Yvonne and Jill of Harrier House Care Home Relive Fond Experiences with John Lewis Partnership
Yvonne Dench (93) and Jill Evans (87), two residents of Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall, spent countless Friday mornings, individually visiting their local John Lewis Store and café before moving into the care home. These two extraordinary women have now found a way, with the help of the team to relive those cherished moments in the comfort of their home.
Harrier House Care Home in Derby, part of family-run Adept Care Homes, has been awarded the High Commendation for Outstanding Smaller Care Provider for the third year running in the national Care Home Awards 2023.
The Care Home Awards is one of the most highly regarded accolades available in the UK’s health and social care sector which celebrates the good work, innovative thinking and excellence in care which continue to drive the sector. Adept Care Homes’ consistent high commendation highlights their unwavering pursuit of excellence and their commitment to enhancing the lives of their residents.
“We are immensely proud to have received this high commendation for “Outstanding Smaller Group Care Provider” at the Care Home Awards for the third year in a row,” said Joe Lock, Communities Director of Adept Care Homes. “This recognition reflects our unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional care and support to our residents. It is a true testament to the commitment and compassion of our incredible team.
Our homes pride themselves on their person-centred approach to care, which focuses on tailoring services to meet the individual needs and preferences of each resident. By promoting dignity, respect, and empowerment, our homes ensure that every resident receives the highest standard of care and enjoys a fulfilling and meaningful life within their homes.”
The high commendation at the Care Home Awards further validates Adept Care Homes’ position as a leader in the industry. It acknowledges its commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and the delivery of person-centred care that enhances the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the residents.
“We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated team and residents, whose trust and support have been instrumental in achieving this high commendation,” added Kenny Nelson, Managing Director of Adept Care Homes. “We remain dedicated to providing exceptional care and creating a vibrant community for our residents. This recognition inspires us to continue raising the bar and setting new standards of excellence in the care sector.”
Renowned TV Presenter and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador, Angela Rippon cut the ribbon and Officially Opened Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall, Nottingham on Saturday 1st July 2023.
Harrier House Care Home, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and enriching later life, is delighted to announce the official opening of its doors. Esteemed TV presenter Angela Rippon, joined by BBC’s Our Dementia Choir, graced the occasion with her presence, adding a touch of glamour to the event while highlighting the importance of quality care for the local community.
Harrier House Care Home scooped an award for its Specialist Care in End of Life Care at the annual Adept Excellence Awards Gala Night.
The home who prides itself in providing ‘a superb place to live or work’ was recognised for its efforts over the past 12 months.
“We are also proud that our work in End-of-Life Care has been recognised. We understand the need for excellent communication with family members and we strive to ensure residents and their families are well informed so that they can focus on the important things in life. We are exceptionally proud of our home and the hard work that goes on to make it the comfortable, happy place it is to live and work,” said Samantha Kavanagh, Home Manager.
“I am very pleased that we achieved the award as our aim and vision is to provide a consistently high-quality care standards, providing comfort and peace of mind, to our residents and their families, tailored around each individual and their own unique needs,” said Rebecca, Care Manager at Harrier House.
“I’m delighted and pleased for the team; it’s wonderful news and we are so glad they are recognised for the amazing work they do. Well done,” said Yvonne, a resident at Harrier House.
If you are looking for care or need any further help contact the home on 0115 704 4560”
It has been announced that BBC’s Our Dementia Choir is set to join former BBC 9’O’clock News Presenter and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador, Angela Rippon to officially open Harrier House Care Home this July. (July 1st 2023)
The residents, their relatives and the team at Harrier House are excited for the long-awaited Grand Opening which had to be rescheduled due to covid restrictions. Adept Care Homes will be hosting a lavish grand open ceremony for their newest care home, Harrier House in Hucknall.
A unique tour bus rolled into the Midlands based, award-winning care home, Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall to provide care team and relatives of their residents with a virtual experience of what it could be like to live with dementia, this Dementia Action Week (15-21 May 2023).
Family of Harrier House residents, some of whom are currently living with dementia hopped on board the specially equipped bus to experience what living with Dementia may be like for their loved ones.
A unique tour bus is rolling into the Midlands based, award-winning care home, Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall to provide care workers and residents relatives with a virtual experience of what it is like to live with dementia, this Dementia Action Week (15-21 May 2023).
Family of Harrier House residents who are currently living with dementia will be among the first to hop on board the specially equipped experience bus with Adept Care Home Dementia Manager, Karen Middleton leading the way.
It has been announced that former BBC 9’O’Clock News Presenter and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador, Angela Rippon is to officially open Harrier House Care Home this July. (July 1st 2023)
The residents, their relatives and the team at Harrier House are excited about the long-awaited Grand Opening which had to be rescheduled due to covid restrictions. Adept Care Homes will be hosting a lavish grand open ceremony for their newest care home, Harrier House.
Family-run Harrier House, part of Adept Care Homes offers a luxurious, award-winning service with the highest quality of care. Residents are tended to and cared for by the team, with their dignity, independence, and happiness as the cornerstone of their care.
Continue reading “ANGELA RIPPON (CBE), TELEVISION BROADCASTER, AND ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY AMBASSADOR SET TO OFFICIALLY OPEN HARRIER HOUSE CARE HOME.”Resident’s and team are delighted to be awarded the carehome.co.uk ‘Recommended Top 20 UK Care Home’ Award for 2023
Harrier House in Hucknall has received a Top 20 Care Home award which is based on over 265,000 reviews from care home residents as well as their friends and family.
Samantha Kavanagh, Home Manager and Sally Jackson, Senior Carer at Harrier House Care Home in Hucknall ‘BRAVED THE SHAVE’ by shaving their heads on Tuesday 28th February 2023 at Harrier House to support the resident’s social fund and their in-house ‘Make A Wish’ programme.
This fundraiser is part of a range of activities and fundraising events the team at Harrier House take part in, to ensure their residents are living meaningful and enriched lives as well as to give back to local communities, charities, and organisations.
“The home also has an in-house ‘Make A Wish’ program, where every resident is encouraged to make a wish, no matter how big or small,” said Sam.
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