Drummond Grange Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

18/09/2025

Thank you so much to zoo lab who had brought so many cool creatures and furry friends for our residents to see - as you can see by the smiles on their faces they loved it !!!!
Can’t wait to see you guys again !

To find out more about life at Drummond Grange visit their website at
https://www.barchester.com/home/drummond-grange-care-home
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18/09/2025

V&A Virtual Make-along!

On Tuesday, 23rd September, at 2.30pm we’ll be virtually joining Holly from the V&A Learning team and designer-artist Rafin Jannat for a live make-along in celebration of the National Day of Arts in Care Homes.

We’ll learn about the stunning work of artists, designers and craftspeople that feature in the South Asia Gallery at the V&A Museum in South Kensington, London.

Residents can follow along to create their own work on paper using pigments and paints you can find and make from everyday ingredients.

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact us for more information.

To find out more about life in our homes, please visit our website:
https://brnw.ch/21wVSnn

08/09/2025

Our Tell Barchester Annual Survey is LIVE!

For the 5th consecutive year, our annual customer satisfaction survey Tell Barchester is OPEN!

The survey gives our residents, patients, their friends and family the opportunity to tell us how they feel about their experience, helping us learn, improve and celebrate what people love about life at Barchester.

Residents and patients are able to complete the survey with our teams, invitations to take part are emailed to all friends & family members we have contact details for – have you received yours? It’s also possible to take part in our homes and hospitals using the QR posters on display.

Tell Barchester is quick and simple to complete, your time is much appreciated and this feedback shapes the care and service received across Barchester.

In the meantime, if you have feedback you would like to share you can talk to us at any point, our door is always open.

06/09/2025

Attention all quizzers and music fans! 🎵 📝

Join us on Wednesday, 10th September, at 2.30pm for a fun-filled virtual music quiz.

We’ll link up with Barchester care homes and hospitals across the country for Barchester’s ‘Now That’s What I Call Music’ Quiz.

Our residents will go head-to-head with our sister homes, putting their music knowledge to the test to see who will claim the title of ultimate quiz champion.

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact the home for more information.

05/09/2025

Boogie beats class were back once again and everyone had so much fun !!! 🤩
The residents love dancing and singing with the little ones and we can’t wait till they’re back next month !

To find out more about life at Drummond Grange visit their website at
https://www.barchester.com/home/drummond-grange-care-home
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04/09/2025

⭐ LaingBuisson 2025 Award Finalist ⭐

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for the ‘Care Home Group of the Year’ category at the prestigious LaingBuisson Awards.

Now in their 20th year, the awards recognise and celebrate outstanding achievements in the UK health and social care industry.

With more than 400 entries submitted across each category, being named a finalist is a real honour.

This recognition is a true reflection of the dedication, hard work and compassion of all our teams and colleagues across Barchester – a big thank you for everything they do each day! 👏

The winners will be announced on the 20th November 2025 at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London.

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03/09/2025

✨🎭 Bringing the Fringe to Strachan House ✨🎵

Residents, families and visitors at Strachan House Care Home in enjoyed an afternoon of fantastic performances as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Care Fest.

Now in its third year, the Fringe Care Fest brings the magic of the Fringe directly to care home residents who can no longer visit the festival venues.

Talented singer and pianist Jacqui Randa warmed up the crowd with her excellent keyboard skills and cheeky anecdotes. After a short break for more prosecco in the sun, everyone relaxed to the wonderful voice of Duane Forrest.

It was an amazing experience, complete with a special party menu from the home’s kitchen team, plenty of drinks – and of course, lots of dancing.

A big thank you to all involved in making this event such a success. 👏

02/09/2025

⭐ A Perfect 10! ⭐

We’re thrilled to share that Iverley View Care Home in has received a 10 out of 10 score on the independent care home reviews site, carehome.co.uk, after a series of glowing reviews.

This fantastic achievement places Iverley View 7th out of 7,238 care homes across England and 1st in their county.

A big thank you to the team who work incredibly hard to provide the highest standard of care and support to residents and their families. Truly well deserved. 👏

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29/08/2025

🐾 Residents Welcome Furry Friends 🐾

Our care homes and hospitals recently marked National Dog Day in style by hosting a range of activities for all to enjoy, including dog shows, pet therapy sessions and community events.

From four-legged companions to wagging tails and friendly competitions, it was a wonderful day that brought joy and smiles to everyone.

Take a look at some of our favourite moments. ✨

27/08/2025

⭐ Champions of Care: The Care Quality Leaders Network ⭐

We’re delighted to share that Sue Sheath, our Director of Regulation and Quality Improvement, has been featured in this month’s Caring Times magazine for her work founding the Care Quality Leaders Network.

In June, the network held its first face-to-face conference entitled ‘Innovating Care Quality: Leadership in Action’ in London, bringing together colleagues from across the adult social care sector.

What began as a small group of providers meeting informally before the pandemic has grown under Sue’s leadership into a thriving network of over 90 organisations – from large operators to mid-sized and smaller providers nationwide – all united by a shared commitment to champion high-quality care.

Sue commented: “I am so proud of how this group has grown over the last five years into an incredible supportive network with real influence. I was keen to create an opportunity for the group to meet face to face to hear from some of the biggest names in the sector about the challenges and opportunities we face and share ideas and best practice. I would like to thank all our generous partners such as Radar Healthcare, Care Launch and Nourish Care, who made this event possible.”

We’re so proud of Sue for her hard work in creating this fantastic network and for running such a successful event that brought together so many excellent minds! 👏

26/08/2025

📸 World Photography Day 🌟

Recently, residents and patients up and down the country celebrated World Photography Day with flair and creativity.

Throughout the day, everyone enjoyed a range of themed activities and art sessions, from crafting photo books and collages to participating in professional photoshoots and capturing images of their favourite objects and subjects.

It was also a wonderful opportunity for all to reflect on past experiences by looking at treasured photographs and sharing happy memories.

Take a look at some of our favourite moments.

25/08/2025

Another year another fringe festival celebration!!!!🕺💃🎊
HUGE thanks to those who came and made the day that bit more special ! Our team were working hard on making this years festival bigger and better and we are so happy with how the day turned out.
if you enjoyed your time with us please don't be shy and leave us a review and let us know what you thought !
Thank you again to the bands and acts who came to the home and performed for our residents, they are all asking for an encore ! 🤣🥰
To find out more about life at Drummond Grange please visit their website :
https://www.barchester.com/home/drummond-grange-care-home2451005

22/08/2025

✨🏍️ Speedway Wish Granted 🏍️✨

This week, the team at Hickathrift House Care Home in was delighted to grant another special wish through their ‘Post a Wish’ initiative – a visit to the King's Lynn Speedway - the Home of the Stars.

It was a fantastic experience, with riders kindly taking time to chat and reminisce with a resident about past races and bikes. The Speedway team ensured the evening was special, welcoming everyone on arrival and making the visit unforgettable.

Residents truly enjoyed sitting in the front row, cheering on the riders and sharing stories of speedway events gone by.

A big thank you to all involved in making this trip possible. 👏

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21/08/2025

🤩 Adventure Day Out for Mortain Place Residents 🤩

Residents at Mortain Place Care Home in enjoyed an unforgettable day at Knockhatch Adventure Park.

From speeding around the go-kart track and meeting extraordinary animals to splashing down the water slides, it was a day full of fun.

To make the trip even more special, residents and colleagues were joined by Malcolm from ITV News Meridian, who captured the excitement on camera and spoke to the residents about their experiences.

The team at Mortain Place believe days like this are an important way to enrich the lives of residents, creating lasting memories for all involved.

Take a look at the fantastic broadcast coverage below! 👇

Watch the latest from ITV News - Barchester Mortain Place in Eastbourne takes its residents on day trips to an adventure park with activities such as go-karting and water slides

21/08/2025

The set up has begun for our very own fringe festival that will take place this Sunday !! 🧡🩷
We are so excited for this event and we have a few things lined up for you guys to enjoy, such as cocktails live music and one great party 🎉
Thank you so much to acts that have volunteered to play for our residents !
We hope to see everyone there and that everyone enjoys themselves
If you want to find out more there are flyers around the home for people to collect 🙂

To find out more about life at Drummond Grange visit their website at
https://www.barchester.com/home/drummond-grange-care-home
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20/08/2025

Calling all Bingo enthusiasts!

Join us on Wednesday, 27th August, at 2.30pm for some interactive virtual Bingo fun as part of ‘Barchester Goes Gaming’ – Barchester’s very own game show series.

We will take on our sister homes to find out which care home or hospital has the best Bingo players.

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact the home for more information.

To find out more about life in our homes, please visit our website: https://brnw.ch/21wV3gM

19/08/2025

🦆📚 A Quacking Good Story from Atfield House 📚🦆

We’re excited to share that Atfield House Care Home in , London has launched their very own children’s storybook, inspired by a much-loved tradition and their nature-loving residents.

Each year, a duck named Hope visits the home’s garden to lay her eggs – a heart-warming event that has been taking place for many years. The experience sparks engagement, evokes memories and offers meaningful comfort to residents, supporting emotional and cognitive wellbeing with every quiet waddle.

After speaking with residents, families and colleagues, the team decided to capture the tale in a beautifully illustrated book.
The home looks forward to sharing the storybook with visitors and children from local schools – a great opportunity to spread the joy of this charming tradition.

You can explore their delightful storybook here 👇https://online.flippingbook.com/view/503801204/

18/08/2025

🏃‍♂️🏅 Great North Run - Marathon Effort for Charity 🏃‍♀️🏅

On Sunday, 7th September, five brave Barchester colleagues will take on the gruelling Great North Run to raise money for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation.

The Foundation supports older people and adults living with a disability by helping them connect or re-connect with others in their local communities.

Our amazing runners are:
• Becky Dearing, Health and Safety Coordinator
• Kirsty Taylor, Activities Lead at Chalfont Lodge Care Centre - Barchester Healthcare
• Zsuszanna Bodog, Care Assistant from Red Oaks Care Home - Barchester Healthcare
• Tom Hodges, Dementia Nurse Specialist for the North West and Midlands
• Yvonne Hand, General Manager at Glenroyd Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

They will lace-up their trainers and use grit and determination to complete the 13-mile half marathon course that starts in Newcastle upon Tyne and takes thousands of runners over the iconic Tyne Bridge in order to raise funds for Barchester's Charitable Foundation.

Wishing the very best of luck to the runners! 👏

13/08/2025

🎤🎵 Come Sing! To Feel Good 🎤🎵

Residents and patients across the country had a fantastic time joining Dan Cooper, Vocal Coach from Biiah, for a lively summer virtual sing-along.

With the uplifting ‘Que Sera Sera’ by Doris Day and ‘Wouldn’t It Be Nice’ by The Beach Boys, there was plenty of singing and dancing all around.

The session was a great success, bringing benefits for the mind, body and soul, and leaving everyone with a dose of summer cheer.

A big thank you to Dan Cooper for the wonderful experience. 👏

Take a look at some of our favourite moments in the photos below.

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11/08/2025

✨A Roaring 1920s Summer Fête at Ashlar House ✨

Ashlar House Care Home in turned back the clock for a spectacular Summer Fete inspired by the glamour of the 1920s.

Residents, families, colleagues and guests dressed to impress, bringing the glamour and spirit of the Jazz Age to life.

From Charleston dancing and live entertainment to delicious food, sweet treats and a much-loved raffle. There was something for everyone to enjoy.

It was a fantastic experience for all involved. 👏

05/08/2025

On Tuesday, 12th August, at 2.30pm we will join renowned vocal coach Dan Cooper from Biiah for an exciting virtual singing session like no other.

We'll be singing the uplifting ‘Que Sera Sera’ by Doris Day and ‘Wouldn’t It Be Nice' by The Beach Boys for a suitably summery sing-a-long on this (hopefully!) sunny August afternoon.

No experience is necessary – this fun, easy and feel-good session is for everyone and will leave you smiling ear to ear. We hope you can join us!

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact us for more information.

To find out more about life in our homes, please visit our website: Care Homes Near Me | Nursing Homes Near Me | Barchester Healthcare

16/07/2025

Calling all quizzers! Join us on Wednesday, 30th July, at 2.30pm for an exciting virtual quiz.

We will link up with all Barchester care homes and hospitals across the country for Barchester’s Big Quiz.

We will take on our sister homes to test our general knowledge and determine who reigns as the ultimate brainbox among us.

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact the home for more information.

To find out more about life in our homes, please visit https://brnw.ch/21wUbs4

02/07/2025

🐝 The Wonderful World of Bees 🐝

Join us on Thursday, 3rd July, at 2.30pm, for an exciting live virtual event, hosted by Julia Young, an experienced beekeeper with over 14 years of hands-on hive knowledge.

Julia cares for more than 10 hives across Cheshire and is a proud member of the North Cheshire Beekeeping Association.

In this lively talk, Julia will take us on a fascinating journey into the secret life of the honeybee – from Strictly Come Dancing-style communication to Game of Thrones-level drama in the hive.

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact the home for more information.

24/06/2025

**We are recruiting an Activities Coordinator**

As an Activities Lead you’ll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents.

You will be computer literate and able to work closely with our community engagement team to create community links and showcase our Home, you will also be responsible for updating the homes social media platforms.

Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you’ll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability.

This is an extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone’s wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

For more information and apply visit Barchester Careers - https://jobs.barchester.com/job/barchester/activities-lead-care-home-in-lothian-74212