Residents and staff at Friars Mead care home have celebrated a special milestone for their Housekeeper, Liz Swindles, who has just passed a quarter of a century working there.

Residents, staff and supporters have been busy with their preparations for Christmas, which included turning their hands to baking gingerbread houses, with some incredible results.

Theresa started her journey with Abbeyfield back in 2012 as a Housekeeper. Dedicated and passionate about delivering the best customer service, she has since worked her way up to her current role – Regional Director of the North.

The workforce in the UK is getting older; 8 in 10 menopausal women are in work. We believe in talking about menopause more openly in the workplace, and giving individuals the confidence and knowledge to seek or offer support.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of our new Chief Executive Officer, Paul Tennant.

The Abbeyfield Creative Writing Competition, which took place over Abbeyfield Week in June, attracted over 70 brilliant submissions from Abbeyfields around the world.

Abbeyfield Week, from 5th-13 June, provided the opportunity to reflect on what makes our houses and homes a special place to live.

Tamar House Residential Home, managed by the Abbeyfield Tamar Society, has been identified by Plymouth City Council as a leader by example over the last year, promoting good practice across the home.

Professor Deborah Sturdy OBE, Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, has been making good on her pledge to get to know those working on the frontline by paying a virtual visit to Abbeyfield Winnersh.