18/07/2024
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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22/06/2023
Sponsoring the new APPG Inquiry into regeneration of outdated sheltered housing
The annual meeting of the APPG on Housing & Care for Older People initiated the most recent Inquiry; outdated sheltered housing.
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21/06/2023
Chair of Older People's Housing Taskforce visits Fern House
Prof. Julienne Meyer (Older People's Housing) visited Fern House, dementia care home, to learn about resident community & companionship for her government taskforce.
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15/06/2023
The benefits of eating together for older adults
In our fast-paced society, the simple act of sharing a meal together has taken a backseat for many individuals, however, there is a growing body of research that highlights the numerous benefits, particularly for older people.
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17/02/2023
How to upcycle your garden furniture | Abbeyfield Blog
It is nice to spend time in the garden in your favourite sunchair, but outdoor furniture can sometimes look a little worse for wear! Here we have some ideas for making your furniture look new again.
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11/01/2023
Older People's Housing Taskforce: Talking Diversity and Inclusion
Abdul, Head of Development & Relationships was invited to speak at the People Workstream meeting of the Older People's Housing Taskforce.
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26/10/2022
Remembering our founder
The founder of The Abbeyfield Society, Richard Carr-Gomm, passed away on this date in 2008. In the year when he would have celebrated his 100th birthday, we remember him and how Abbeyfield began over 65 years ago. We explore how his original vision persists and sustains the organisation, which continues to provide a vital service for older people in modern-day society.
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28/09/2022
Master craftsman Bernard is a model resident
Bradbury House resident Bernard Clipsham tells us about his hobby of model making, and how he came to create a whole miniature village.
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08/09/2022
The benefits of friendships for older people
Friendships have many benefits, including benefits to your overall health and wellbeing. We look at some of the benefits of friendships in older people, how to maintain friendships and how you can make new friends as an older person.
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04/05/2022
Audrey’s royal memories
Audrey Chalk, a resident of Bailey House in Alresford, Hampshire, recalls her memories of the Queen’s coronation, where she was a volunteer for the St John Ambulance service.
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