Fountains Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

07/09/2025

Everyone is welcome to come along and join us as we learn more about Mexico with volunteer Carl

To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can give us a call on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team.

05/09/2025

Breuton & Melvern Park

🌿☀️ Our residents enjoyed a lovely trip out to Brueton and Malvern Park this week! We took a peaceful stroll through nature, soaking up the fresh air and beautiful surroundings. 🦆🌸

We even kept our eyes peeled for the otters that live there although they stayed hidden, the adventure made everyone smile. 🦦💚

A wonderful day full of laughter, fresh air, and happy memories! 💫


To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team

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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02/09/2025

💜 What a joyful afternoon with our residents! 💜

We brought out the parachute and balloons for a lively group game, and the room was soon filled with energy, laughter and plenty of smiles. These kinds of activities aren’t just fun they’re a wonderful way to keep everyone active, encourage teamwork, and lift spirits together.

It was lovely to see everyone joining in, from big laughs to little moments of connection. A simple game, but such a powerful boost to wellbeing and morale.



To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team

01/09/2025

💙 Supporting Age UK Solihull 💙

We are delighted to share that, with the help of our wonderful residents, families, friends and staff, we raised an amazing £217 in support of Age UK Solihull.

Today we were proud to present a cheque to Rebecca from Age UK Solihull, who joined us at Fountains to collect the donation. The funds will go towards supporting older people in our local community – a cause that is very close to our residents’ hearts.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed, got involved and supported this special fundraising effort – your kindness really does make a difference 💐✨



To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team

31/08/2025

🌻 Sunflower Delight 🌻

Our lovely ladies had a wonderful day out at Beckett’s Farm! 💛
They enjoyed a peaceful stroll through the beautiful sunflower fields 🌻, followed by a browse around the farm shop. Of course, no trip would be complete without a delicious hot chocolate and a slice of cake before heading home. 🍰☕

A truly lovely day making memories and exploring.



To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively, you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team.

30/08/2025

🌊🎉A fantastic seaside summer open day! 🎉🌊

We had an amazing time with freshly baked cakes from our talented chef, delicious cookies, and refreshing fruit for everyone to enjoy! 🍰🍪🍏

Our special guest, Annette Mayor of Solihull, Came to meet us from 11 AM to 12 PM, bringing joy and laughter to our residents. 🤗

We opened our doors for everyone to explore, engage, and find out information about what we offer and how we can help, It was a wonderful opportunity for the community to connect and get together.

In the afternoon our visitors, residents and staff enjoyed a performance from a talented singer from mini concerts which everyone enjoyed! 💃

Thank you to everyone who came out and made this day unforgettable! We can't wait to see you at our future events! 🎈✨



Please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-hometo find our more or get in touch with our friendly team on 0121 7338 602

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. ✨

29/08/2025

Our home offers the very best residential care from a dedicated and well-trained team🫂😁
We support residents who may need assistance with day-to-day tasks such as bathing, dressing, mobility and medication, while encouraging independence.
Each care plan is shaped around individual needs, preferences, routines – ensuring residents continue to lead meaningful lives, just the way they choose.
We encourage family and friends to play an active part in their loved one’s care, while we support them through every stage of the journey.

Please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-hometo find our more or get in touch with our friendly team on 0121 7338 602

28/08/2025

🥁✨ African Drumming Session at Fountains Care Home ✨🥁

Our residents had a wonderful time taking part in an African drumming session! They not only enjoyed listening to the vibrant music but also had the chance to create their own rhythms using a variety of drum instruments. 🎶

Our fantastic session leaders also brought along different artifacts, sparking conversations and giving everyone the opportunity to learn about and celebrate other cultures. 🌍💬

It was a truly uplifting and engaging afternoon filled with music, learning, and lots of smiles! 💛



To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8062 and speak to our friendly team.

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

🌊✨ Join us for a Seaside Summer Open Day at Fountains! 🌞

We invite all families and visitors to come and enjoy a delightful summer day filled with refreshments, live music from a talented singer, and the chance to meet our wonderful residents and dedicated staff.

Our Mayor Anette will be arriving from 11:00 to meet visitors and residents at Fountains😁

Explore our beautiful home with guided tours and gather information about the range of services we offer. It's a perfect opportunity to connect with our community and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Fountains!

📅 Saturday 30th August 2025
🕒 10:00-16:00

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate summer together! 🎉

Feel free to share this invitation with friends and family.

To find out more about life at Fountains Care Home, visit: www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home or call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team!

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.

26/08/2025

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

Our residents at Fountains had a very special visitor today – our furry friend, Larenzo! 🐶

Everyone enjoyed spending comfort time with him, having cuddles, and even taking him for a lovely walk around our gardens. 🌿

Pet therapy is such a wonderful way to brighten the day – it helps to ease anxiety, lift spirits, and bring so much joy and comfort. 💕

Thank you, Larenzo, for the happiness you bring to our home! 🐕

To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team.

25/08/2025

🍎 Our garden has been full of smiles!

Residents enjoyed picking fresh apples straight from our trees, a wonderful activity that empowers and engages those living with dementia. 💚

Meanwhile, the ladies indoors took on the important task of washing the apples, before sharing them out for everyone to enjoy as a delicious, healthy snack. 🍏

Simple moments like these bring joy, purpose, and togetherness to our home.


To find out more about life at fountains care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home
Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team.

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. 👏

King's Lynn Stars

22/08/2025

🎶 Musical Moments at Fountains 🎶
It's lovely when we are treated to a fabulous session with Musical Moments! We sang along to favourite tunes, enjoyed the beautiful sounds of the flute and ukulele, and our residents joined in with smiles all around. 💖
It was a joyful afternoon full of music, laughter, and wonderful memories.
To find out morea bout life at Fountains Care home, please visit our website at https://www.barchester.com/home/fountains-care-home Alternatively you can call us on 0121 733 8602 and speak to our friendly team.

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. 👏