Heeley Bank Manager, Lynne Cannell and her team launched the 999 afternoon tea break week on Monday 3rd August with a celebration of Yorkshire pudding and onion gravy.

Lynne said "I'm delighted to be able to support local 999 front line workers in these difficult times and provide a light hearted refreshment service throughout this week in the car park."

Nora Batty lookalike visits Howgate House on Yorkshire Day and served a lovely Yorkshire lunch of sausages,mash and beans followed by apple pie and custard.

Everyone also enjoyed lots of Yorkshire based treats. 

Our Around the World party was a great success. Everyone was dressed their best and enjoyed our live social distancing entertainment by one of our regular singers Deborah. We had a buffet at dinner, a best dressed competition and a photo booth. Pictured is Jed representing Australia as Crocodile Dundee and Joyce representing the UK as the Queen.

The residents at Buckingham House will be encouraged to attach a wish written on a golden leaf, something they would like to do and the home will do what they can to facilitate the wish.

Our beautiful memory garden at Croft House is work in progress and is looking great. Residents will enjoy sitting, relaxing and looking at the different flowers and colours.



 

Local children took the time to create artwork and send letters to cheer up everyone at Heeley Bank during lockdown. The residents really liked the colourful pictures and the kind words.

Our residents and staff enjoyed a spot of gardening indoors at Carmel Lodge Care Home. It got a little competitive and people living with us are having a guess on who's sunflower will grow the tallest. 

We have received lots of lovely reviews over the last few weeks and we really do appreciate all the kind words. 

Here are a few examples. 

"Just want to say a massive thank you , to each and everyone of you for what you are all doing in caring for R, and looking after him and all the other residents at Howgate. Your dedication and commitment to those relying on your efforts can not be praised too highly. Wishing you all the very best and stay safe."

We received a lovely email from a member of the local community regarding one of our fabulous care staff here at Earsdon Grange.

To the manager,

Hydration Champion at The Hawthorns has started ‘Thirsty Thursday’. Last week was flavoured tea, with a variety of teas available for everyone to try. 

Water and milkshakes were also on offer.