Douglas Court, Derby, delighted audiences and judges alike with their imaginative performance, earning the title of Best Creative Choir at this year’s Christmas Choir Competition.
Douglas Court Wins Best Creative Choir at Christmas Competition
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Adept Care Homes Crowned ‘Care Group of the Year 2024’ at Caring UK Awards
Midlands-Based Care Group, Adept Care Homes who operate Douglas Court and Kiwi House Care Homes in Derby have been named ‘Care Group of the Year 2024’ at this year’s prestigious Caring UK Awards. This incredible recognition is a testament to their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care, fostering vibrant communities, and enhancing the lives of our residents across all their homes.
Adept Care Homes Christmas Choir Competition Returns for Another Festive Spectacle!
Adept Care Homes is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of its annual Christmas Choir Competition. This cherished tradition sees resident choirs from all Midlands-based Adept Care Homes gather at St. Catherine’s Church in Burbage, Leicestershire, celebrating the holiday season through song and community spirit.
40 and Fearless: Andy from Douglas Court Scales Ben Nevis to Raise £250 for Residents’ Social Fund
Andy (40), a dedicated member of the Douglas Court Care Home team, celebrated his 40th
birthday in truly unforgettable fashion! Andy took on the immense challenge of climbing Ben
Nevis, the UK’s tallest mountain, to raise money for the Residents’ Social Fund, aimed at
enhancing the well-being of residents through special events and activities.
Douglas Court Care Home in Derby Shortlisted for Two Prestigious National Awards!
Douglas Court Care Home in Derby 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 Douglas Court’s commitment to delivering exceptional care, support to its residents and its vision to be ‘a superb place to live or work.’.
Douglas Court Care Home Reach New Heights in Sunflower Showdown
This summer, residents at Adept Care Homes across the Midlands took part in a friendly battle of the blooms—our annual sunflower growing competition. After months of nurturing, chatting, and perhaps a little coaxing, we’re delighted to announce a tie for the top spot, with two homes achieving a jaw-dropping height of 10 feet 1 inch!
Douglas Court Care Home Marks Residents 104th Birthday with Over 100 Cards and a Surprise Visitor
This month, Douglas Court Care Home in Derby celebrated a truly remarkable milestone as resident Esme turned 104 years old. To mark this special occasion, the residents, team, and local community came together with a heartfelt goal: to ensure Esme received 104 birthday cards.
Douglas Court Care Home Unveils New Sensory Garden to Enhance Wellbeing for Residents
Douglas Court Care Home in Derby has launched a new sensory garden, an innovative space designed to enrich the lives of residents. The garden, built from scratch and designed with input from the residents themselves, is a testament to the creativity, collaboration, and community spirit of Douglas Court.
Douglas Court Care Home Wins Best for Dementia Care at 2024 Adept Care Awards In Excellence
Douglas Court Care Home in Derby has been recognised as the winner of the Best for Specialist Care (Dementia Care) category at the prestigious 2024 Adept Care Awards In Excellence ceremony.
This award highlights the exceptional quality of dementia care provided to residents, ensuring they receive the highest standards of person-centered care tailored to their specific needs. The accolade celebrates the dedication and hard work of the Douglas Court Care Home team, who consistently strive to create a compassionate and supportive living environment for all residents.
Midlands-Based Adept Care Homes Triumphs at National Care Home Awards with Two Prestigious Wins
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 Kiwi House and Douglas Court in Derby 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.
