Anchor - Lacey Court

23/10/2025

Happy birthday Pat 💜

23/10/2025

We would like to extend our deepest thanks to the wonderful children and staff at The Link Nursery for bringing such joy and generosity to our residents 🍂

Your beautiful singing of harvest songs filled our hearts with warmth and your thoughtful donations of food and goods were truly appreciated by everyone.

It is a touching reminder of the power of community and kindness, thankyou!
🧡🧡🧡

23/10/2025

Congratulations to all of our Loving Later Life Award finalists. ✨

Shirley won our Greatest Grandparent award. Shirley was nominated by her daughter Jamie for the wonderful support she provides to her two young grandchildren.

Read more about Shirley's nomination here: https://www.birminghamworld.uk/your-world/birmingham-woman-wins-greatest-grandparent-award-in-national-competition-5362542

23/10/2025

We love these pictures! 💜

23/10/2025

It's official, Christmas cake preparation for our annual competition has begun!

22/10/2025

To celebrate 5 years of our Be Well service, we're highlighting the positive impact it has had on many of our residents.

One strand of Be Well is Be Active. Be Active is our wellness and movement programme that supports residents to take care of their overall health.

At Cherry Trees in Redcar, Be active has been incorporated into many of the residents' daily lives. We spoke with two residents, Sue Mitchell and Maureen Russell, who share how Be Active has created a sense of community as the sessions have created a space for them to chat and get to know each other better.

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/residents-cherry-trees-share-their-experience-be-active

22/10/2025

Meet our 2025 winners for our Loving Later Life Awards. ✨

Our Loving Later Life Awards run annually and give others the opportunity to nominate and recognise Anchor residents who have made a real difference to their community.

There are nine categories that residents can be nominated in, from being a “Knowledge Seeker” to a “Fabulous Fundraiser”. The awards are open to any Anchor resident and family members, neighbours, friends or colleagues are welcome to cast a vote.

Below are 2025 winners.

Sustainability Champion - Kathleen Dunn, Runnymede Court, Oldham

Inclusive Ambassador - Pete Manser, Chasefield Court, Guildford

Bloomin’ Marvellous Gardener - Marek Debecki, Beverley Court, Gateshead

Neighbour Like No Other - Jane Sivyer, Harmer Court, Kent

Greatest Grandparent - Shirley Quinn, Gillies Court, Birmingham

Fabulous Fundraiser - Mrs Julie Williams, Waverley Court, Portishead

Digital Dynamo - Maureen Russell, Cherry Trees, Redcar

Paw’some Pet - Ozzy Chesterton, Chesterton Lodge, Newcastle

Knowledge Seeker - Barbara Spray, St Catherine’s Court, West Sussex

Congratulations to all of our winners and everyone who was nominated. Whether it’s through being a friendly and helpful neighbour or sprucing up shared spaces, these individuals and others like them make up Anchor’s vibrant communities and make our housing locations enjoyable places to live 💜

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/meet-our-2025-loving-later-life-award-winners

22/10/2025

Residents at The Manor House Roundhay share their life lessons 💜

22/10/2025

Owning a pet is very important to many people and here at Anchor we are positive about residents keeping pets – not just cats and dogs but rabbits, hamsters, budgies, fish and even snakes as well.

However, all pets (including those being looked after by a resident for someone else) need to be approved before they can live or stay at any of our Anchor locations.

21/10/2025

Be Connected sits under our Be Well offering and includes a variety of ways residents can get to know others, from coffee mornings to book clubs.

Our Chatty Benches are springing up across the country, and our 700th Chatty Bench was installed at the historic landmark Bolton Abbey last year.

We now have over 900 Chatty Benches across the country. To find out more about this initiative and to find a bench near you, please visit: https://www.anchor.org.uk/media/campaigns/chatty-benches

20/10/2025

Our Be Well service offers residents a variety of initiatives and activities designed to support with their wellbeing. These vary from Be Active which focusses on leading an active lifestyle to Be Connected which helps foster connection between residents.

Be Well recently turned 5, and to start the celebrations, Lauren Smith, Resident Wellbeing Lead at Anchor, talks more about how the service has grown into what it is today.

In her blog she talks about how Be Well started as a simple idea to provide residents with the resources to take care of their wellbeing and the amazing things that have been achieved along the way.

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/blogs/celebrating-5-years-be-well-our-journey-supporting-resident-wellbeing

20/10/2025

20/10/2025

The Manor House Roundhay is about to celebrate its first birthday!

To mark the occasion, they are throwing a spectacular Great Gatsby themed celebration and you are invited.

The evening will include:

🥂 Refreshments & Canapés
🍽️ Delicious Buffet
🎶 Live Entertainment

Everyone is welcome to celebrate this milestone with us. Let’s make it a night to remember!

💖 All proceeds raised on the day will be kindly donated to St Gemma’s Hospice.
📅 Date: Saturday 25th October 2025- from 3pm
📍 Location: The Manor House Roundhay

For more information please visit below:

https://www.facebook.com/122124610580391768/posts/122173769246391768

13/10/2025

Thank You from All of Us!

A huge thank you to the wonderful children of St Marys RC Primary School for your generous Harvest Festival donations to the residents of Lacey Court.

Your kindness and thoughtfulness have brought smiles, warmth, and a real sense of community to our home.

Your gifts of food and care are deeply appreciated and will be enjoyed by many 🍎🥫🍞

You’ve made a difference!

01/10/2025

International Day of Older Persons 2025 👵🏽👴🏾

Theme: “Full Ageing Rights for All”

Today, we celebrate the wisdom, resilience, and invaluable contributions of older people in our communities. From sharing life stories to shaping generations, older persons are the heart of our families and the backbone of our society.

This year’s theme reminds us that ageing is not just a natural process — it’s a human right to age with dignity, security, and inclusion.

Let’s continue to build a world where every older person is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

💜 To all the older people we work with, care for, and love — thank you💜

21/09/2025

🧠💜 World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21st 💜🧠

Today, we stand together to raise awareness, show support, and honour those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and all forms of dementia.

Alzheimer’s is more than memory loss — it’s a journey that impacts families, caregivers, and communities. On this day, we reflect on the importance of compassion, early diagnosis, and continued research to improve lives and find a cure.

Let’s break the stigma. Let’s talk about dementia. Let’s support those who care.

Whether you’re a caregiver, a loved one, or someone living with dementia — you are not alone. 💜

18/09/2025

Thank you to all the amazing residents and guests who attended our Macmillan Cancer Support 💚

We have raised a wonderful £322.75 💚

We also had the The Christine Canning collection" onsite with some very lovely items of clothing and accessories. We look forward to your next visit to Christine, thankyou😊

16/09/2025

2 Days to Go 💚

Welcoming all friends, family, and neighbours of Lacey Court to our Macmillan Coffee Morning 2025

On Thursday 18th September at 10.30am

£1.00 Entry fee in return for a FREE Raffle Ticket

We will also have "The Christine Canning collection" In attendance selling stunning fashion items for woman.

Pop in for a brew and some cake and help to make a difference💚

04/09/2025

Welcoming all friends, family, and neighbours of Lacey Court to our Macmillan Coffee Morning 2025

On Thursday 18th September at 10.30am

£1.00 Entry fee in return for a FREE Raffle Ticket

We will also have "The Christine Canning collection" In attendance selling stunning fashion items for woman.

Pop in for a brew and some cake and help to make a difference💚

22/08/2025

A "Generational Moment" for Women's Rugby: The tournament, lasting until September 27th across eight venues, is set to be a significant platform for women's sport, inspiring a new generation of players and fans.

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12/08/2025

STAY HYDRATED

1. Drink Regularly, Don't Wait for Thirst: Thirst is a sign of mild dehydration, so it's best to drink fluids throughout the day before you feel thirsty.

2. Water is Generally Best: While other beverages can contribute to your fluid intake, water is often the best choice for staying hydrated, according to the American Heart Association.

3. Consider Electrolytes: If you're sweating heavily during exercise, you might want to consider sports drinks with electrolytes to replace those lost through sweat.

4. Eat Water-Rich Foods: Fruits and vegetables like watermelon, strawberries, cucumbers, and lettuce are high in water content and can help contribute to your daily fluid intake.

5. Be Mindful of Your Environment: Hot weather or intense physical activity can increase your fluid needs, so drink more fluids in these situations.

6. Watch Your Urine Color: Clear or pale yellow urine is generally a sign of good hydration, while dark yellow urine indicates a need for more fluids.

7. Limit Sugary Drinks: Avoid excessive consumption of sugary drinks like soda, as they can contribute to dehydration in the long run.

08/08/2025

Welcoming all friends, family, and neighbours of Lacey Court to our Macmillan Coffee Morning 2025

On Thursday 18th September at 10.30am

£1.00 Entry fee in return for a FREE Raffle Ticket

We will also have TThe Christine Canning collection"In attendance selling stunning fashion items for woman.

Pop in for a brew and some cake and help to make a difference💚

01/08/2025

Yorkshire Day, a day to celebrate everything Yorkshire, but especially the integrity of the county, has been promoted by the society for nearly forty years.