Woodboro Residential Care Home

23/04/2026

St George’s Day at Woodboro 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Today at Woodboro, we’re celebrating St George’s Day with our wonderful residents a day filled with English pride, tradition, and the comforts that feel like home.

We’re marking the occasion properly with a feast of favourites:
pie, mash & liquor, a hearty fry‑up, trifle, and a classic Victoria sponge. Nothing brings people together quite like good English food shared in good company.

As our England flag flies proudly, we’re reminded of the spirit and resilience that runs through generations. In the words of Winston Churchill:
“The English never yield.”

Happy St George’s Day 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

21/04/2026

🌟 Senior Care Assistant – Join Our Friendly Care Home Team 🌟

We’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join our warm, welcoming 22‑bed care home.

📌 Position Details
♡18–24 hours per week
♡£13.71 per hour
♡Every other weekend required
♡Must be able to cover annual leave when needed
♡

💙 Who We’re Looking For
Someone who
♡- Has experience in care and leading a team
♡- Can stay calm, organised, and compassionate
♡- Loves supporting both residents and staff
♡- Isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in
♡- Can bring positivity, professionalism, and a bit of sparkle to the day

⚠️ Important Information
Due to the need for flexibility in covering annual leave, we are unable to accept applications from candidates on sponsorship visas, as some weeks we may require more than the permitted 20 hours for your second job.

Please call 01255 434543 to book an interview.

18/04/2026

🌼🐣 Easter magic at Woodboro! 🐣🌼

We hosted our Easter Egg Hunt for our staff’s little ones and our residents’ grandchildren and what a brilliant success it was. The garden was full of laughter, tiny footsteps racing around, and grown‑ups pretending they weren’t helping.

Every child went home smiling, arms full of treats and chocolate treasures.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make it such a joyful afternoon. Woodboro really does know how to bring the generations together. 💛✨

08/04/2026

For tomorrow.
Please let us know if you will be attending so we can ensure we have enough eggs for the children xx

26/03/2026

🐾 A Very Special Visitor at Woodboro Today 🐾

We had the cutest little guest join us this afternoon, the lovely Lucky popped in to spread some love, and goodness did he deliver.

Smiles, hugs, strokes and pure joy were in abundance as our residents welcomed this handsome boy. Lucky worked his magic from room to room, sharing cuddles and brightening everyone’s day with his gentle nature.

Thank you, Lucky, for bringing so much warmth to our home today. You’re welcome back anytime, our hearts (and hands!) are always ready for more furry cuddles.

💛🐶✨

20/03/2026

🍛🎤 TEAM NIGHT OUT – WE SURVIVED THE CURRY… AND THE KARAOKE! 🎤🍛

Last night the Woodboro crew swapped care plans for curry plates and had ourselves a much‑needed team night out. A chance to unwind, laugh, and remember we’re humans as well as superheroes.

After demolishing enough naan to build a small extension, a brave handful of us continued on to karaoke for St Patrick’s Night where the singing was… enthusiastic. Let’s just say no record labels have called yet, but the craic was mighty.

Most importantly, it was a night to de‑stress, enjoy each other’s company, and strengthen the team spirit that keeps Woodboro running with heart.

And for the record:
It was team bonding… not fondling.
(We feel this clarification is important.)

Here’s to more laughter, more memories, and a team that always shows up for each other on shift and on the dance floor. 💚✨

15/03/2026

Some messages from some of our lovely Residents

06/03/2026

✨ A message of gratitude to our Woodboro team ✨

Today reminded us, once again, of the strength, compassion and professionalism that lives within our walls every single day.

Working in care isn’t always easy. There are moments that test us, moments that stay with us, and moments that show the true heart of the people who choose this work. And through it all, our staff continue to show up with kindness, dignity, humour, and unwavering dedication to our residents and their families.

To every member of our Woodboro team, thank you. For the big things, the small things, and the things no one ever sees. You make a difference every single day, and we are so proud of you.

💜 Woodboro Care Home 💙

27/02/2026

We’re now officially shock‑ready!

Our defibrillator has arrived and is installed.

Massive thanks to everyone who helped raise the funds, you’re the real heart‑starters around here.

Fingers crossed it gathers dust… but it’s comforting to know it’s there if needed!

26/02/2026

🌟 February at Woodboro: A Month of Food, Fun, and Friendship
As February draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a month filled with joy, creativity, and togetherness here at Woodboro Care Home. Our brilliant Activities Co‑ordinator, Jackie, has once again made sure our residents enjoyed a wonderful variety of moments that brought smiles all around.

💛Pancake Day was full of laughter, delicious toppings, and plenty of flipping as residents shared stories and enjoyed a cosy afternoon together.

❤️Valentine’s Day was a real highlight, with a beautifully prepared three‑course meal that made the day feel truly special. We were also treated to a live singer, creating a lovely atmosphere for residents to relax, reminisce, and enjoy the celebration.

💜Arts and crafts sessions throughout the month gave everyone the chance to get creative, from colourful decorations to thoughtful handmade pieces that brightened our home.

February has been a month of connection, conversation, and heartfelt moments. A huge thank you to Jackie for her energy and dedication, and to our residents and staff for making Woodboro such a warm and vibrant place to be.

Here’s to a wonderful March ahead, filled with even more shared memories.

16/02/2026