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At Redcot care home in Haslemere, Surrey, residents have welcomed two new furry additions to the home family – Socks and Slippers, two adorable, playful and friendly kittens. Not only have Socks and Slippers warmed the hearts of staff and residents alike, but the two new additions have also had an incredible and positive impact…
July has been a busy month for residents across our care homes, as they celebrated milestone birthdays, a loving wedding anniversary and more! Here are some of the highlights from July: Twinkle the cat helps Malvern resident celebrate her 95th Birthday Muriel Castledine recently celebrated her milestone 95th birthday at Davenham care home in Malvern,…
At The Lawn, our Alton-based residential care home, resident Betty Marlow had a lovely day celebrating her landmark 100th birthday. To mark her Centenarian Day, Betty was visited by her son, daughter and their partners who took her out for a special ham, egg and chips birthday lunch; but the festivities didn’t stop there. After…
As countries around the world locked down in response to Covid-19, the need for new ways to connect and interact with older generations has become painfully clear. At Friends of the Elderly we recognise that technology, while no substitute for direct contact, can alleviate feelings of loneliness and help provide a sense of comfort and…
The team at Bernard Sunley care home in Woking recently helped two of its residents celebrate their very special Sapphire 65th Wedding Anniversary. The couple have lived at Bernard Sunley for a combined total of nearly four years. They are a popular duo and have made firm friends with other residents and staff alike. The…