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Ashtead care home residents get into the football spirit with World Cup-themed garden match

Residents at The Red House care home in Ashtead have been getting into the football spirit, inspired by the World Cup, with a fun-filled afternoon of football, music and friendly competition in the garden. The home, part of Aurem Care, transformed its outdoor space into a football pitch for a seated football session that combined gentle exercise, teamwork and plenty of laughter. Using a beach ball and an unused Zimmer frame as a makeshift goal, residents took part in a lively match after warming up

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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 team. Staff nurse Derrick became the first employee to receive an award voted for by residents’ relatives. Families praised Derrick for the exceptional care, compassion and support he provides to

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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 and dietary requirements. I have always believed that mealtimes are pivotal to a resident’s mood and to the overall atmosphere within a care home. Food is about far more than

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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 the consistently high standard of person-centred care delivered at Glebe House, with inspectors noting: “People told us staff were kind and they understood them as an individual, supported them to

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South Haven Lodge care home

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 all key areas, noting that the home is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led. Inspectors praised the person-centred approach to care, commenting:“Care was delivered in a calm, cheerful and dedicated

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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 treated to a delicious birthday cake, with residents and staff gathering to sing “Happy Birthday” and share in the celebrations. The afternoon included refreshments, birthday treats, and plenty of opportunity

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