Laurel Place - Exemplar Health Care

18/03/2026

🌟 Happy Values Day! 🌟

Today we want to shine a huge spotlight on one very special member of our team Congratulations to Kay Brown! 🎉

Kay has been nominated by the entire staff team as someone who truly embodies everything we stand for:

✅ Fun
✅ Integrity
✅ Responsive
✅ Success
✅ Teamwork

Although Kay wasn't with us today, she has a very exciting reason to look forward to Tuesday she'll be heading to sunny Leeds 🌤️ for the Regional Awards, and honestly, there couldn't be a more deserving person in that room!

Kay, you are a truly dedicated and valued member of our team, and we couldn't be more proud of you. Go smash it! 💪

13/03/2026

13/03/2026

🌙✨ Happy World Sleep Day from all of us here!✨🌙

Today our incredible team came to work in style — yes, you read that right... pyjamas and all! 🛌😄 Because nothing says "we care about your wellbeing" quite like showing up to work in your finest nightwear! (Don't worry, the care didn't suffer but the dress code certainly did! 😂)

But in all seriousness, today is World Sleep Day, and it's a cause close to our hearts. 💙

Sleep isn't just about feeling rested it's one of the most powerful tools we have for our physical health, mental wellbeing, and overall quality of life. Good sleep hygiene can:

😴 Improve mood and reduce anxiety
🧠 Boost memory, focus and cognitive function
💪 Support the immune system and physical recovery
❤️ Reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and more
🌟 Simply make life feel that little bit brighter

For the people we support, a good night's sleep can make a world of difference to their day, their mood, and their happiness and that's why we take it seriously.

Our staff might look like they're ready for a midnight snack and a Netflix binge... but trust us, they are absolute sleep hygiene champions underneath those cartoon onesies! 🦄🐼

Why did the tired staff member bring a pillow to the meeting? Because they wanted to drop off a few ideas! 😂

We are SO proud of this team for getting involved, raising awareness, and reminding everyone residents, families, and each other that rest is not a luxury. It's a necessity.

Now if you'll excuse us, we have some very important yawning to attend to. 🥱💤

💬 Drop a 😴 in the comments if you're a good sleeper or a ☕ if you absolutely are not!

05/03/2026

🏡 One Year In And We Are So Proud.

One year ago, we opened our doors, and what a journey it has been.

Watching our residents grow, thrive, and make real progress in their lives has been the greatest privilege. The improvements we have seen big and small are not by chance. They are the result of dedicated, compassionate staff who show up every single day and pour their hearts into the care they provide.

Real change in people's lives doesn't happen by accident. It happens because of the right people, doing the right things, for the right reasons. We are lucky enough to have exactly that.

To our incredible team thank you. What you do matters more than you know. 💙

Here's to everything this first year has brought, and everything the next one will. 🥂

03/03/2026

☀️ Breaking news from Laure Place…

Our residents and team have officially decided that summer starts NOW. 😄

Who needs to wait until June when you've got good company, a lovely garden, and the audacity to claim every bit of sunshine the moment it shows up? ☀️🌸

We're not saying we're ahead of the curve… but we're absolutely ahead of the curve. 😏

Here's to our wonderful residents and brilliant team always finding a reason to get outside and enjoy the moment. We wouldn't have it any other way! 🌼❤️

25/02/2026

🌟 We Want to Hear From YOU!🌟

At Laurel Place, our residents aren't just part of our home they're part of this incredible community, and that means the world to us! 💛

We've been thinking... what if we could do MORE together? Whether it's a local project that needs an extra pair of hands, a cause close to your heart, or something brand new you'd love to see us get involved in we're all ears!

🌱 Do you know of a community project we could join?
🎨 Is there a hobby, skill, or activity you'd love to share with our residents?
🤝 Is there something happening locally that we could help support?
💡 Or maybe you've got a brand new idea just waiting to be heard?

We believe that staying connected, active and involved is one of the most powerful things we can do for our residents AND our community. So don't be shy drop your ideas in the comments below, send us a message, or tag someone who might have the perfect suggestion!

Every idea is a good idea, and we can't wait to read them all. Let's build something brilliant together! 🏡✨

👇 Comment below and let's get the conversation started!

23/02/2026

🐾🦴 Happy National Dog Biscuit Day! 🦴🐾

It's the day our four-legged friends have been waiting for all year and honestly, they've been side-eyeing the biscuit tin since January! 😂

Here at Laurel Place, we know just how much our furry family members mean to us. Whether they're sprawled across the sofa like they pay the mortgage, or giving you *the look* until you cave and hand over a treat dogs have a magical way of making everything better. 🐶❤️

And that's exactly why we are SO incredibly proud of the role pet therapy plays in the recovery and wellbeing of the individuals we support. There is something truly special something no medicine can replicate about the gentle presence of an animal. A wagging tail, a warm cuddle, a slobbery kiss you didn't ask for but absolutely needed... it's healing in its purest form. 🥹 Our pet therapy sessions have brought smiles, comfort, and moments of pure joy that remind us all why we do what we do.

So in honour of National Dog Biscuit Day, we want to know

👇 What's your dog's favourite biscuit? Are you a homemade biscuit baker extraordinaire with a secret recipe your pup goes absolutely wild for? Or is there a brand that your dog would genuinely sell you out for? Drop your recommendations below asking for our very important therapy dogs! 🐕😄

Give your good boy or girl an extra biscuit today they deserve it. (Don't tell them we said that or they'll expect it every day… actually, who are we kidding, they already do!) 😂

🐾 Tag a dog lover who needs to see this! 🐾

20/02/2026

🐾Therapy Dog 🐾

Another beautiful visit from Harry the therapy dog and putting smiles on everybody’s face 😁

It’s amazing how bringing in a friendly pooch can spark old memories and create new ones to last ✨

20/02/2026

We’re growing our team! 💚

If you’re committed, caring and ready to make every day better for the people we support, we have the perfect next step for you.

We're currently recruiting:

✨ Health Care Assistants
✨ Registered Nurses
✨ Unit Managers

Start your journey with us today! Apply now using the links below 👇

19/02/2026

We’re so proud to share that George has officially started rehearsals with the Bishop Auckland Theatre Society! 🎭✨

He’s also had his very first professional headshot taken which was a great experience for him and a huge boost to his confidence and a real milestone moment as he steps further into the world of theatre.

George will even be performing a solo in an upcoming show in May 👏🎶

15/02/2026

Valentines Day at Laurel Place ❤️

Hearts, roses and beautiful cakes made by our talented Kitchen Assistant Chloe 🧁

09/02/2026

Still revelling in his recent success ✨🎤

George looking very proud with his two press articles!

He is now getting stuck into rehearsals and is enjoying every minute 🤩