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 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.’.
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!
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 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 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.
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.
Gilles Laurent (59), a resident at Douglas Court Care Home in Derby who is passionate about food and worked as a chef at Bistro Pierre has been cooking up a storm in the kitchen thanks to the Care Homes Make A Wish program.
As part of Douglas Court & Adept Care Home’s Make a Wish initiative, which encourages over 500 residents to share their wishes, no matter how big or small, Gilles wrote his wish down and gave it to the Wellbeing Team. Every month at least one resident is picked at random to see their wish come true.
Gilles expressed his desire to be the home’s Head Chef for a day, a wish that was granted with heartfelt enthusiasm.
Residents at Douglas Court Care Home were treated to a special visit from Cupcake, the therapy horse, in an event that brought joy, laughter, and heart-warming moments to all.
Cupcake’s visits are more than just a delightful encounter; they offer residents a unique experience filled with fun, comfort, and therapeutic benefits. For those living with dementia, the presence of Cupcake stimulates memory recall, enhances mood, and provides valuable stimulation.
Douglas Court Care Home, a leading provider of specialised care in Derby, is thrilled to announce its nomination and selection as a finalist in the prestigious Care Home Awards 2024. The care home has been recognised for its exceptional dedication to excellence in two categories: “Best for Specialist Care (Dementia Care)” and “Best for Use of Care Management Software.”
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