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News and stories from Abbeyfield. Discover the latest on age and ageing – from what's hitting the headlines, to stories from our homes and residents.
News and stories from Abbeyfield. Discover the latest on age and ageing – from what's hitting the headlines, to stories from our homes and residents.
The Abbeyfield Society has once again achieved 'one to watch' status from Best Companies, recognising us as one of the best large companies to work for in the UK in 2022. Through Best Companies' b-Heard survey, which measures staff engagement, Abbeyfield surpassed its score from 2021.
Bring some joy to your Easter celebrations with these charming knitted Easter chicks, designed to fit over a Creme Egg. Follow our pattern to create your own.
King Frederick of Prussia once said ‘a dog is a man’s best friend’ and while this is a very true statement there are many pets that can also make the perfect companion.
This Spring, we are encouraging you to step outside and draw inspiration from nature.
Love is in the air! Whether your showing someone else, or yourself a bit of love this valentines, Community Engagement Manager, Vicki Gillow, has a crafty activity for you to try at home – a stencilled mono print heart.
Pies are a traditional favourite for many, and with good reason – they’re steamy hot, delicious and can be a healthy contributor to your diet.
Have fun making prints that can be used for cards, decorations and gifts using recycled materials. This wonderful activity is a lovely way to reuse and upcycle packaging and paper.
Staying or starting to become more active can be more difficult as your get older, but there are lots of fun ways to stay fit and healthy at any age! Find out our top 10 fun activities for older people.
Visits from friends and family can comfort and reduce anxiety amongst loved ones with dementia at what is an otherwise lonely time.
To celebrate the festivities, Abbeyfield are running a special Christmas competition for National Gingerbread House Day where entries must create an Abbeyfield home – in gingerbread!
Abbeyfield has complied with the government’s guidance on managing the risk of COVID-19 and is COVID-secure. Please click to find out more about our response to the pandemic.
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