Willowdale Residential Home

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to all of our friends who are celebrating!

19/03/2026

This is an open, honest and inspiring account of neurodiversity from someone working within the healthcare industry. Thank you so much for sharing your story in celebration of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, so that others know they're not alone

“Remember your brain is not wrong – it’s just different”

As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week (17 – 23 March 2026), an annual awareness week that celebrates and challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences, the Trust has spoken with a Trust administrator about her experience of being neurodivergent.

Neurological differences affect 15-20% of people in the UK. By highlighting the strengths and positive perspectives of neurodivergent people, this helps to celebrate their unique talents and ways of thinking.

Esther Rook, Medical Education Administrator at Derbyshire Healthcare, shares her experience of having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the impact this has had on her life.

Read more: https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/latest-news/neurodiversity-celebration-week-remember-your-brain-not-wrong-its-just-different

18/03/2026

We're looking for a care assistant for day shifts to come and make a difference to our incredible team and wonderful residents. The right candidate will be caring and compassionate, with a desire promote dignity and wellbeing. Care experience is desirable, although full training will be provided. Please contact Imogen with any queries you might have

17/03/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day to our extended family and friends. We hope you have had a joyous day if you celebrate!

16/03/2026

We're committed to supporting the training and development of our staff, and so it is fantastic to see those equally dedicated rewarded for their incredible efforts

It was a proud day yesterday for our CEO Professor Oonagh Smyth as she collected her CBE for services to adult social care.

This is a wonderful recognition for both Oonagh and the incredible adult social care sector.

Well done Oonagh from the whole Skills for Care team 👏

15/03/2026

We're sending love this Mother's Day, whether you are celebrating or finding today tricky

10/03/2026

We have been making our own gorgeous flowers from pipe cleaners. They really brighten our home. We can't believe they're not real

08/03/2026

To all the women we have ever known, you are celebrated in every way. Thank you for everything that you do; for everything you have achieved, and for every way you inspire us

08/03/2026

Friday was National Employee Appreciation Day. We wanted to show our team members how much we appreciate them, and laid on plenty of treats. Thank you so much for all that you do

08/03/2026

A very happy 60th birthday to our cook, Lorraine. We hope you have the very best day, and a lovely holiday! Thank you for all that you do for us

01/03/2026

We are celebrating our Welsh patron saint, Dewi Saint, today. Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus, everyone! We love our daffoldils - a real sign that spring is on its way. No wonder they're one of our emblems

28/02/2026

We're looking for a maintenance operative to support our home, ensuring that everything is running as it should be. A full, clean UK driver's license and previous experience in a similar role are necessities for this role. Above all, we're looking for someone who is committed to making a real difference to the lives of our residents. We look forward to hearing from you soon