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Olive Soars to New Heights in Dream Helicopter Ride Thanks to The Old Vicarage Care Homes ‘Make a Wish’ Program

Olive Riley (90), who resides at The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield, has her wish come true, following the homes recently re-launched, resident focused ‘Make a Wish’ programme.

Residents are encouraged to write down their biggest wish for 2023 and place it on the home’s ‘wishing tree’. Every month, one wish is randomly picked, and the dedicated activities and wellbeing team set to work making the big dream come true.

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Award Winning Excellence for The Old Vicarage Care Home

The Old Vicarage Care Home scooped an award for Best for Wellbeing 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 so proud that we have achieved the Wellbeing award. The wellbeing of our residents is always paramount in everything we do, and life at The Old Vicarage is designed to provide a full range of enriching physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The sense of community and companionship offered by all our social areas and communal activities helps promote their independence, choice and dignity,” said Jordelle Foulkes, Trainee Home Manager.

“I am very pleased that we got this award, our team demonstrates exceptional efforts in creating positive and sustainable impacts on the quality of life, health, and happiness of the individuals in our home, it is all about teamwork and pulling together to give our residents 100%” said Area Support Manager, Kirsty Carter.

“Well done to the team, it’s wonderful news and well deserved,” said Hazel, Resident at The Old Vicarage.

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If you are looking for care or need any further help contact the home on 01246 384 121.”

Award Winning Excellence for Moat House Care Home

Moat House Care Home receive awards for Local Community Inclusion and the Prestigious Gold Award 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 so proud that we have achieved the Gold Award for Outstanding Achievement in the group. This award category highlights the accomplishments and contributions of the entire care home team, that has set itself apart by consistently delivering high-quality care and making a significant positive impact on the lives of all our residents,” said Hayley Langley, Home Manager.

“I am very pleased that we got the local community award as we strive to keep our residents in-tune with community life. It is all about teamwork and pulling together to give our residents 100%; We are all so passionate about our residents lifestyle and wellbeing. We are exceptionally proud of our home and the hard work that goes on to make it the vibrant, happy place it is to live and work,” said Activities Co-ordinator, Cathy Brown.

“I’m delighted and pleased for everyone. You all look after us so well, it’s wonderful news, well done,” said Marilyn, a resident at Moat House.

If you are looking for care or need any further help contact the home on 01455 633271.”

Award Winning Excellence for Kiwi House Care Home

Kiwi House Care Home scooped an award for Lifestyle and Entertainment 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 we have achieved the Lifestyle & Entertainment award. The wellbeing of our residents is always paramount in everything we do, and life at Kiwi House is designed to provide a full range of enriching physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The sense of community and companionship offered by all our social areas and communal activities helps promote their independence, choice and dignity,” Colleen Mckay, Home Manager.

“I am very pleased that we got the award as we work tirelessly to provide the residents with a stimulating lifestyle and some of the best care home entertainment around, it is all about teamwork and pulling together to give our residents 100%, We are all so passionate about our residents lifestyle and wellbeing, We are exceptionally proud of our homes and the hard work that goes on to make it the vibrant, happy place it is to live and work,” said Front of House Manager, Mark Whithorn.

“I’m delighted and pleased for everyone, it’s wonderful news and well deserved, well done,” said Sid Lusted, Resident at Kiwi House.

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If you are looking for care or need any further help contact the home on 01332 755892.”

Award Winning Excellence for Harrier House Care Home

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”

Award Winning Excellence for Chetwynd House Care Home

Chetwynd House Care Home scooped an award for its Nutrition, Food and Dining Experience 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.

“It’s amazing that our hard work has been recognised, our hospitality team is passionate about leading change within the field of culinary and hospitality in our care home settings. We take pride in producing healthy, appetising food that provides good nutrition and hydration, which is essential to wellness and the physical and mental well-being of our residents. Delicious menus are inspired by the residents themselves and every decision at the home is resident-led,” said Naomi Jones, Hospitality Manager for Adept Care Homes and Chetwynd House Care Home.

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ALL STAR LINE UP FOR OFFICAL GRAND OPENING OF HARRIER HOUSE CARE HOME  

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.  

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Bowood Court & Mews Care Home is Set to Officially Open New Pub For Residents

Bowood Court & Mews in Redditch is set to celebrate the official Grand Opening of its new onsite Pub, The Queens Elizabeth Arms on Monday 26th June 2023.

Residents can now enjoy a tipple down at their ‘local’, after the care home transformed its leisure and wellbeing facilities to include a traditional English Pub and Beer Garden, where the authentic pub atmosphere comes to life.

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School Intergenerational Project Delights Moat House Care Home Residents

Residents at family-run Moat House Care Home in Burbage have been participating in an all new ‘Intergenerational Project’ with the students at Hastings High School, in partnership with Leicestershire County Council.

The project was started by Burbage Local Area Co-ordinator, Rachel Ball, designed to support and strengthen the local community links around the village of Burbage.

John Wheat, Resident at Moat House, with students Keira, Isla, and Dillon.
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All Aboard for Enhancing Dementia Care at Harrier House Care Home

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.

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