Scarborough Hall Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

12/09/2025

Yesterday we had a wonderful trip out to the Old Parcels Office to see the Yorkshire Coast by Rail exhibition. 🚂

It was lovely walking around looking at the miniature trains, posters, and history boards. Skigh said, “I had a lovely chat with Suzie, who told me about her experiences on trains. We talked about how they’ve changed over the years from carriages to the modern trains we have today.”

Alan added, “I’ve had a great time, this is brilliant!” while we enjoyed a drive around Scarborough. Even though it was raining, we still had such a lovely time together.

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

10/09/2025

As part of our Wishing Tree initiative, resident Stephen expressed his wish to enjoy his favourite past time hobby which is swimming!
We first had the chat back in August, when he told the team he used to go swimming regularly before the COVID-19 pandemic struck.

Today activity members Skigh and Jess along with Stephen fulfilled his wish and went swimming at our local everyone active pool.
Everyone was super friendly and helpful and we enjoyed socialising with other swimmers who were cheering us on.

Skigh said:
‘It was an amazing experience! The other swimmers were all cheering him on, and it gave him a boost of confidence to keep going. I'm looking forward to our next trip.’

After the swim, resident Stephen said, 'I feel so relaxed now.'

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

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.

08/09/2025

Please take a look at our upcoming activities, events and outings planned for the month of September.

For any further information or to find out ways you can be involved, please don't hesitate to reach out to a member of our activity team.

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

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.

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! 👏

27/08/2025

*** Celebrating Success ***

We would like to thank and congratulate carer Cath on completing her 15th year with us at Scarborough Hall!

Cath is extremely hard working and always goes the extra mile to make those in our care smile.

Thank you for your many years of dedicated service!

If you or someone you know would like to find out more about beginning a carer with us please have a look on our website or enquire at reception.

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

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.

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

20/08/2025

Today we said bon voyage to a very valued team member indeed…

Our wonderful head of maintenance, Jon and his wife Charlotte are heading off to start their new life in France on Friday.

Although we are devastated to be loosing such an integral team member, we wish them both the best of luck and happiness on their future endeavours!

Jon has held his position at Scarborough Hall for four years now after a complete career change and has truly flourished, not only managing all the tasks within the home efficiently but also always making time to go that extra mile driving the homes minibus with the activity team as well as supporting residents to and from appointments.

You will be truly missed Jon, we would like to thank you for your years of service and the many many laughs along the way 🩶

We would also like to welcome Mick our new Maintenece man who will be taking over the ropes, he to, like Jon has opted for a complete career change and has done incredibly well to learn so much so quickly, welcome to the family Mick!

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

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/21wV3gd

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. 👏

11/08/2025

Here at Scarborough Hall, we are happy to announce our next Open Day event, which will be hosted at the home on Saturday 6th September.

We would like to invite you to meet our friendly and dedicated team and to find out more about the care services available at our home, alongside our person-centred well-being and life enrichment programmes.

If it matters to you, it matters to Barchester.

To book an appointment please call 02045338957 or pop in on the day.

To find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

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

01/08/2025

Please take a look at our upcoming events, activities and outings planned for the month of August!

All our events and activites are free of charge and everyone is always welcome to join us.

To find out ways you could be involved please speak to a member of the activity team for more information.

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home

31/07/2025

Yesterday residents, team member Jess and carer Kelly enjoyed our bi monthly visit to our local art gallery where we have the opportunity to be creative in the ‘A Space to Be’ area.

This week the group enjoyed painting pots and flower presses for the gallery’s upcoming event, then they reminisced whilst creating unique pieces of individual artwork inspired by promts Jayne had left for them.

They all agreed the highlight of the trip was coffee and cakes which Jon our mini bus driver happened to arrive for just in time to share before taking a detour around our beautiful harbour and then back to the home for tea.

Resident Les said:
‘I’ve loved getting out today and I’m so proud of all our creations we made today’.

If you or a loved one would like to find out more about life at Scarborough Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/scarborough-hall-care-home