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Weekly singalong hits the right note with Chesterfield care home residents

September 10, 2026

A weekly singing session at a Chesterfield care home is proving a big hit with residents, bringing people together for music, friendship and plenty of conversation. More than 20 residents and friends at Brimington Care Home, part of Aurem Care, regularly take part in the Wednesday morning singalong, which has become a firm fixture in the home’s calendar. The hour-and-a-half sessions are hosted by volunteers Margaret and Sandra and feature residents’ favourite songs and well-known tunes from years gone by. As well as joining in

Wild West comes to Caterham care home

September 2, 2026

Residents at Buxton Lodge care home in Caterham saddled up for a day of Wild West fun, complete with cowboy-themed wanted posters, music, decorations and a very special cake. Residents, relatives and staff at the Aurem Care home all got involved in the themed celebration, which transformed Buxton Lodge into its own corner of the Wild West. One of the highlights was creating personalised wanted posters featuring the faces of residents and staff. The posters proved such a hit that residents asked for their own

Kilburn care home resident enjoys the fruits of his labour in care home garden

August 10, 2026

A resident at Kilburn Care Home in Belper has been enjoying the rewards of a much-loved hobby after helping to grow a selection of fresh fruit and vegetables. Stanley Wright, who has always had a passion for gardening, has been supported by the team at the Aurem Care home to spend time outdoors tending to the garden. His dedication paid off with a healthy harvest of tomatoes, strawberries, cucumbers and salad vegetables. One of the highlights was seeing Stanley proudly holding freshly picked strawberries and

Vintage tea party brings families together at Caterham care home

August 6, 2026

Residents, relatives and staff at Glebe House Care Home in Caterham enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with a traditional afternoon tea as the home hosted its annual Summer Party. This year’s celebration took on a charming vintage tea party theme, with the home beautifully decorated to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone attending. Entertainment was provided by singer Lizzie and DJ Denny, who kept residents, families and friends singing along and dancing throughout the afternoon, creating a real sense of celebration. The home’s chef

Belper care home celebrates resident Don’s 95th birthday with magical family party

August 5, 2026

A resident at a Kilburn care home marked his 95th birthday in style with a celebration filled with family, laughter, magic – as well as a dog that stole the show by driving a miniature car! Don Kent, who lives at Kilburn Care Home in Kilburn, near Belper, part of Aurem Care, was joined by generations of his family, fellow residents and staff for a memorable birthday party to celebrate the milestone. The home was decorated for the occasion as guests enjoyed a delicious buffet

Llamas prove the stars of the show at Penicuik care home open day

July 30, 2026

Residents, families and members of the local community came together for a fun-filled open day at Aaron House care home in Penicuik, enjoying an afternoon of animals, entertainment, games and homemade treats. One of the biggest attractions was a petting zoo, where residents and visitors had the opportunity to meet a host of friendly animals including llamas, chickens, ponies, guinea pigs and goats. The two inquisitive llamas quickly stole the spotlight as residents enjoyed petting the animals, learning more about them and posing for photographs.

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