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Moving into a care home made easy

Our care team are here to make sure that making the move is as easy as possible for you and your loved one. If you still need reassurance, here are some stories from our residents, their families and our care team.

More...Lifestyle Award 2024

In June, our tenth anniversary year of the Maria Mallaband Care Group Care Awards took place, celebrating and shining a spotlight on excellence.
We would like to say a huge congratulations to our very own Genesi Carroll who won the More...Lifestyle Award!

More...Lifestyle Award 2024 - Bowerfield Court

Front of House Champion Award 2024

In June, our tenth anniversary year of the Maria Mallaband Care Group Care Awards took place, celebrating and shining a spotlight on excellence.
We would like to say a huge congratulations to our very own Emilia Gajewska who won the Front of House Champion Award!

Front of House Champion Award 2024 - Bentley Grange/ Kents Hill

Claremont animals

We loved having Animals2usouthwest visit us last week. Marie was very knowledgeable, and shared interesting facts about the animals she brought along. We had two guinea pigs, two tortoises and a bearded dragon, it was a delightful experience. We are looking forward to her next visit already!

Bowerfield court picnic day

The people living at Bowerfield Court enjoyed time in their garden for a More...fresh air session as they celebrated International Picnic Day! Everyone enjoyed having homemade profiteroles, sandwiches, and fresh juices for the sunny weather! ☀️

International Picnic Day

Claremont 5 star food hygiene

We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a 5-star food hygiene rating. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our incredible kitchen team.

Claremont Manor's 5-star food hygiene rating

Claremont Manor visit from Little Gems Childcare

This week Claremont Manor welcomed 'Little Gems Childcare' into their home. Gemma, Sarah and the 6 little ones were a joy and the people living at Claremont Manor adored spending time with them. Together they painted pebbles and enjoyed some refreshments.

A visit from Little Gems Childcare

Lace Hill summer fete

What a wonderful day at Lace Hill's Summer Fete!

Lace Hill's Summer Fete

Rosedale Philipino day

Rosedale Care Home celebrated Philippines Day this week as part of the Celebrating Cultures programme. The people living at Rosedale had a great time learning more of the history, culture, religions and most of all getting to taste some delicious Filipino food.

Philippines Day

Windsor Court trip out

Some of the people living at Windsor Court took a short minibus ride up the hill to The Priory last week to see members of the English Symphony Orchestra wind section perform a relaxed concert, as part of the Elgar Festival.

English Symphony Orchestra

Bentley Grange chef, Matt

Meet Matt, our Head Chef.

Meet Bentley Grange's Chef

Just bowl game at Claremont Manor

The people living at Claremont Manor have been enjoying bowls this week, with laughter echoing and competitive spirits high. Mike emerged as the champion this time, but who will it be next? Mike revealed that he used to play at Kingsteignton Bowling Club, so he might be tough to beat!

Just Bowl game at Claremont Manor

Claremont Manor at the EAT festival in Dawlish

Last Sunday, Claremont Manor made a memorable impression at the highly anticipated Eat Festival in Dawlish. The event, which drew food enthusiasts from near and far, saw our complimentary sweet and savoury snacks become the talk of the day.

Claremont Manor at The Eat Festival

Manorhey trip out

Some of the ladies from Manorhey had the chance to pay Manchester city centre a visit this week. They had a trip to Costa coffee for a hot brew and had a lovely chat about their childhoods growing up in Manchester.

A day out in Manchester

Just bowl game outside at Chartwell

Chartwell Manor had a great game of Just Bowl outside in the sun this week. Everyone enjoyed ice cream and played very well, especially our winner Bill. We can't wait for our next outdoor game...

Just Bowl in the garden

Parksprings day out to Strathclyde park

A few ladies from Parksprings Care Home enjoyed a great day out at Strathclyde park. They enjoyed a trip out in their minibus and visited the loch with the ducks. Some of the ladies remembered the park before the loch was built and spoke about all the good all times they had there.

Trip to the park

World baking day

Happy World Baking Day 🍰...the people who live at Water Royd got their bake on and made some delicious cookies and tray bakes on Friday morning with their Lifestyle team. Everyone who took part said how much they loved getting stuck in and enjoyed them afterwards with a lovely cuppa.

World Baking Day

MMCG Master Chef 2023 winner

The 2024 Master Chef cook-off 2024 begins next week!

We spoke to last year's winner, Michael Craig, Chef at Birch Heath Lodge who has been invited to be a judge at this years competition.

He said:

MMCG Master Chef

Joan's 100th birthday party

Joan celebrates her 100th Birthday!

Joan with her Family, MP Tan Dhesi, and staff of Windmill Care Centre all got together to celebrate this special birthday.

Joan's 100th Birthday Party

Manorhey celebrating Eid

In the spirit of togetherness, let's rejoice in the traditions, flavours, and joys that Eid brings. Whether it's the aroma of delicious food, the sound of laughter echoing through the halls, or the beauty of shared stories, may this Eid be a reminder of the beauty in every moment.

Celebrating Eid

Windsor Court's visit to Morgon Motor Cafe

Windsor Court enjoyed another lovely morning visit to the Morgan Motor Café this week. There’s so much for the people living with us to look at, they all find it very interesting and a great day out. The coffee and cakes are also very delicious.

Morgon Motor Cafe

Chartwell raising money for Parkinson's Day

Yesterday was World Parkinson's Day, so in aid of this Chartwell Manor turned blue for the day.

World Parkinson's Day

National Scrabble Day

Bowerfield Court celebrated National Scrabble Day by holding Scrabble competitions in their lounge this week. The people living at Bowerfield Court also enjoyed creating Scrabble artwork, connecting different words together to create beautiful masterpieces.

National Scrabble Day

Willowbank entertainment

Willowbank had a fantastic afternoon with entertainment from Emma. She sang all kinds of songs from the years gone by, which got everyone singing and dancing along.

Live entertainment

World waffle day at Bowerfield Court

Some of those living at Bowerfield Court had a delightful time celebrating International Waffle Day!
Brian was in charge of making the delicious homemade waffles with the assistance of our chef Brenden, while Glenys and Diane had the choice of many different toppings to accompany these.

World Waffle Day

Chartwell Mother's Day

Chartwell Manor had a great time celebrating Mother's day. Friends and family were invited for cream tea and then everyone danced the afternoon away. Thank you to the wonderful entertainer who sang songs of all kinds which everyone sang along to.

Claremont open day

Claremont Manor hosted their wonderful open day. It was filled with a number of fun activities and taster sessions to give the local community an understanding of what they have to offer and the incredible care that will be available once open.

Thanks to all who attended.

Claremont Manor Open Day

Easter bonnet making at Willowdene

Willowdene had a great arts and crafts session making Easter Bonnets. This is something they do every year, holding a competition for best hat, with prizes for the winners.

Good luck to everyone creating Easter Bonnets!

Easter at Willowdene

Chartwell Clean planet

Chartwell Manor have been looking after their local community by taking part in the Clean Planet project.

The people living at Chartwell Manor have been walking around their local area, tidying it up and litter picking.

Valentine's Day at Water Royd

Water Royd care home celebrated Valentine's Day in style... they enjoyed a singalong and had strawberry and marshmallow skewers (covered in chocolate, of course!). Everyone was then treated to a Valentine's gift, and had the opportunity to take part in a Valentine's photoshoot.

Happy Valentine's Day

Pancake van at Glennie House

Glennie House celebrated pancake day with a special visit from 'Get Stacked Pancake Van'. Everyone enjoyed their tasty treat, followed by an afternoon of singing and dancing with live entertainment from singer Charlie and his guitar.

Chartwell Chinese new year

Chartwell Manor celebrated Chinese New Year with their chef Jinfu. He spoke to the people living with us about Chinese traditions, and taught everyone how to use chopsticks. This was followed by a quiz, games, and lots of fun with family and friends.

Chinese New Year

Chinese new year at Abingdon Court

Celebrating cultures is a huge part of Abingdon Court and this month they focused on the Chinese New Year! 🎉

Chinese New Year

Burns night at Earsdon Grange

Earsdon Grange had a great time celebrating Burns Night. They read poems, did a quiz and did some Burns Night arts and crafts.

For tea, the people living at Earsdon Grange had haggis, tatties and leaks, and a dram of whiskey.

The Wharf's dignity tree

The Wharf has been celebrating Dignity Action Day. The people living at The Wharf, along with members of staff have been wearing red in honour of this special day, and they have all worked together to create a 'Digni-tree' on each floor.

Dignity Action Day

Chartwell Manor coffee morning with family

Chartwell Manor had a lovely coffee morning with friends, family and members of staff. They enjoyed lots of sweet treats, followed by a quiz and some singing. A great morning, filled with lots of fun.

Chartwell Manor's Coffee Morning

Bentley grange build update

Build update...

Exciting developments for Bentley Grange.

The building is really starting to feel like a home, especially now all exterior building work is complete, and all three floors have been built.

Bentley Grange Build Update

Bentley grange features

The stunning interior of Bentley Grange has been carefully tailored to the needs of the people living with us and offers spacious and unique modern facilities; some you may not expect from a care home.

Bentley Grange Facilities

Kings Court drumming activity

Everyone at Kings Court loves their new drum based activity.

They always manage to make a lot of noise but it is a great laugh and lots of fun.

Drumming Activity

Amber Court New years party

Amber Court had a wonderful New Years Eve party for the people living with us, staff, and family and friends.

The evening was filled with joyous singing on karaoke, lots of dancing along, and our favourite drinks as we raised a glass to 2024.

New Years Party

Manorhey New Years Eve celebrations

Manorhey welcomed in the new year with a brilliant new years eve party, with live entertainment, a delicious buffet, and a glass of fizz or two.

Family and friends joined in on the celebrations as we entered 2024. Here's to a happy and prosperous year!

New Years Eve Celebrations

Manorhey Garden centre visit at Christmas

The people living at Manorhey Care Home enjoyed a lovely day trip out to Bents garden centre where they soaked in all festive feelings as they walked around the beautifully decorated trees and festive ornaments.

Christmas visit to the garden centre

Reindeer visiting Corinthian House

Corinthian House enjoyed a visit from Santa's reindeers.

Emmett's Genies Charity work

Chartwell Manor made the Berryfields News this week with their fabulous work they have been doing for Emmett’s Genies Charity. They helped create Christmas for their year-in-a-day event for critically ill children.

Chartwell Manor's charity work with Emmett's Genies

odd sock day Bowerfield Court

The people living with us at Bowerfield Court celebrated Anti-Bullying day which is a special event organised by the Anti-Bullying alliance group to raise awareness about the negative impacts of bullying, encourage people to stand up against discrimination and promote the importance of individual

Anti-bullying odd sock day

Kings Court had a trip to the Swindon Arts Centre to visit their memory cinema. Those that went had a lovely experience! They had tea & coffee on arrival and then went into the cinema to watch ' Who Framed Rodger Rabbit'.

Children in need at Allingham

Everyone came together at Allingham House to enjoy a great fundraising coffee morning to raise money for Children in Need. It was the perfect opportunity to enjoy singing and dancing, whilst we had tea, coffee, and nibbles.

Children In Need

Poppy Display at Chartwell for Armistice Day

Chartwell Manor put on a lovely poppy display in their home to pay their respects on Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday. It featured lots of meaningful items, and a jar for collections towards The Poppy Appeal.

Lest we forget.

Rosedale poppy art for Remembrance Day

The people living with us at Rosedale spent their day creating poppy artwork in preparation for Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday.

Remembrance Day

Bonfire night sparklers

Hope Green celebrated bonfire night on the 5th November. The people living with us had hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows, as well as a slice of traditional parkin.

Black History Month at the Coplands

Coplands care home celebrated Black History Month this week. Staff and some of the people living with us joined together for a celebration. There was a delicious buffet on offer for everyone to enjoy and decorations around the home.

Black History Month