Abbeyfield News

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.

Abbeyfield Speedwell Court, a residential care home in Southampton’s West End, has been awarded £500 by the ‘Bags of Help’ Tesco Community Grant.

Occupational Therapist Courtney had never thought about working in dementia care before she started with Abbeyfield Winnersh — and never expected to enjoy so much.

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 – Director of Housing.

From her very first role as a Care Assistant, to today as Registered Care Home Manager of Browns Field House, Diana has always had a caring nature with a true passion for helping residents enjoy a good quality of life.

Hampton House in Solihull hosted a special arts and crafts activity for its residents on 4th November, in preparation for Remembrance Day.

Team Leader of Cunningham House, Michelle tells us all about her journey working with Abbeyfield over the past three and a half years; from work to study and more.

Peter Robinson, a resident at Abbeyfield Court in Locks Heath, has given 50 years to help UK charity fighting global poverty, Christian Aid.