16

Oct

Children bring the power of youth to Churnet Lodge

Pre-schoolers are bringing life and laughter to our residents with regular visits, thanks to a relationship with Abbotsholme School in Uttoxeter.

Colouring, jigsaws and sharing biscuits were the activities that brought together eight children aged three, four and five, and residents of Churnet Lodge, on their first visit on Monday 2nd October. Continue reading ““Children bring the power of youth to Churnet Lodge”“

16

Aug

Geoff scoops a top award for his ‘dignity’ role

Our care quality manager, Geoff Aris, has scooped a top award for helping residents at Barrowhill Hall maintain their dignity.

He was recognised at the Staffordshire County Council Dignity in Care Awards on Thursday 3rd August.  The awards are held annually to promote, recognise and reward those people whose actions make a difference and serve as an example to others.

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27

Jul

Devoted Bill and Ruth can stay together thanks to Barrowhill Hall

Bill and Ruth Smith, who’ve barely spent a day apart in more than 50 years, can be together forever thanks to Barrowhill Hall.

Bill, aged 91, moved in with us in March after ill health made it too difficult for him to manage at home.  His wife, Ruth, 81, who has dementia, moved with him so the couple wouldn’t be apart.

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