St Giles Care Home - Avery Healthcare

08/09/2025

🍂 Autumn has arrived in our homes – bringing golden walks, seasonal baking, and cosy afternoons.

At Avery, every day is filled with warmth, companionship, and meaningful experiences that make life truly special.

✨ Discover what life in our homes could look like: https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/heartfelt-care/

06/09/2025

Residents said they enjoyed seeing Frank the wellbeing dog 🐕 today, and he got to meet his new friend Elsie, who is the granddoggy of our lovely June

05/09/2025

🎥 Take a look inside one of our homes – meet the team, experience the warmth of our community, and hear directly from residents and their families.

Your next chapter could start with a simple conversation.

✨ Find out more: https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/heartfelt-care/

05/09/2025

Our ABBA themed OOMPH session yesterday morning was great fun, with lots of smiles and energy in the room.

In the afternoon, we were entertained by the wonderful V-Jay, lots of arm swaying, toe tapping and singing.

04/09/2025

Start of the indoor/outdoor garden boules season . Fabulous afternoon was had by residents indoors due to slight weather conditions. Edna was so pleased as this is one of her favourite activities. The scores were very close, and in 3rd place, our June. 2nd place our Edna and the winner is our Len 🏅🏆 well done to all our residents who took part and family members too . Look out for the next competition

03/09/2025

Bit of therapeutic shopping on the late morning , then popped into for tea and scones. Then back home for eyes down for bingo on the ground floor, followed by exercise on both floors , we certainly have a fun busy Tuesday .

02/09/2025

📢 Welcome to a new chapter of Avery Talk! 💙

Your much-loved newsletter is now refreshed and relaunched as a quarterly edition, giving us even more space to celebrate the people, successes, and heartfelt moments that define Avery Healthcare.

You'll find stories, standout moments, milestones and achievements that make our homes great places to live and work.

We're shining a brighter spotlight on our unique communities and inviting everyone to be a part of the journey ✨

👉 Discover the new edition - click here to read:
https://pulse.ly/ywsm9erebl

02/09/2025

📢 Welcome to a new chapter of Avery Talk! 💙

Your much-loved newsletter is now refreshed and relaunched as a quarterly edition, giving us even more space to celebrate the people, successes, and heartfelt moments that define Avery Healthcare.

You'll find stories, standout moments, milestones and achievements that make our homes great places to live and work.

We're shining a brighter spotlight on our unique communities and inviting everyone to be a part of the journey ✨

👉 Discover the new edition - click here to read:
https://pulse.ly/bbhi2jzmwn

02/09/2025

Last call for our Harrison one can project, thank you for the donations so far. Hopefully Harrison will be visiting us very soon to collect and to personally say thank you.

01/09/2025

We’re proud to launch our new campaign: Heartfelt Care – Your Next Chapter Starts Here.

From personalised care and engaging activities to beautiful surroundings, our homes are designed to support every chapter of life with comfort, dignity, and joy.

✨ Discover more about what makes Avery unique:
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/heartfelt-care/

31/08/2025

Happy birthday to our Ken. Lots of love from your stgiles family 🎂

30/08/2025

We had a special visitor today, Haribo the guinea pig. Residents, staff and families said how calm, cute and soft he was 💙. One resident said this is the best thing that’s happened to me today.

29/08/2025

🏖️ Beach Party 🏖️

We certainly didn’t let the weather dampen our beach party yesterday afternoon, the wonderful Debbie Miles entertained us all. Ice cream and ice lollies were enjoyed by all, including the Limbo!! Thank you to all of our staff yesterday for making the afternoon fun, we certainly know how to have a good time. Lots of fun, laughter and dancing, oh what fun we had.

20/08/2025

🎉 Chorleywood Manor’s Charity Walk Success! 🌉

Residents and team members at Chorleywood Manor Care Home - Avery Collection recently took on an incredible 10-mile charity walk, crossing 10 London bridges - from Vauxhall Bridge all the way to Tower Bridge - to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital and Charity ’s new children’s cancer centre.

With amazing determination (and lots of community support), they not only reached their goal of £2,500 but went above and beyond, raising £3,800! 🙌✨

Residents proudly presented the cheque to the GOSH team, sharing stories from their journey and showing that age is no barrier to making a difference. 💪💙

👏 A huge well done to everyone involved - your spirit and generosity will help support life-saving treatments for young cancer patients.

11/08/2025

✨Greenholme House Attends Historic Army Graduation Parade 🎓

This week, Client Liaison Manager Charlotte and Home Manager Donna from Greenholme House Care Home - Avery Collection had the privilege of accompanying resident Cameron and his wife Vivienne to the largest graduation parade in the history of the Army Foundation College Harrogate.

The event celebrated the completion of phase one training for over 750 junior soldiers, marking a proud milestone in their journey with the British Army. The parade was attended by General Sir Roly Walker, Chief of the General Staff, and featured a special guest appearance by Gareth Southgate.

It was a true honour to be invited as VIP guests to witness such a remarkable occasion - a day filled with pride, inspiration, and unforgettable memories for all who attended. 🎖️

08/08/2025

🤝 Fleet Hall Care Home Team Trek 26 Miles for Alzheimer’s Society 🏃‍♀️

On 2nd August, Fleet Hall Care Home - Avery Collection ’s Louise Smith, Melody Laver-Snape, and Sarah Orr laced up their boots for the Suffolk Coast, walking an incredible 26 miles in 9 hours and raising over £1,400 for Alzheimer's Society.

🙌 Cheered on by the Fleet community - who helped boost funds with a local pub quiz - the team enjoyed stunning views of coastal villages and nature reserves, all while walking for the 900,000+ people in the UK living with dementia.

Louise, General Manager, said: “I’m incredibly proud of my team and what we achieved together. Taking part in this challenge showed just how much we can accomplish when we pull together to make a difference.” 💙

05/06/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share that Louise Brown, our amazing Head Chef at Greenholme House Care Home - Avery Collection in Burley-in-Wharfedale, has made it to the Regional Finals of the NACC Care Chef of the Year! 👩‍🍳🏆

Her passion for crafting delicious, nutritious meals for our residents is second to none, and this recognition is well deserved. 💙🍽️

We're incredibly proud of her talent, creativity, and hard work.

Good luck, Louise – you've got this! 🙌

03/06/2025

🏃‍♀️ Alma Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare Raises Over £1400 For Cancer Research UK 🏅

A team of 14 dedicated staff came together to raise funds for Cancer Research by taking part in the Cancer Research UK Race for Life Pretty Muddy event at Weston Park on May 17th.

Led by receptionist and breast cancer survivor Theresa Faulkner, The OTT Girls ran to support others affected by cancer. Theresa’s journey inspired her colleagues to join the cause, with her saying, “I feel overwhelmed by the support from the team at Alma Court. I enjoyed the day, and it was so worth it.” 🙌

💙 The event was more than just a race - it united residents, staff, and families, who generously donated and shared their own experiences with cancer. Covered in mud but full of pride, the team raised £1,496 to help fund vital research.

Home Manager Rachel Hammond said, “I am immensely proud of my team and what they achieved on Saturday. It just shows you what you can do if you put your mind to it.” 🏃‍♀️

19/05/2025

🌤️ The Countdown Continues: Sheena & Jess’s Skydive for Alzheimer's Society! 🪂💙

The big day is getting closer! On 20th September 2025, Sheena and Jess - senior carers from Lady Jane Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare will be taking to the skies for a cause that means the world to them: raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society.

Every day, they care for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and their compassion knows no bounds. Now, they’re going above and beyond (literally!) to support vital research and services - and you can be part of their journey.

✨ Help them soar towards their fundraising goal!

💙 Donate or Share: https://www.justgiving.com/team/septemberskydive2025

Every donation brings us one step closer to making a real difference. Let’s lift them up with our support - before they take that leap from 10,000 feet! 🙌💙

Help Jess Wingfield raise money to support Alzheimer's Society

17/05/2025

💙 Communities That Care ✨

Our care homes have been showing true community spirit through a series of inspiring fundraising efforts.

🌊 Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection unveiled a beautiful mermaid tail sculpture for Great Tail Trail, supporting Julia's House Children's Hospice. Created by resident Penny, with help from Kiera and Alex, the project has a fundraising goal of £750. “It reminded me of painting with my grandchildren,” said Penny.

💇‍♀️ At Merlin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare, Admin Kelly O’Donnell raised nearly £1,200 for The Little Princess Trust by donating her waist-length hair. “The charity’s work really touched me,” said Kelly. Resident Christine called the gesture “incredibly brave.”

🏃‍♀️ At Chorleywood Manor Care Home - Avery Collection, Care Assistants Wendy and Charmaine completed the London Landmarks Half Marathon, raising over £1,100 for Alzheimer's Society and Dementia UK.

🌉 In their ongoing commitment to charity, residents and staff are now taking on a 10-mile walk across 10 London bridges to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital and Charity ’s new children’s cancer centre. Join us in wishing them the best of luck on their fundraising journey 🙌

👉 Click here to donate and show your support: https://www.justgiving.com/page/tracy-moore-3

16/05/2025

✨ Resident Wishes: Making Dreams Come True at Avon Valley ✨

At Avon Valley Care Home - Avery Healthcare, the team takes pride in helping residents fulfil their long-held wishes and create unforgettable moments in the process 💫

Last month, staff at Avon Valley made Evelyn Prigg’s wish of a day at the seaside come true 🌊

🍦 Evelyn visited Burnham-on-Sea, where she enjoyed all the seaside classics - fish and chips, an ice cream, and a stroll down to the beach 🏖️

As she stepped off the bus, Evelyn beamed and said, “This was my wish; dreams do come true.” ✨

Another incredible wish came to life for 92-year-old Jean Hooper, a lifelong Bristol Rovers supporter who wished to attend a match at the Memorial Stadium. ⚽

Thanks to the generosity of Bristol Rovers, Jean was able to visit the stadium and watch the team play, with tickets provided free of charge.

The club even announced Jean’s visit during the match, celebrating her as a proud “Gashead” 💙.

These wishes remind us of the power of cherished memories and the joy of making dreams come true 🌟