Great Torrington Gets Growing for a New Project

Great Torrington Gets Growing for a New Project

Chenie, House Manager of Glen Tor, has been busy fundraising for a brand new greenhouse, and the wait is almost over.

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A hub for the Clitheroe community

A hub for the Clitheroe community

Learn more about how Abbeyfield Lancashire Extra Care Society (ALECS) in Clitheroe transformed their care home into a thriving community hub for residents and locals alike, offering dementia-friendly care and a welcoming space for various groups.

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Community blooms with Winnersh’s allotment project

Community blooms with Winnersh’s allotment project

Winnersh is developing an allotment to grow fresh produce, promoting sustainability and community engagement. Partnering with a dementia charity, the project offers therapeutic benefits and strengthens community ties. Residents are encouraged to participate, and the garden aims to supply the kitchen with homegrown vegetables and herbs.

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Hill House tackles loneliness with ‘Don’t Eat Alone’ lunch

Hill House tackles loneliness with ‘Don’t Eat Alone’ lunch

Hill House care home in Honiton hosted a "Don't Eat Alone" lunch, providing free food, music, and company to locals who live alone. The successful event, following a similar Christmas dinner, aimed to combat loneliness and may become a regular occurrence, with the home hoping attendees will consider Hill House for future care.

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Speedwell Court seeks community support to secure crucial funding for dementia lunch club

Speedwell Court seeks community support to secure crucial funding for dementia lunch club

Speedwell Court, a care home in Southampton, runs a free monthly Community Lunch Club for people with dementia and their carers. The Club is reaching out for public support through the Co-op Local Community Fund to keep the service running.

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Hill House treats guests to Christmas dinner to help combat loneliness

Hill House treats guests to Christmas dinner to help combat loneliness

Hill House hosted a Christmas dinner for local residents who would otherwise have been alone on Christmas Day.

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Speedwell Court in the community

Speedwell Court in the community

Speedwell Court care home recently launched their own community-focused projects.

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Inspiring Inclusion: International Women's Day 2024

Inspiring Inclusion: International Women's Day 2024

The International Women's Day 2024 theme is 'Inspire Inclusion'.

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Preparing for Winter's frost: Top tips to stay warm in colder temperatures

Preparing for Winter's frost: Top tips to stay warm in colder temperatures

With the recent time change, the days are growing darker sooner, signalling the onset of colder weather. While this transition may pose challenges, the positive news is that there are numerous habits to ensure our well-being, warmth, and readiness for the winter season.

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Craft your own traditional Christmas Wreath

Craft your own traditional Christmas Wreath

In its simplest form, a wreath is a circular arrangement of materials, and its history is as rich and diverse as the traditions it embodies. Crafting your own Christmas wreath is a delightful way to infuse personal creativity into this centuries-old tradition.

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