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The managing director of a group of leading Devon care homes has welcomed the relaxation of Covid visiting rules, but also says we need to be cautious as infection rates are rising again in the county. In the easing of restrictions, the government has announced that from this week, there will be no limit on … Read more
Animals helped to bridge the generations when they visited The Seaton care home. Animal experts from a local wildlife park near Axminster in Devon, brought several of their animals to visit The Seaton residents. Residents and local children enjoyed learning about and touching reptiles and other animals from Axe Valley Wildlife Park. The Seaton run … Read more
Drive-through visits meant families were reunited with their loved ones at Sefton Hall. Southern Healthcare’s Dawlish care home copied the concept of drive-through restaurants to reunite loved ones during the coronavirus crisis. Through careful planning – including the use of PPE, time slots and separate stations – families were, for one day, able to see … Read more
Residents at a Plymouth care home enjoyed a taste of eastern European life to mark World Diversity Day. The award-winning activities team at Parkwood House arranged a Slavic party, with food, music and cultural insights from Poland, Slovakia, and Bulgaria. Parkwood Manager, Lorna Smith, said: “I have the privilege to work with such a committed … Read more
Residents at Southern Helathcare’s Devon care homes have been enjoying some equine therapy. Margot Whittaker, the Director of Nursing at the group, runs a miniature horse stud and has been taking some of the cute creatures on a tour of the four care homes. The first stop was the Old Rectory in Exeter. Margot said: … Read more
One of the Southern Healthcare group care homes has been selected for the final of the National Care Awards 2021. Sefton Hall in Dawlish has been nominated in the Best Care Home, Best Care Team and Respect and Dignity (in a care home), categories. The awards celebrate excellence across the care sector, paying tribute to … Read more
Residents at The Seaton Nursing Care Home were treated to an impromptu petting session with a cute kitten – courtesy of a member of staff. Care worker Francesca Hayden brought five-month-old Neo into the home for cuddles with the residents. The Seaton’s Administrator Manager, Kelly Boweren, said: “We frequently have visits from all sorts of … Read more
An infamous grumpy festive character and the much-loved Santa Claus visited Southern Healthcare’s Dawlish care home for some festive fun. The Seaton nursing home held an outdoor Christmas extravaganza for residents and their families with visits from Father Christmas and The Grinch. The festive celebrations were held outdoors to adhere to Government covid-19 regulations. Staff … Read more