New chapter brings joy for Belper care home resident after family reunion
A resident at Aurem’s Kilburn care home who spent much of his childhood growing up in care says he feels he has “gained a part of my life back” after rebuilding family relationships and rediscovering his confidence later in life. Seventy-one-year-old Peter, who lives at Kilburn Care Home in Belper, has undergone a remarkable transformation […]
Sevenoaks care home’s new family-voted award recognises exceptional nurse
Westbank care home, in Sevenoaks, has introduced a new twist to its Employee of the Month awards by inviting residents’ families to help choose one of the winners for the first time. Westbank Care Home recognised three members of staff for their outstanding contributions during a special presentation celebrating the dedication and commitment of its […]
More Than a Meal: Why Food and Dining Matter in Care Homes
By Chelsea Jeffrey, Head of Food Experience, Aurem Care When people think about food in care homes, nutrition is often the first thing that comes to mind. Of course, ensuring residents receive balanced, nutritious meals is incredibly important. However, food and dining in a care home environment are about so much more than calories, vitamins […]
Caterham care home rated ‘Good’ in all areas by the Care Quality Commission
Colleagues at Aurem’s Glebe House care home in Caterham are celebrating following a positive result in their latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection. The inspection, carried out on 5 May 2026 and published on 3 June, rated the home as ‘Good’ across all five key areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led. The report highlighted […]
South Haven Lodge Care Home Achieves ‘Good’ Rating in Independent Inspection
South Haven Lodge Care Home in Southampton has received a positive outcome following a recent privately commissioned inspection, with the home rated as ‘Good’ overall. The inspection was carried out on 7th May 2026 by Simon Cavadino of The Woodberry Partnership, previously with the Care and Quality Commission (CQC). The report highlighted strong performance across […]
A Special Birthday Celebration at Kilburn Care Home
Residents and colleagues at Kilburn Care Home recently came together to celebrate a very special occasion — Stephan Talbot’s birthday — with a joyful afternoon filled with laughter, connection, and celebration. The home was beautifully decorated with black and gold banners and balloons, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Stephan was […]