved ones came together for a heartfelt Valentine’s Day filled with love, memories, and meaningful moments.

Devoted couples were at the centre of the celebration, each sharing their special day together. The morning began with live entertainment from singer Sarah Bright, as excitement built ahead of a beautifully prepared couples’ lunch.

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Pancakes and Prosecco Bring Families Together at Chetwynd House Care Home This Valentines Day

Residents, families, and loved ones came together at Chetwynd House Care Home in Chilwell on Saturday 14th February to enjoy a joyful Pancake Day celebration filled with sweet treats and special moments.

Guests were treated to a delicious selection of freshly prepared pancakes, served with a variety of traditional toppings, and perfectly paired with a complimentary glass of prosecco. The event created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, giving residents the opportunity to celebrate alongside their families and enjoy quality time together.

Pancake and Prosecco at Chetwynd House this Valentines
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Chetwynd House Hosts Pre-Loved Clothes Sale to Support Sustainability and Residents

Chetwynd House Care Home in Chilwell, part of the Adept Care Homes group, recently held a successful pre-loved clothes sale, bringing residents, families, team members, and the local community together for a day of sustainable shopping and social connection.

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Chetwynd House Hits All the Right Notes to Win Best Vocal Choir

Residents from Chetwynd House Care Home were proud to take part in the Adept Christmas Choir Competition, enjoying a day full of festive music and joyful moments at St Catherine’s Church in Burbage.

The competition brought together choirs from across Adept Care Homes, creating a warm and uplifting atmosphere filled with Christmas cheer. Chetwynd House impressed the judges with strong harmonies and heartfelt singing, earning the award for Best Vocal Choir.

Chetwynd House Residents Singing at Adept's Annual Choir Competition
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Adept Care Homes Wins National Award for Excellence and Innovation in Dementia Care

Adept Care Homes is proud to announce that it has been named Best for Excellence and Innovation in Dementia Care at the Caring UK Awards 2025, a prestigious national event celebrating outstanding achievement across the social care sector.

The award recognises Adept Care Homes’ continued commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred dementia care through innovative practice, compassionate leadership and dedicated teams across its homes. Judges praised Adept for its forward-thinking approach, focus on meaningful engagement, and the positive impact its care has on residents and their families.

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Sleigh Bells Ring as Santa Returns for Breakfast at Chetwynd House

With only a few weeks until Christmas Day (yes, really!), residents and their families at Chetwynd House Care Home in Chilwell, Nottingham are already getting excited about the prospect of a visit from Father Christmas. The great news is, they won’t have to wait until December 24th for the jolly fellow to make his way to Nottinghamshire.

Despite this being the busiest month of the year for him, Old St. Nicholas has once again set aside time to visit residents, their families, friends, and members of the local community for a magical, memory-making morning at Chetwynd House.

This year’s much-loved Breakfast With Santa event will take place on Saturday 20th December, starting at 10:00am, at Chetwynd House Care Home, Slade Road, NG9 4GS.

Santa returns for breakfast at Chetwynd House
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Chetwynd House Stands Out for Presentation in Ready Steady Cook Competition

Residents at Chetwynd House Care Home have proudly taken home the award for “Best for Presentation” in this year’s Ready Steady Cook competition – part of Adept Care Homes’ commitment to promoting joyful, active and fulfilling lifestyles through meaningful resident-led activities.

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From Chetwynd House to the Cobbles! Jean Takes a Star Turn on Coronation Street

Chetwynd House Care Home Resident Visits Iconic TV Landmark for an Unforgettable Experience

There were smiles all around at Chetwynd House Care Home, in Chilwell, as resident Jean had her long-held wish come true — a very special trip to the world-famous Coronation Street set!

A lifelong fan of the beloved British soap, Jean is rarely without her daily dose of “drama on the cobbles.” So when she shared that her biggest wish was to visit the iconic filming location, the Chetwynd House team made it happen through their heartwarming Make A Wish program — an initiative dedicated to turning residents’ dreams into reality.

Jean, Chetwynd House Resident, at the Coronation Street Set
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Adept Care Homes Shortlisted for Two Prestigious Caring UK Awards

Midlands, UK – Adept Care Homes is delighted to announce that it has been named a finalist in two categories at the Caring UK Awards 2025: Care Group of the Year and Excellence and Innovation in Dementia Care.

The Care Group of the Year nomination is particularly special, as Adept Care Homes proudly won this award in 2024. Being shortlisted again reflects the group’s continued commitment to providing outstanding, resident-focused care across its homes.

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Adept Care Homes at the Caring UK Awards
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Sunflowers in Full Bloom: Adept Care Homes Celebrate Annual Gardening Competition

Residents across Adept Care Homes have once again put their green fingers to the test in the much-loved Annual Sunflower Competition, with this year’s tallest bloom reaching an incredible 9ft 4in (285cm) at Moat House Care Home.

The competition is a highlight of the year for residents and teams alike. It all begins with a celebratory planting session in spring, when residents plant not only sunflowers but also vegetables and other flowers as part of a wider gardening tradition. Exactly 100 days later, Grounds Manager Richard Mee makes his rounds with the measuring stick to determine which home’s sunflower stands the tallest.

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