Dove Tree House - Snow

A huge thank you to all our wonderful care teams!

Although lovely to see the snow in Devon (a rare thing!) it has presented challenges for many. Thank you to all of our care teams for going above and beyond, to keep our residents safe, warm and well-fed during the past few days. Many people were stranded at work, so kindly stayed to work shifts that others (trapped at home!), were unable to cover. I’m always overwhelmed by the kindness, generosity and selflessness of people in times of need. Thank you, you lovely people!

Coffee and cake

Spring Coffee Morning at Chollacott House

Everyone is welcome to pop along to Chollacott House, 61 Whitchurch Road in Tavistock on Tuesday 6th March from 10am until midday, for coffee and cake. Bring with you a smile, a friend and a generous purse. All donations to charity.

Dove Tree Chefs singing at the Christmas party

Singing Chefs at the Dove Tree Christmas party

Dove Tree House in Exeter held a Christmas Party for residents, family, friends and staff on Friday afternoon. A huge raffle, where everyone won a prize(or two), fun party games, a wonderful spread of food and Christmas karaoke led by Keith and Jake, the home’s chefs! Over £150 was raised for the residents fund. Well done all at Dove Tree xx

Bellringers of Horrabridge Primary School in Yelverton.

Bell Ringers at Chollacott House

Chollacott House in Tavistock are feeling fully festive after a visit from the Bellringers of Horrabridge Primary School in Yelverton.

St Petrocs Christmas Tree

The first tree to go up at St Petrocs in Bodmin…..

And it’s a beauty! Merry Christmas all at St Petrocs x

The Manor Resident, Heather's wish comes true

Heather’s wish to ride a horse, comes true at The Manor !

The wishing tree at The Manor is a wonderful idea, encouraging residents to think about something they have always wanted to do, but never had the opportunity. Heather is 85 and has recently recovered from a hip operation following a fall. She has always wanted to ride a horse. And yesterday, thanks to the Acorns & Squirrels Group, based at Oaklands Riding Centre in Alphington, her wish came true! It took eight people to get Heather onto the horse, but it was absolutely worth it, to see the joy on her face!

Nathan Coutts

Primrose House feature in the 2018 Luxury Care Home Guide

Stonehaven were invited to Coutts in London on Friday, to celebrate the inclusion of Primrose House in Knight Frank’s 2018 Luxury Care Home Guide. 100 of the most prestigious care homes across the county are featured in this beautifully presented guide, so it was a real honour to be there. Primrose House in Westward Ho! opened in September 2016. It’s location on the North Devon coast means that many of its 30 ensuite bedrooms enjoy views out to sea, as far as Saunton Sands and Lundy Island, on a clear day. The building was designed with the dementia resident in mind, with carefully chosen colours, lighting, textiles and lay-out. For more information about Primrose House, or to book an appointment to view, please call 01237 488023.

Fireworks at Chollacott House

Fireworks at Chollacott House

Staff and residents at Chollacott House and Drake enjoyed a wonderful fireworks display last night, from the warmth and comfort of the conservatory, whilst listening to ‘The Phantom of the Opera.’ Butternut squash and Chili Soup was served, followed by Parkin, a cake inextricably linked to the Guy Fawkes celebration, with the ‘Parkin’ being representative of the bonfire.

 

Western Morning News: Fast Growth 75

How exciting to be number 54 of the fastest growing businesses in the West! A lovely feature on Stonehaven in yesterday’s Western Morning News ‘Fast Growth 75’ supplement.

Donnington House - Halloween 2017

Halloween Fun at Dove Tree House

Really enjoying the Halloween photos that have been sent to me at Support Office this morning! It looks like a lot of fun was had at Dove Tree House in Exeter, with residents, staff and family members all getting into the spirit (pun!), with amazing costumes, pumpkin carving, spooky games and terrifying food!