Withens Nursing Home

16/03/2026

Today at The Withens Nursing Home we spent the afternoon celebrating the wonderful mums, nans and mother figures who have given so much love throughout their lives. 💐

We welcomed residents, families and friends to join us for a special Mother’s Day afternoon tea, filled with laughter, conversation and plenty of delicious treats. The table was full of cakes, scones, sandwiches, sausage rolls and sweet treats, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed.

Each of our lovely ladies received a beautiful arrangement of bright yellow daffodils along with a hand cream gift, a small token to show how much they are appreciated. Seeing the smiles on their faces as they received their flowers was truly heartwarming.

A big thank you to the wonderful team at Gravesend Florist on Dene Holm Road for providing the beautiful daffodils that helped make today extra special. 🌼

Moments like these remind us how important it is to celebrate the people who have cared for others their whole lives. Today was filled with warmth, happiness and a lot of love.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums and nans.
Love from everyone at The Withens Nursing Home 💛

13/03/2026

Join us this Sunday, March 15th, for an unforgettable Mother's Day bash! 🎉 Dive into a day bursting with fun—get crafty with our arts and crafts, test your wits with exciting games and quizzes, and unwind with a soothing afternoon tea. Sip, savour, and celebrate the amazing moms in our lives with delightful treats and great company. We can't wait to make memories with you! 💐❤️

13/03/2026

🎉 Birthday Wishes for Our Wonderful Kam!

On Thursday 12th March we had the pleasure of celebrating a very special birthday at The Withens! Our lovely Assistant Chef Kam tried her best to keep it a secret, but of course our team couldn’t let the day pass without a little surprise. 🌸

We surprised Kam with some beautiful flowers and a Happy Birthday balloon to show just how much she is appreciated. Kam, you truly are amazing and we are so grateful for everything you do for the home and for our residents every day.

Happy Birthday Kam! We hope you had a wonderful day. With love and best wishes from all your Withens Family 💙✨

09/03/2026

🌸 International Women’s Day at Withens Nursing Home 🌸

Today we celebrated International Women’s Day with a wonderful day full of laughter, memories and celebration of the incredible women in our home.

Our residents enjoyed a variety of activities including reminiscing about their lives, sharing their favourite songs, and talking about inspirational women who have made a difference in history and in their own families. The posters and memory boards sparked some lovely conversations, with residents sharing stories about their childhoods, favourite holidays, first jobs and treasured memories.

Music played a big part in the day as we created our very own Withens playlist, filled with classic songs that many of our residents remember from their younger years. There was plenty of singing along and even a little dancing, bringing smiles to everyone’s faces.

One of the most special parts of the day was hearing the advice our residents would give to younger women today, filled with wisdom, kindness and life experience.
It was a truly heartwarming day celebrating the strength, stories and achievements of the wonderful women at Withens. 💜

05/03/2026

🧀🍷 Cheese, Wine & Good Times! 🍷🧀
Yesterday afternoon our residents enjoyed a lovely cheese, wine and crackers get-together, and as always it was a huge hit! There’s nothing quite like a little treat of cheese and a glass of wine to bring everyone together.
The room was filled with laughter, chats and plenty of smiles as everyone relaxed and enjoyed the afternoon. It’s safe to say our residents are always very happy when cheese and wine are on the menu!
Simple moments like these are often the most special, creating a warm and social atmosphere for everyone to enjoy together.

05/03/2026

🎉 A Very Happy Birthday to Ros! 🎉
On the 3rd of February we celebrated a very special day for our lovely Ros Jelley here at the Withens Nursing Home. Ros had a wonderful birthday surrounded by her family and friends, which made the day even more special.
There were lots of smiles, laughter and of course a delicious birthday cake, which Ros absolutely loved! She was also gifted some beautiful flowers, making her feel truly spoiled on her special day.
It was such a joy for everyone to celebrate with her and see how happy she was. Moments like these remind us how important it is to share special occasions together with the people who mean the most.
💐 Happy Birthday again Ros – from all your Withens family! 💐

22/01/2026

Last week's coffee morning at the withens. We will be holding a coffee morning once a month, and all family and friends are welcome to join. We will keep you posted on the next date, come and join us for a coffee and a chat 😊

18/01/2026

🚨🥓 Blue Light Breakfast Drop-Offs – A Small Thank You with a Big Heart 🥓🚨

This month we were delighted to continue our Blue Light breakfast drop-offs, and this time surprising our wonderful ambulance crew with hot breakfast baps and a few extra goodies to start their busy day.

Last month, we had the pleasure of visiting the fire department too, and it’s quickly become one of our favourite little traditions.

The dedication, resilience, and compassion shown by our fellow Blue Light colleagues never fails to amaze us. The work they do day in, day out for our community truly does not go unnoticed, and we’re honoured to show our appreciation in any way we can – even if it’s just a small gesture.

And let’s be honest… who doesn’t love a good old sausage or bacon bap to keep you going? 😊

A huge thank you to all our Blue Light services from Withens Nursing Home for everything you do. You really are everyday heroes 💙🚑🔥

08/01/2026

💖 A Moment We Will Never Forget 💖

On 23rd August 2025, one of our residents, Jean, received the most beautiful and emotional surprise.

As Jean was unable to attend her granddaughter’s wedding, her granddaughter and new husband made a very special detour on their way to the reception to visit her here at The Withens.

The look of shock, joy, and pure happiness on Jean’s face was unforgettable — there wasn’t a dry eye in the room as she was surprised by the newlyweds in all their wedding-day glory. 💐

We are incredibly grateful to Jean’s family for allowing us to share these precious photos with our extended Withens family.

Moments like these truly remind us that we are more than a care home — we are family.
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Congratulations again to Lara and Reese 🎉
We wish you all the happiness in the world and more in your new adventure from us all at the Withens Nursing Home

16/12/2025

09/12/2025

🌟 Southfleet Superheroes – November Winners! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that our November Southfleet Heroes are the incredible St Nicholas Church Gardening Team! 🌿💚

It was an absolute pleasure to surprise them with their well-deserved gift baskets, filled with gardening goodies, refreshments, and a gift voucher to spend however they wish. Their reaction was priceless — so much joy, gratitude and genuine surprise!

We also received a lovely message from Lee Coppitters, who shared:
“All the members of St Nicholas Church Gardening Team and I would like to thank everyone who voted for us in the Southfleet Superhero nominations this month. We are delighted that our weekly efforts in the church grounds are so appreciated by everyone. The work not only brings us a great deal of satisfaction but it is wonderful to know how much it benefits the wider community. We are delighted with our prize which will be very useful in assisting us with our work.”

A huge congratulations to this hardworking team who bring so much beauty and pride to our village. 🌼✨
Thank you for everything you do for the community!

04/12/2025

💛 A Special Little Visitor at Withens! 💛

Yesterday we were treated to the sweetest surprise—our wonderful nurse Wanda brought in her handsome little grandson for a visit! Our residents absolutely adored him and were thrilled to have some cuddles and giggles throughout the day.

He brought smiles to everyone’s faces, and our tiny guest seemed to enjoy every single second of the attention. Moments like these truly brighten the home and remind us how special intergenerational connections can be. 🥰👶✨

Thank you, Wanda, for sharing your beautiful grandson with us!