Advinia Health Care

16/02/2026

International Food Day at Advinia

Today we celebrated the incredible diversity that makes Advinia such a special place to work. Colleagues came together to share dishes from their homelands, each one bringing flavours, traditions and stories they’re proud of.

From dhokla, parmigiana, sabudhana, krokiety and baklava to banoffee pie and rice pudding, our table was full of delicious food, and our hearts were full of connection.

Moments like these remind us that food has a unique way of bringing people together, strengthening our sense of community and celebrating the cultures that shape who we are.

13/02/2026

We are so grateful for these kind words from our families.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences, your feedback means the world to our teams. It’s a privilege to care for your loved ones, and we’re incredibly proud of the dedication, compassion and hard work shown by our staff every single day.

12/02/2026

We were proud to host our very first B Happie Star Chef of the Year, North Regional Heat, bringing together incredible culinary talent from across our homes. From live cook-offs to resident judging and even a live stream across our care homes, it was a day full of creativity, passion and resident-focused excellence.

Congratulations to Mark McGuffie (Stonedale Care Home) and Claudine Walker (Roberttown Care Home) on securing their places in the National Finals 👏

👉 Read the full story and see how the day unfolded: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/advinia-healthcare-hosts-first-ever-b-happie-star-chef-of-the-year-regional-heat-in-the-north/

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09/02/2026

Huge congratulations to the incredible team at Ryland View Care Home on achieving a Good CQC rating. A well-deserved achievement and a testament to the hard work, care and commitment of the whole team.

👉 Read the full story: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/ryland-view-care-home-team-celebrates-good-cqc-rating/

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06/02/2026

A Warm Welcome to Our New Catering Team Members at Hammerwich Hall Care Home

We’re delighted to welcome Jake Walker, Head Chef, and Dan Aldridge, Chef, to Hammerwich Hall. Their experience, creativity, and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences will play a key role in enhancing everyday life for our residents.

👏 Please join us in welcoming Jake and Dan to the Advinia family.

👉 Discover more about Jake and Dan and what they’ll be bringing to Hammerwich Hall: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/welcome-to-the-team-at-hammerwich-hall-care-home/

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22/01/2026

Heroes of Happiness: Celebrating the People Who Make Advinia Shine!

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate three inspiring Heroes of Happiness this week who go above and beyond to bring joy, positivity, and support to residents and colleagues across Advinia:

Neshie Alamo, Home Manager at Maycroft - affectionately known as the “Singing Manager”, whose infectious energy, kindness, and joyful leadership create a truly happy home for residents and teams alike.

Pauline Lewis, our first Heroes of Happiness winner from the Resident Safety Managers in Scotland, recognised for her unwavering support, encouragement, and commitment to keeping resident safety at the heart of everything she does.

Stephen McClean, whose dedication and creativity have transformed gardens across our Scottish homes, creating welcoming, vibrant outdoor spaces that residents can genuinely enjoy and take pride in.

Each of these individuals embodies what Heroes of Happiness is all about: making a meaningful difference through everyday actions, compassion, and passion for what they do.

Thank you, Neshie, Pauline, and Stephen, for all your hard work.

19/01/2026

We’re incredibly proud of Isabel Cummings and Kirstin Millar, Wellbeing Co-ordinators at Haydale Care Home - Advinia Healthcare, who have been recognised in the Digital Engagement category at the NAPA Awards for their outstanding work keeping residents connected, included, and engaged through digital activity.

Already national award winners in 2023, this latest nomination is another well-deserved recognition of their passion, creativity, and commitment to residents and the wider community.

A huge congratulations to Isabel and Kirstin, we wish you the very best of luck at the awards ceremony in January.

👉 Read the full story and learn more about their incredible impact here: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/haydale-care-home-staff-shortlisted-for-national-award/

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15/01/2026

Celebrating a Hero of Happiness, West Ridings Nursing Home Manager, Debbie Farrah

We’re proud to recognise Debbie Farrah for her incredible dedication, leadership, and the positive difference she makes to residents and teams at West Ridings Care Home.

Debbie truly embodies the spirit of our B Happie values, supporting colleagues, raising standards, and creating environments where residents and teams can thrive.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Debbie on this well-deserved recognition.

Discover Debbie’s story and the impact she’s made here: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/heroes-of-happiness-award-celebrating-west-ridings-home-manager-debbie-farrah/

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13/01/2026

Introducing B Happie Cultural Connections

We’re proud to launch B Happie Cultural Connections, a new Advinia initiative aligned with NAPA’s Year of Culture, celebrating the rich diversity, traditions, and stories within our homes.

With monthly cultural celebration days across every Advinia Home, this programme puts inclusion, belonging, and person-centred care at the heart of everyday life, through food, music, stories, and shared experiences that truly matter.

Discover how we’re celebrating culture and belonging across Advinia Homes: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/advinia-launches-b-happie-cultural-connections-in-support-of-napas-year-of-culture/

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09/01/2026

We’re proud to recognise Susan Unsworth, Wellbeing Coordinator at Bedford Care Home, who has received a Heroes of Happiness Award for the incredible difference she makes to residents’ lives every day.

Susan’s compassion, creativity, and dedication to meaningful moments perfectly reflect the heart of our B Happie values, putting wellbeing, connection, and joy at the centre of care.

Please join us in congratulating Susan on this well-deserved recognition.

👉 Read the full story here: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/heroes-of-happiness-award-celebrating-susan-unsworth/

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07/01/2026

Looking Back on A Christmas To Remember

As we reflect on the festive season, we’re incredibly proud of the creativity, compassion, and person-centred care shown across Advinia Homes during our A Christmas To Remember initiative, kindly sponsored by Countrywide.

From resident-led celebrations to meaningful moments shared with families and communities, our homes truly brought the spirit of Christmas to life, with Hammerwich Hall Care Home taking the top prize and Hill View - Advinia Healthcare and Norwood Nursing Home - Advinia Healthcare receiving well-deserved recognition.

These moments are a wonderful reminder of how powerful it is when residents are at the heart of everything we do.

👉 Read the full story here: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/winners-of-a-christmas-to-remember-competition-announced/

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05/01/2026

We’re proud to launch Be Happie- Chef of the Year, Advinia Healthcare’s first organisation-wide culinary competition, created to celebrate the passion, creativity, and talent of our incredible catering teams.

From regional heats to a grand final, our chefs will showcase their skills, with winning dishes featured on Advinia menus for residents to enjoy. Even more importantly, residents will play a central role in judging, ensuring their voices and preferences remain at the heart of the competition!

Click here to know more: https://www.advinia.co.uk/news/advinia-healthcare-launches-be-happie-chef-of-the-year-competition/

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