Latham Lodge Nursing & Residential Care Home

12/05/2026

Today at Latham Lodge we celebrated International Nurses Day and recognised the dedication, compassion, professionalism, and commitment shown by our incredible nursing team every single day.

Although not all of our nurses were with us today, each and every one of them is truly appreciated and celebrated for the outstanding care and support they provide to our residents and to the home. Thank you for the kindness, strength, and reassurance you bring to others every day. Thank you to our RGNs Sherrian,Vera, Yvonne, Ioana, Smarty, Alison, Ellen, Amorelle ❤️

We were also delighted to welcome Michelle French, Clinical Trainer for Caring Homes, to join in our celebrations and to recognise the “Power of Nurses 2026” alongside our team.

A very special celebration was also held today for our wonderful Deputy Manager and Clinical Lead, Sherrian, as she celebrated her 50th birthday! Thank you, Sherrian, for your continued leadership, dedication, and support to Latham Lodge — we hope you had a fantastic day celebrating with us all.

To all of our nursing team and wider staff — thank you for everything you do. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed, and Latham Lodge is stronger because of each of you.❤️ Caring Homes

29/04/2026

At Latham Lodge, we believe that every birthday is more than just a date on the Calendar - it is a special moment to celebrate life, memories, and individuality of each person in our home.

For our residents, birthdays are incredibly important, which is why we now keep a dedicated birthday Calendar to make sure no one is ever missed. From thoughtful cards and presents to a favourite cake ready in advance, we want every resident to feel valued, remembered, and truly celebrated on their special day.

It is just as important to recognise the milestones of our team members too, because they are such a meaningful part of our Latham lodge family.

Blake has only just recently joined our care home team, and the look of surprise on his face in this video says it all when he arrived for his night shift last night to a birthday celebration waiting for him.

Happy 21st birthday Blake, from all the staff and residents at Latham lodge and Caring Homes. We hope you have a wonderful day and know you are appreciated ❤️

25/04/2026

This week Reshma Radhakrishnan received her Caring Star of the month awards for February & March 2026. Reshma was nominated by her colleagues and residents with comments noted as “she is always so friendly and kind” & “Reshma works really hard and is someone people feel like they can turn to and they can rely on”

Management recently appointed Reshma as Lathams People Moving & Handling trainer and noted that Reshma did extensive research and delivered some well thought out and informative sessions.

Staff who attended these sessions also mentioned how good they thought the training was. So from all of us at Latham Lodge & Caring Homes we just want to say a huge thank you for all your hard work. We hope you enjoy your flowers and vouchers.

Today is also Reshma’s 30th Birthday so please join us in wishing her a Very Happy Birthday 🥳

26/02/2026

🌟Trusted by Families. Rated by Those Who Know Us Best. 🌟

We’re incredibly proud to share that Caring Homes has once again been named one of the Top 20 Care Home Groups in the UK by carehome.co.uk 🏆

What makes this award so special? It’s based entirely on independent reviews from residents and their families. No judging panels, just real experiences from people who have trusted us with the care of someone they love.

For families searching for care, this recognition offers something truly important:
• Genuine reassurance from those who’ve experienced our care first-hand
• Confidence in the compassion and professionalism of our teams
• Trust in safe, welcoming environments where dignity and respect come first

Choosing care is never just practical, it’s deeply personal. We’re honoured that so many families have shared their positive experiences and helped us achieve this recognition once again. 💜

Thank you to our wonderful residents, families and teams who make this possible every day.

25/02/2026

🍽️ Supporting Residents with Dysphagia – With Skill, Care and Creativity

Last week, our Head Chefs came together for an advanced training workshop focused on supporting residents who live with dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). The session was led by Andy Cullum, National Trainer for International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), giving our chefs the opportunity to further enhance their knowledge and practical skills.

So what does this mean for residents and families?

✔️ Safer dining experiences, reducing the risks associated with swallowing difficulties
✔️ Meals tailored precisely to individual texture needs using the IDDSI framework
✔️ Food that remains nutritious, recognisable and beautifully presented
✔️ Encouraging residents to eat with confidence, pleasure and dignity

From recreating full traditional meals across multiple texture levels to learning how to test consistency accurately, the workshop reinforced how creativity and consistency work hand-in-hand to deliver truly person-centred care.

Because mealtimes should always be something to enjoy 💜

Read more about the training here:
👉 https://www.caringhomes.org/news/caring-homes-head-chefs-learn-advanced-skills-to-benefit-residents-with-dysphagia

12/02/2026

🌟 We’re incredibly proud to share some wonderful news from Latham Lodge Nursing & Residential Care Home. 🌟

Our colleague Ashleigh O’Brien has been named Apprentice of the Year by the University of Wi******er in recognition of her outstanding commitment, professionalism and dedication as a Nursing Associate Apprentice.

Ashleigh’s passion for learning and person-centred care makes a real difference every day, supporting our residents with compassion while sharing her knowledge with colleagues and helping to raise standards across the home.

A huge congratulations to Ashleigh on this fantastic and well-deserved achievement. We’re so proud to have you as part of the Latham Lodge team.

To read more about Ashleigh’s success, visit https://www.caringhomescareers.co.uk/learning-and-development

09/02/2026

This National Apprenticeship Week we’re celebrating the incredible team members who continue to grow with us.

At Caring Homes, apprenticeships aren’t about starting from scratch, they’re about supporting our existing teams to build confidence, gain recognised qualifications and develop skills for life, all while continuing in their roles.

From leadership and management to specialist care pathways, ongoing learning helps our teams feel supported and that means our residents benefit from experienced, knowledgeable and familiar faces every day.

Because when our people grow, everyone benefits. Find out more at https://www.caringhomescareers.co.uk/learning-and-development

30/01/2026

💙 Keeping Healthy in Older Age 💙

In the last of our videos on nursing care this month, we wanted to highlight that sometimes, the biggest difference nursing care makes is in the confidence it gives, to residents and to their families.

This case study shows how the right nursing support, at the right time, helped improve one resident’s health and wellbeing, allowing them to feel more settled, supported and secure.

📹 Watch how nursing care can make a meaningful difference. https://vimeo.com/1044343733

Join us as Sue shares the remarkable story of her friend Jill’s journey to better health after moving to Homefield Grange Care Home. Thanks to the tailored…

23/01/2026

🌟 January Apprentice of the Month 🌟

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate our very own Lauren, Care Assistant here at Latham Lodge Nursing & Residential Care Home, as January’s Apprentice of the Month

Lauren is currently completing her Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker apprenticeship and her tutor recently shared some lovely feedback following an observation. When an unexpected fire alarm sounded, Lauren stayed calm, took the lead to ensure everyone was safe, supported her colleagues and once everything was resolved, made sure residents were comfortable and reassured, complete with a well-earned cup of tea!

Lauren’s kindness, confidence and natural leadership shine through every day and this recognition is so well deserved. Congratulations, Lauren, we’re so lucky to have you as part of the Latham Lodge team!

23/01/2026

💙 Keeping Healthy in Older Age 💙

Good nursing care isn’t just about treatment, it’s about helping people live well, day to day.

Across our homes, our nurses support residents to manage health conditions while still enjoying the routines, activities and moments that matter most to them. Whether it’s pain management, medication support or simply being there for reassurance, nursing care plays a quiet but powerful role in everyday life.

📹 Take a look at how our teams support residents across our homes - https://vimeo.com/1044334383

At Caring Homes, our highly skilled and compassionate nursing team goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care to residents with a variety of needs. This video…

22/01/2026

💙 Keeping Healthy in Older Age – Join Us 💙

We are opening our doors to the local community with a friendly, informative health event on Thursday 29th January between 2.00pm and 4.00pm

Come along and enjoy:
✅ Free blood pressure check
🍓Enjoy delicious smoothies
🙆🏼‍♀️Join our gentle seated exercise class
👱🏼 The chance to meet our nursing and care teams and ask questions about care

Whether you’re supporting a loved one or simply want to learn more, you’ll be very welcome.
📍 RSVP Kelly Bessey, Home Manager, on 02392 254 175 or by email manager.lathamCaring Homes