21/06/2023
Chair of Older People's Housing Taskforce visits Fern House to hear from residents
Julienne Meyer, Professor Emerita of Nursing for Older People at City Universty, London and Chair of the Government-appointed Taskforce on Older People's Housing, visited Fern House to learn about its focus on community and companionship.
22/05/2023
Seed to feed project sprouts in Southampton
A new initiative is underway at Speedwell Court care home in Southampton to improve its green credentials and encourage residents to get more involved in the preparation of their meals.
16/05/2023
Abbeyfield residents across the country commemorate King Charles' coronation
From 6th-14th May, royal celebrations were in full swing at Abbeyfield with residents from houses and homes across the country commemorating the new King's coronation in a whole host of ways.
12/05/2023
Abbeyfield sheltered housing scheme for older people rejuvenates its garden for Coronation celebrations
Northfield Court celebrated the Coronation of King Charles III with the opening of a new section of their garden.
11/05/2023
Kenton care home hold special Coronation party
Kenton House care home for older people held a special party last weekend to celebrate the Coronation. The home invited its eight residents and their families, staff, volunteers and neighbours from the area to celebrate in style.
03/05/2023
Buxton Legacy grants fund enables redevelopment of Abbeyfield Masterton House, New Zealand
The Buxton Legacy was a generous bequest left to support international Abbeyfield Member Societies, which were to be used for the benefit of residents' living environments internationally.
26/04/2023
Halcyon House shop named in honour of former staff member
Residents at Halcyon House in Formby are enjoying the use of a newly opened shop, which has been named Stevenson's Store in honour of Chris Stevenson, a carer, who recently passed away after working at the home for 15 years. The shop has been stocked with essentials that the residents may need in their day-to-day lives.
22/04/2023
Earth Day 2023
Earth Day is celebrated each year on April 22nd to raise awareness and appreciation for our planet's natural environment. We look at some of the ways our homes are making changes and things you can do to make a difference.
20/04/2023
Church friends reunited in Locks Heath
Four friends from St John’s Church in Locks Heath have recently been reunited after coming to live together at Abbeyfield Court independent living with care complex in Southampton.