Harrier House - Adept Care Homes

Curtain Up on a Dream Day: Harrier House Residents Enjoy Theatre Wish Come True

Posted on 10 September 202510 September 2025 by Lexie Jex

Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, UK – It was lights, music, and magic for three residents of Harrier House Care Home, who saw their special wish come true with an unforgettable trip to the theatre.

Joyce Pearson (92), Margaret Barlow (96), and their good friend Ivan “Dick” King (94) spent a joyous afternoon watching the beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof, as part of Harrier House’s Make a Wish programme.

The trio, all passionate about theatre and live performance, were thrilled from the moment the curtain rose. They laughed, sang along to familiar songs, and soaked up every moment of the colourful show.

Harrier House Residents Enjoy Theatre Wish Come True

Sunflowers in Full Bloom: Adept Care Homes Celebrate Annual Gardening Competition

Posted on 10 September 202510 September 2025 by Lexie Jex

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.

Adept Care Homes Celebrate Annual Gardening Competition

Adept Care Homes Launches ‘Stop The Clock’ Initiative to Celebrate Everyday Joy

Posted on 9 July 20258 August 2025 by Lexie Jex

Midlands, UK – July 2025 – Adept Care Homes has launched a heartfelt new initiative across all its care homes called ‘Stop The Clock’, designed to carve out moments of genuine connection and joy for residents and team members alike.

Twice a day, at 11:30am and 3:30pm, the usual routine takes a backseat as the homes pause the hustle for 10 minutes of pure, person-centred joy. Whether it’s a spontaneous sing-along, a quiet chat over tea, a game of dominoes, or a stroll in the garden, the focus is simple: connection.

Harrier House Celebrates Huge Success as Nottingham Leg Host for the Great British Care Cycle Relay

Posted on 17 June 202519 June 2025 by Lexie Jex

Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall proudly marked a memorable milestone on Saturday 14th June, hosting the Nottingham stage of the Great British Care Cycle Relay 2025—a day filled with joy, energy, and heartfelt community spirit.

Organised by Championing Social Care, the national relay brought together care workers, residents, families, and the local Hucknall community to celebrate the vital work of the social care sector and promote health, connection, and pride in care. Harrier House served as both the starting and finishing point for the Nottingham leg of the five-day nationwide event for Care Home Open Week.

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Great British Care Cycle Relay

Harrier House Honoured for Care Management Excellence at Glittering Gala

Posted on 19 May 202519 May 2025 by Lexie Jex

Harrier House Care Home was proudly awarded “Best for Care Management” during the glamorous Adept Awards in Excellence gala evening at the Hilton Hotel in Leicester.

Held on 7th May 2025, the evening celebrated the very best in social care, with a red-carpet welcome, fine dining, and moving tributes to teams who embody dedication and heart.

Harrier House Care Home Launches Heartwarming Mum’s & Tots Group to Unite Generations in Hucknall

Posted on 8 May 20258 May 2025 by Lexie Jex

Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall is buzzing with laughter, love, and little footsteps thanks to its heartwarming Mums & Tots mornings – a frequent event that’s fast becoming a favourite for residents, families, and local children alike.

Adept Care Homes Named Finalists in Prestigious 2025 Care Home Awards

Posted on 31 March 202531 March 2025 by Lexie Jex

After being recognised in 2024 Care Home Awards as the UK’s Outstanding Smaller Care Home Group, Adept Care Homes is proud to announce that they have once again been named finalists in the 2025 Care Home Awards, recognising excellence in care across the UK.

Adept Care Homes Announces the Return of ‘The Big Dementia Talk’ for Dementia Action Week 2025

Posted on 13 March 202513 March 2025 by Lexie Jex

Following the overwhelming success of last year’s inaugural event, Adept Care Homes is proud to announce the return of ‘The Big Dementia Talk’, a virtual event open to all at the start of Dementia Action Week 2025.

This insightful event, hosted by Karen Middleton, Adept’s Dementia Manager, aims to provide valuable information on dementia care, helping families, caregivers, and communities better understand and support those living with dementia. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session, ensuring their most pressing questions are answered by experts in the field.

Community Spirit Shines at Harrier House Care Home’s Blue Light Breakfast

Posted on 24 February 202524 March 2025 by Lexie Jex

Residents and team members at Harrier House Care Home recently hosted a special Blue Light Breakfast, welcoming local healthcare professionals and emergency services workers for a well-deserved morning of delicious food and heartfelt appreciation.