Willowbrook Homecare

27/01/2026

💐Celebrating 20 Years of Service – Lindsey Dean

Today, we proudly celebrate a remarkable milestone -20 years of dedicated service from our Finance Manager, Lindsey.

Lindsey is respected, reliable, and always supportive, serving as a calm and trusted presence at the heart of Willowbrook Homecare for two decades. Her commitment, professionalism, and kindness make a significant difference to our teams and the individuals we support every day. 💫

Her contributions extend beyond finance; they embody our values of dignity, independence, and well-being, ensuring our services remain strong and sustainable. Lindsey’s work is truly about people, care, and community.

Thank you, Lindsey, for 20 years of leadership, dedication, and compassion. You are undeniably at the heart of Willowbrook Homecare. 💛

Click on the link below to read the full article on our website:

👉 https://willowbrook-homecare.co.uk/2026/01/27/celebrating-20-years-of-outstanding-service-lindsey-dean

27/01/2026

💜 Did you know there are many different types of dementia?

We’re resharing this important post from the Alzheimer’s Society to help raise awareness and understanding.

Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies are among the most common types, and each can affect individuals in different ways. Dementia doesn’t look the same for everyone, which is why recognising a wider range of symptoms is so important.

By learning the signs, we can help ensure people get the right support and an early diagnosis when it matters most.

We encourage you to save this post and to take a moment to read and share.

Knowledge and understanding make a real difference 💜

For further information and support, visit the Alzheimer’s Society website or call their Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456.

Did you know there are many different types of dementia?

Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies are four of the most common forms of dementia, and they can all affect people differently.

This is our guide to a few of the most common symptoms for each illness.

Dementia looks different for everyone, so a person’s symptoms may not look exactly as they are described here.

However by knowing the signs, we can make sure that we don’t brush off or ignore some of these lesser-known symptoms, to help everyone with dementia get a crucial early diagnosis.

Save this post for later, and if you’d like more info visit our website or give our Dementia Support Line a call on 0333 150 3456.

27/01/2026

🍽️ Traybake dinners are saving our January! 😍

We’re loving these not-your-average traybake recipes from BBC Food — perfect for simple, tasty meals that still feel exciting. In order of appearance:

1️⃣ Vietnamese-inspired dumpling traybake
2️⃣ Crispy chilli beef and noodle traybake
3️⃣ Chilli paneer traybake
4️⃣ Romesco chickpea traybake
…and more! 👇

Would you make any of these traybakes? If you do, we’d love to hear how they turned out and which ones are your favourites! Drop your thoughts (and photos!) in the comments below 👇💬
👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/collections/your_favourite_dinner_in_a_traybake

25/01/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Whether you’re tucking into Haggis, Neeps & Tatties, raising a wee dram, or keeping it simple with a classic Haggis Supper, we hope you’re having a wonderful Burns Day 💙

Slàinte mhath 🥃

Robert Burns, the beloved voice of Scotland, still inspires hearts across generations, and we celebrate his legacy on Burns Night, the 25th January each year.

This year we wish you all a wonderful Burns Night filled with good food, great whisky, and the company of friends. Raise a glass to the Bard! "Slàinte Mhath!" and "Lang may yer lum reek!

Happy Burns Night 2026". 🥃

̀intemhath

25/01/2026

🌿 Sunday Reflection

Hope is the quiet belief that tomorrow can be better than today.

Hope does not always shout out; sometimes it’s a gentle whisper that keeps us moving forward. At Willowbrook Homecare, we see how hope brings comfort, courage, and light to the people we support and to our dedicated team, even in the most challenging moments.

As a new week begins, hold onto hope. Better days are always possible. 💫

24/01/2026

💐A Thoughtful Thank You

Our Extra Care team at Hare Hill in Littleborough was delighted to receive chocolates and a lovely thank-you card from June’s family this week. This thoughtful gesture truly brightened everyone’s day. 👌🏼

Kind words like these mean so much to our employees and remind us why we do what we do. We are pleased to hear that June is feeling better, and we wish her continued recovery, comfort, and well-being.

💛 A heartfelt thank you to Marjorie, and to June’s family for your kindness, and appreciation; it never goes unnoticed.

24/01/2026

👉🏼 It’s not too late to take part in this weekend’s RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch (23-25th Jan)🐦

All it takes is one hour to count the birds you spot in your garden or outdoor space, then submit your results online.

It’s a lovely way to connect with nature and support vital wildlife research 💚

The house sparrow is currently topping the leaderboard — do you think it will stay there?

👉🏼 Find out more and sign up here: https://www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happening/big-garden-birdwatch

Happy bird spotting everyone! 🐥✨

23/01/2026

💐Shout-out to Jodie!

This week we received a lovely compliment for one of our new Hyndburn care support workers, Jodie, and it’s really made our day.

💛 The daughter of Ronald, one of the gentlemen we support and care for, called to tell us that her dad had been feeling a little down this week. But after Jodie’s homecare visit, he rang her to say he was feeling so much better. He described Jodie as lovely company, chatty, and attentive. How wonderful it is to hear!

Moments like these remind us of the power of kindness, conversation, and genuine care.

Well done, Jodie! We are so proud to have you on the Willowbrook Homecare team. ✨

23/01/2026

📖 Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI is becoming part of everyday life, from phones and smart speakers to online services. That’s why it’s important for all of us, at any age, to understand what AI is, how it works, and how to stay safe online.

Age UK has shared a helpful post, 'What you need to know about Artificial Intelligence and what it means for you'. It explains how AI is being used, what to look out for, and simple ways to stay safe in the digital world.

Take a look here 👉 https://bit.ly/4pQ3P9O

Do you use Artificial Intelligence?

Whether we’re 18 or 80 it’s important for us all to keep up to date with how AI might affect our daily lives.

Read about how AI is being used, and how to stay safe, here 👉 https://bit.ly/4pQ3P9O

21/01/2026

🌟 Wednesday Wisdom

Small steps forward still count as progress. 💛

Every little effort, every gentle move in the right direction, and every moment of persistence matters. Growth isn’t always about big leaps; it’s about showing up, one step at a time. 🌿

What small step are you proud of today? 👇

19/01/2026

Apparently, it’s Blue Monday today. Do you think it is?

For me, Blue Monday will only have one meaning: that iconic 80’s tune, the one by New Order. Back in the day (1983), I danced my little cotton socks off to the 12-inch version, and honestly, I still think it’s a classic!

I’ve just popped over to YouTube to listen to it again. The 12” version (over seven minutes long!) has racked up an incredible 190 million views! Watching the video took me right back. Isn’t it just amazing how music can lift your mood? 💙🎶

Here’s my version of Blue Monday for you (don’t worry, it’s not the full 12” mix 😂)…

👉 link to YouTube video https://youtu.be/9GMjH1nR0ds?si=BM5jmonJhrTtisFh

Let’s hear yours- what tune never fails to lift your spirits? 😊

Christine

18/01/2026

🌿 Sunday Reflection

Strength grows when you keep going, even on the days you want to stop. ✨
Some days ask more of us than others. Yet it’s in those quieter, tougher moments that our resilience builds. At Willowbrook Homecare, we see this strength every day, in the individuals we support and in our dedicated employees who continue to show up with compassion and care. 💙

If today feels heavy, remember: every small step forward matters. Keep going, you are stronger than you know. 💫