Articles & News

07/01/2025

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.

• From our Homes
• Campaigns and Awareness
• In the Community

05/01/2025

All the trimmings

Abbeyfield homes across the country celebrated Christmas with festive events, decorations, and special guests, creating unique and magical experiences for residents.

• From our Homes

02/01/2025

Festive Decoration Challenge winners announced

Abbeyfield residents dazzled judges with their amazing Christmas decorations, with top honours going to Bramhall's homemade charm, Esk Moors Lodge's stunning tree, and Lee House's eco-friendly inventive Christmas creations.

• From our Homes

26/12/2024

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.

• From our Homes
• In the Community

13/12/2024

Residents and staff urge MPs to appreciate the value of sheltered housing

Residents and staff at Abbeyfield Living Society sheltered housing schemes across the UK hosted MPs on Starts at Home Day to highlight the value of sheltered housing, raise awareness of the challenges faced by providers, and build political support for better investment in services for older people.

• From our Homes
• Abbeyfield News
• Campaigns and Awareness

09/12/2024

Resident, staff and volunteers invited to attend Westminster Abbey Together at Christmas Carol Service

Representatives from Abbeyfield were honoured to attend the Royal Carol Service at Westminster Abbey, in recognition for their outstanding contributions to their communities.

• Abbeyfield News
• From our Homes
• Our people

04/12/2024

A proud tradition of volunteering

Founded in 1956, Abbeyfield provides various housing options for older people, with a long tradition of volunteers enriching residents' lives through companionship, activities, and community support. This International Volunteer Day, we celebrate our volunteers' dedication and the positive impact they make.

28/11/2024

Paul Holmes MP visits Abbeyfield Court for Starts at Home Day

Paul Holmes MP visited Abbeyfield Court to learn about the benefits of sheltered housing and the challenges faced by providers like Abbeyfield.

• From our Homes
• Campaigns and Awareness

28/11/2024

Hampton House recognises residents and staff who make a special difference

Hampton House in Solihull held an awards ceremony to thank residents, staff, and volunteers for creating a warm and friendly atmosphere at the independent living complex.

• From our Homes