Lydfords Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

05/09/2025

Contact us for your respite stay.😊

Here at Lydfords we offer short respite stays as well as long term care and support.

If you are caring for someone a little break could be just what you and the person you care for need.

A respite stays with us will give you the opportunity to have a rest and relax at home, have a holiday with family or friends or enjoy the things you have wanted to do for a while!

You can relax knowing the person you care for is safe receiving high quality care and support, whilst enjoying delicious food and new experiences amongst friends.

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

04/09/2025

With all of that rain yesterday some of our residents took the chance to enjoy some puzzles in the main lounge! 🧩

Puzzles and board games are all very popular throughout our home, especially ones like scrabble and domino’s! Our residents find things like this the perfect rainy day activity.🌧️

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

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

The rain didn’t stop our residents from going and enjoying a trip to Staverton Nursery yesterday!🪴

The residents enjoyed a walk around the nursery looking at all of the colourful flowers whilst reminiscing on their gardens and their favourite flowers they would have in their garden!💐

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

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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01/09/2025

We’re less than 2 weeks away to our next open day! 🏠

We are looking forward to welcoming everybody into our home to see what life is like at Lydfords.🍃

We will have members of our management team there on the day to answer any questions you may have!👨‍💼

Please feel free to pop in on the day or you can book an appointment with the home via 01825 840259. 📞

31/08/2025

This week residents attended the Ridgewood social club! 🙋‍♀️

Carol and the residents took the minibus down to Ridgewood village hall and spent their lunch time getting to know the others who attended.

They listened to an amazing violinist and enjoyed a lovely lunch whilst there aswell! 🎻

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the trip and we are looking forward to the next one.🤩

30/08/2025

This week Sue sat down with some of our ladies and put together some collages of what pictures stood out most to them!

One of our residents Shirley she mainly focused on bright colours for her page and Beryl focused on creating a story with the pictures of going for a walk and picking flowers. 💐

The residents all enjoyed picking their favourite pictures and creating a page that appealed to them! They all explained their collages to each other over a cup of tea and cake to finish off the lovely, relaxed afternoon! ☕️🍰

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

29/08/2025

Here at Lydfords we’re all very lucky to have the wonderful Jan as one of our volunteers!

Jan comes in often to tidy and paint the residents nails and has recently been going above and beyond to ensure that our residents have lovely nails for all the summer events that they have attended! 💅

We appreciate everything Jan does for our residents 💓

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

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. ✨

28/08/2025

Recently we were visited by the wonderful Gary from Ashdown Radio! 📻

Gary popped in for a cup of tea and a chat with Anthony and Sam. They gave Gary and tour of the home and introduced him to all the residents and staff and caught him up on all our plans we have for the upcoming months!

It was lovely to have Gary here and we will look forward to seeing him again at the Ashdown Radio Community Awards ceremony.🥳

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

27/08/2025

Recently the home had the position on Resident Ambassador become available again and we are happy to say that the position has now been fulfilled by Trish! 💐

Trish is eager to get going in her more role and is excited to be a voice for the residents and their ideas!

We’re sure Trish will do extremely well as our ambassador and we look forward to hearing what the residents have to say in our next residents meeting! 📅

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

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

The employee of the month for July goes too…Leanne! 🥂

Leanne was voted for by her colleagues and the residents for settling into her new role as Care Community Lead so well and for always being supportive to everyone.

Well done Leanne! 🥳

If you would like to have your say in the employee of the month please feel free to ask for a nomination form when you are in the home! 🏡

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

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

We are excited to be hosting a dog show at Lydfords on the 3rd of October! 🐶

We will be joined by world-renowned dog trainer Kamal Fernandez and professional animal photographer Judith Stewart! 🥇🥈

There are many classes available to enter into and it will £1 per class. All proceeds will be going to The Kit Wilson Trust!

We are also looking for any businesses who sell dog supplies and would like to have a table at the event to sell some of your products! If you would like some more information regarding this please contact Sam Harding on sam.harding@barchester.com

We look forward to seeing everyone there! 🐕

24/08/2025

Lydfords Carnival afternoon! 🌺

Yesterday at Lydfords everyone gathered in the garden for a carnival afternoon!

We had the amazing Hayley and June in to perform a selection of fun songs to get everybody up and dancing!

Everyone had a lot of fun in the afternoon listings to the amazing music and sitting in the sun.🌞

Thank you to our amazing activities Lead Carole for always arranging such amazing events! 💓

To find out more about life at Lydfords, visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/lydfords-care-home Alternatively you can give us a call on : 01825 840259 📞

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

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. 👏