Each Other Care
Stories From Across
Our Care Homes
Each of our homes runs a range of activities and events. Please enjoy stories and important news from across our care homes.
Bolton FM Captures Musical Afternoon at Highfield Hall
Highfield Hall welcomed Bolton Radio this week as they followed 21-year-old pianist Louis Timberly, whose care home performances were inspired by his grandad's dementia journey.
12 Days of Each Other Care
This Christmas, we took a familiar idea and shaped it around the people who matter most. Inspired by The 12 Days of Christmas, we created an idea of the 12 Days of Each Other Care, an initiative built around twelve original poems, one for each of our homes. Each poem was written to reflect daily life: the routines, relationships, humour and moments that make each home unique.
Why live music matters in care homes
We bring live musicians into our homes regularly and we're now working with the University of Sheffield to explore what happens when residents make their own music too.
Why a letter can still change everything
Every Christmas, we work with our friends at the CGI on a special project where volunteers write letters to our residents. The impact is profound. We start by sharing residents’ interests, the football team they follow, the music they love, the places they’ve lived, the routines they enjoy.
White Ash Brook couple features on BBC North West Tonight
Resident David and is wife Linda appeared on BBC North West Tonight this week as part of the TV programme’s Christmas Star campaign. This highlights the people and groups making a meaningful difference in their local communities.
Celebrating 60 Years Together at Dunniwood Lodge
Some days stay with you long after they’ve passed and last week, we were delighted to support one of them as we marked a very special milestone with our resident Ann and her husband Len.
Team Spotlight: Colette at The Abbeys
For Colette, being part of The Abbeys Care Home in Rotherham is an integral part of her life. She joined in 2002, thinking it would be a short work experience before university, but soon realised she had found somewhere that connected to her purpose.
Investing in Our People
Cordelia's journey from Senior Carer to CHAPS-trained team member shows what's possible when we invest in our people. "It's opened so many doors," she says.
Using Film Cameras to Capture the Moment
This festive season, residents, loved ones and team members were invited to take part to capture meaningful moments on film cameras and the results have been wonderful.
How Cumbernauld is redefining a great team
Sometimes it's subtle changes in working practices that unlock the power of a united community. Here at Each Other Care, we use research-backed approaches and team feedback to share continuous development.
“It feels like one big family”
Team Member Jess on finding her place at White Ash Brook. When she arrived at White Ash Brook for her interview this summer, Jess sensed something different straight away.
How a Day Out Helped Ellen Find Her Confidence
A change of scenery, good company and a little adventure can help boost confidence. For Ellen at Highfield Hall in Haslingden, a trip to Bents Garden Centre became a turning point.
The Abbeys Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Its Very Own Oscars
The Abbeys Care Home in Rotherham hosted its very own Oscars, honouring the team members voted for by residents, families and colleagues, featuring a special performance from residents Lillian and Margret.
Celebrating Life Stories at Brierfield House Care Home
At Brierfield House, we've been sitting down with residents to gather photos, memories and stories from their lives, crafting beautiful personalised displays that hang on bedroom doors and around the home.
Opening the Doors to Our New Cinema and Piano Bar
New Springfield Care Home in Blackburn has opened a new cinema and piano bar for residents to enjoy classic films, reminiscence sessions and quality time together. Read more about the opening and what it means for our community.
Love Takes Centre Stage at Highfield Hall
Peter and Linda celebrated their son's wedding and our team were determined to make every moment as meaningful as possible for them both.
Championing the Future of British Care
Each Other Care’s Head of Communications Helps Judge the UK’s Top Care Talent at the Great British Care Awards 2025.
Team Spotlight: Meet our Wellbeing Lead Ashley
When you step into our shared home community at Shawcross, it doesn’t take long to see the difference Ashley makes.
Art & Soul Sessions Bring Creativity to New Springfield
New Springfield Care Home in Blackburn has been enjoying regular Art & Soul sessions thanks to a wonderful partnership with St. Silas Church.
Tickhill Choir Brings Joy to Dunniwood Lodge
The lounge at Dunniwood Lodge Care Home in Bessacarr filled with harmonies last Thursday when the Tickhill Choir came to perform.