Karen Shepperdson, Home Manager of Borovere Care Home in Alton, has once again donned her running shoes and won six medals at Disney World Florida as part of the runDisney marathon weekend. Karen is an avid runner, having completed the London Marathon eight times,...
The Manor Care Home in Old Windsor had some unusual guests last week thanks to Berkshire Reptile Encounters! The residents of the Greensleeves Care Home met a wide range of reptilian friends, including a blue-tongued skink, a giant tortoise, bearded dragons...
Freddie Howe, an Ely War Veteran, turned 100 in style on 11th January at The Orchards. Freddie has been local to the Ely area all of his life and moved to The Orchards in August 2020 where he has become a well-loved member of The Orchards family. The centenary...
Last week, two new international standards aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older people were approved by ISO (International Standardization Organisation). The standards were unanimously backed following four years of international collaboration with the UK...
Dementia and sleep – tips for a better night’s sleep Often people living with dementia find it difficult it get a good night’s sleep. This can be very difficult for both the person living with dementia and also their carer. We all know how important sleep is for...
