Wood Care Group - Employees

22/01/2026

Congratulations to this months overtime raffle winner Catherine Morgans from Longwood Lodge who had £100 added to her pay. Big thank you again to you all for working extra shifts and working hard for our residents it is appreciated.

Remember 2 shifts of overtime over your contacted hours and no sickness in a pay period enables you to be eligible for the draw.

19/01/2026

Today is often called Blue Monday, but we want to remind you that support is always within reach.

As part of your employee benefits, you have FREE access to the Wisdom Therapy app, giving you confidential, on-demand mental health support whenever you need it.

👉 Swipe through to see:
• What the Wisdom Therapy app offers
• How it can support your wellbeing
• How to access it for free as part of our team

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of everything else and we’re proud to support you every step of the way 💚

12/01/2026

🌟 Kickstart 2026 with Support for Your Wellbeing! 🌟
As we step into 2026, it’s a great time to focus on creating positive, healthy changes in your life. Remember, all our staff have free access to Wisdom — our confidential wellbeing and counselling support app through Health Assured.

Whether you’re looking to manage stress, boost your mental health, or just want someone to talk to, Wisdom gives you tools and professional support right at your fingertips. With the app you can:

• Chat live or video‑call trained counsellors 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Track your mood and wellbeing over time.
• Use resources like mini health checks, guided exercises, webinars, and articles.
• Access personalised content and wellbeing tools tailored to you. (healthassured.org)

It’s completely confidential and free because taking care of your mental health is the best start to a positive 2026.

Let’s make 2026 a year of wellbeing, growth, and positive change!💚

10/01/2026

We are pleased to announce that Wood Care Group has been recognised at the SME Northern Enterprise Awards. We are honoured to have been awarded Best Assisted Living Group 2025, along with the Person-Centred Care Excellence Award.

These awards reflect the dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment of our teams to delivering exceptional, person-centred care across all our homes. It is a testament to the passion and expertise that our staff bring to their work every day, ensuring the well-being and dignity of all residents.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our staff, residents, and their families. Their trust and support continue to inspire us to uphold the highest standards of care and service.

For more information about the awards, please visit SME News:

Wood Care Group is one of the 2025 winners of Northern Enterprise Awards.

09/01/2026

Well done to our teams at The Cedars and Clayton House! 👏

We’d like to say a huge well done and thank you to both teams following their recent local authority inspections. Both homes achieved excellent outcomes, which is a real credit to the hard work, professionalism and dedication shown every day. You should all be incredibly proud! A fantastic achievement and a great reflection of the care you provide to our residents.
Thank you for everything you do 💚

05/01/2026

We Did It! Wood Care Group Wins at the SME Northern Enterprise Awards 2025 🎉We’re thrilled to share that Wood Care Group has been recognised at the SME Northern Enterprise Awards, winning Best Assisted Living Group 2025 and the Person-Centred Care Excellence Award!

These awards are a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, and passion each of you brings to our homes every day. It’s your commitment to providing outstanding care and making a real difference in people’s lives that has earned this recognition.

Thank you to every member of our team — this achievement belongs to you. Let’s take a moment to celebrate this success together and continue raising the bar for exceptional, person-centred care. 💚

25/12/2025

Wishing all our staff a very Merry Christmas and a happy, safe day. A special and heartfelt thank you to those who are working today. Your dedication and commitment do not go unnoticed. Thank you all for your hard work 💚

23/12/2025

A little Christmas thank you from management 🎄We hope these messages remind you just how valued and appreciated you are. Thank you for everything you do for our residents 💫

22/12/2025

Employee of the Month goes to Nicola 🎉 Thank you for being such a payroll superstar and ensuring everyone was paid in time for Christmas.
Enjoy your well-deserved voucher 😁

19/12/2025

Congratulations to this month’s overtime raffle winner!
Well done to Tracie Ogley from Riverside, who’s had £100 added to her pay.
A huge thank you to everyone who has been picking up extra shifts and going the extra mile for our residents, it is truly appreciated.
Reminder: work 2 overtime shifts above your contracted hours with no sickness in the pay period, and you’ll automatically be entered into the draw. Thank you all and good luck next month! 💚

19/12/2025

👏 Big shout-out to the Clayton kitchen team! 👏
A huge thank you for how brilliantly you’ve taken on the move to Apetito. The positive feedback from residents and relatives really shows the care, teamwork and effort you put in every day.
Special mention to 𝐊𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐲 for doing a great job leading the team through the changes, your energy and support haven’t gone unnoticed!
You should all be very proud 💚

18/12/2025

Friendly reminder our Christmas Carol Competition 2025 is in full swing! If you’d like to take part, please remember to send your video to your Home Manager so they can submit your entry. We can’t wait to see (and hear!) your festive performances. 🎤🎄