Charity Begins at… Kiwi House Care Home as Residents Volunteer at Charity Shop.

Residents from Kiwi House Care Home in Alvaston Volunteer at Head Ways Charity Shop.

Residents, Terry (81) and Colin (86) from Kiwi House Care Home took their community spirit to new heights by volunteering at the Head Ways Charity Shop in Allenton. Head Ways is a charity dedicated to supporting individuals after brain injuries, providing vital resources and assistance to those in need.

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Transforming Care: Adept Care Homes’ ‘Carer for a Day’ Initiative Redefines Resident Experience

Adept Care Homes breaks new ground with its transformative project, ‘Carer for a Day,’ designed to enrich resident care by immersing directors and support team members in frontline roles. This innovative approach not only strengthens operational collaboration but also nurtures a deeper connection with residents, ensuring their needs are met with unparalleled dedication.

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A Magical Christmas Wish Granted for Betty at Kiwi House Care Home

Kiwi House Care Home in Alvaston, Derby has sorn to new heights this year with its successful and heartwarming Make a Wish program. One resident whose Christmas wish was granted through the Make A Wish program. Betty, with her simple yet heartfelt wish to lay her eyes on a real reindeer at Christmas, experienced a magical day filled with wonder and joy.

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Kiwi House Care Home Delights in Regional Christmas Choir Competition.  

Residents at Kiwi House Care Home Triumph in Regional Christmas Choir Competition.

The festive spirit resonated joyously as residents from Kiwi House Care Home in Alvaston, forming the esteemed ‘choir club,’ celebrated a remarkable victory in the annual company-wide Christmas Choir Competition. Held at St. Catherine’s Church in Burbage, the competition has become a cherished tradition for the Midlands-based care home residents.

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Tis The Season to be Together as Douglas Court & Kiwi House Care Home Opens their Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in their Elderly Community.

Local Care Homes to Open Its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in Older People

Douglas Court and Kiwi House Care Homes in Derby are embracing the spirit of giving this holiday season by extending a heart-warming invitation to older people in the community who would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone. The care homes are opening their doors on Christmas Day to welcome local, lonely seniors to join their residents for a joyous celebration, featuring a traditional Christmas dinner, party games, and a special viewing of the King’s Christmas speech.

Loneliness can be more prevalent during the festive period and when a Charity spoke to older people in August about their Christmas plans, almost 1.5 million over 65s said they usually feel lonelier at Christmas than any other time of year, and around one million said they will be eating dinner alone on Christmas Day.

With the holiday season approaching, Douglas Court and Kiwi House are dedicated to ensuring that no senior in their community feels isolated or forgotten during this festive time of year. The event, titled “Tis the Season To Be Together,” will bring together seniors from the local area to create new memories, share the warmth of the season and hopefully create some long lasting friendships.

“We believe that no one should be alone on Christmas Day. We want to create a warm and welcoming environment where everyone can come together to celebrate and share in the joy of the holiday,” said Colleen McKay, the Home Manager of Kiwi House. “Our residents are looking forward to having new friends join them, and we can’t wait to provide a special day full of laughter, delicious food, and camaraderie.”

The teams at Douglas Court and Kiwi House are actively requesting and collaborating with local community organisations and volunteers to try and make transportation available for those who require it. If anyone can help, please contact the home. The goal is to make participation in this heartwarming event as convenient and enjoyable as possible.

The event will take place at both Douglas Court and Kiwi House on Christmas Day, [25/12/23]. Anyone interested in attending is encouraged to RSVP by 15th December 23 to help the care home make appropriate preparations.

Our homes believe that this initiative reflects the essence of the holiday season by uniting the community, fostering new friendships, and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can experience the joy of Christmas. No one should have no one this Christmas.

Adept Care Homes Strengthens Commitment to Care Workers’ Welfare by Renewing Support for Care Workers in Need

Adept Care Homes is pleased to announce the renewal of its supporter membership with the Care Workers’ Charity (CWC), an organisation dedicated to providing essential support to care workers. By reaffirming their commitment, Adept Care Homes continues to demonstrate its unwavering support for the well-being of care workers across the industry.

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Adept Care Homes Ignites New Role as Board Appoints New Group Chief Fire Warden!

Adept Care Homes, Appoints New Group’s Chief Fire Warden to tackle Fire Safety Across Care Homes.

Adept Care Homes is proud to announce the appointment of Jason Morris, as the new Group’s Chief Fire Warden, effective from October 1st, 2023. This significant appointment underscores the organisation’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of fire safety across its care facilities.

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Residents at Kiwi House Care Home Travel the World with VR Experience.

Residents at Kiwi House Care Home in Alvaston, Derby we’re amazed an all-new immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experience.

Thanks to a generous donation of VR headsets from Chalcot Care, Kiwi House residents embarked on virtual journeys around the world and immerse themselves in tranquil and captivating landscapes, all from the comfort of their cinema room.

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Kiwi House Care Home Introduces Cutting-Edge VR Experience for Residents, With Help from Chalcot Care

Kiwi House Care Home in Alvaston, Derby is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of an innovative and immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experience for its residents. Thanks to a generous donation of VR headsets from Chalcot Care, Kiwi House residents will soon embark on virtual journeys around the world and immerse themselves in tranquil and captivating landscapes, all from the comfort of their home.

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Kiwi House Care Home Receives Generous Donation From Local Allotment Members.

Highfields Lane Allotments Members Unite to Support Local Care Home, Kiwi House Care Home in Alvaston, Derby.

Highfields Lane Allotments, a vibrant community of gardeners, has come together to extend a helping hand to the local community in Derby. With their green thumbs and generous hearts, the allotment members have successfully raised funds to support several deserving local community groups, including the resident’s social fund at Kiwi House Care Home.

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