Priory Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

08/09/2025

🍂 Autumn has arrived in our homes – bringing golden walks, seasonal baking, and cosy afternoons.

At Avery, every day is filled with warmth, companionship, and meaningful experiences that make life truly special.

✨ Discover what life in our homes could look like: https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/heartfelt-care/

05/09/2025

🎥 Take a look inside one of our homes – meet the team, experience the warmth of our community, and hear directly from residents and their families.

Your next chapter could start with a simple conversation.

✨ Find out more: https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/heartfelt-care/

02/09/2025

📢 Welcome to a new chapter of Avery Talk! 💙

Your much-loved newsletter is now refreshed and relaunched as a quarterly edition, giving us even more space to celebrate the people, successes, and heartfelt moments that define Avery Healthcare.

You'll find stories, standout moments, milestones and achievements that make our homes great places to live and work.

We're shining a brighter spotlight on our unique communities and inviting everyone to be a part of the journey ✨

👉 Discover the new edition - click here to read:
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01/09/2025

We’re proud to launch our new campaign: Heartfelt Care – Your Next Chapter Starts Here.

From personalised care and engaging activities to beautiful surroundings, our homes are designed to support every chapter of life with comfort, dignity, and joy.

✨ Discover more about what makes Avery unique:
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/heartfelt-care/

20/08/2025

✨🎶 This afternoon at Priory Court, we welcomed the wonderful singer Ruth Steel, who filled our lounge with the magic of musicals! Residents sang along to their favourites and enjoyed every moment of the uplifting performance. 💛🎤

20/08/2025

🎉 Chorleywood Manor’s Charity Walk Success! 🌉

Residents and team members at Chorleywood Manor Care Home - Avery Collection recently took on an incredible 10-mile charity walk, crossing 10 London bridges - from Vauxhall Bridge all the way to Tower Bridge - to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital and Charity ’s new children’s cancer centre.

With amazing determination (and lots of community support), they not only reached their goal of £2,500 but went above and beyond, raising £3,800! 🙌✨

Residents proudly presented the cheque to the GOSH team, sharing stories from their journey and showing that age is no barrier to making a difference. 💪💙

👏 A huge well done to everyone involved - your spirit and generosity will help support life-saving treatments for young cancer patients.

19/08/2025

✨🪄 Residents at Priory Court followed the Yellow Brick Road for our Wizard of Oz Day! We enjoyed watching the famous prequel Wicked, and of course, our treats had a magical twist — pink & green drinks and delicious Lindt chocolates, representing the story of Elphaba and Glinda 💚💖.

14/08/2025

🇬🇧 “Don’t panic!” – but we’ve reached the end of Season 1 of Dad’s Army! 📺
This afternoon at Priory Court, we gathered for the final two episodes of our binge-watch, complete with delicious chocolate-dipped churros 🍫😋. Later, we kept the wartime spirit alive with a lively sing-along of classic wartime songs – and yes, the room was full of smiles, laughter, and plenty of harmonies! 🎶❤️

14/08/2025

☀️🍰 Summer fun was in full swing at Priory Court! Residents enjoyed a fabulous afternoon tea (with a cheeky glass of Prosecco 🥂) and fantastic live music from the brilliant KJ & The Catt 🎤🎸. Graham wowed the crowd with his singing, and Daphne got a special serenade from Dan — she loved every second! 🎶💛 Huge thanks to our amazing Wellbeing team and Care staff for joining in the fun, and to Marie for putting together such a beautiful spread — you’re all stars! 🌟

12/08/2025

💆‍♀️ Relaxation Day at Priory Court 💅
Today our residents enjoyed a soothing afternoon of pampering, with refreshing facial masks, gentle hand massages, and a touch of sparkle from manicures. The highlight? The head scratcher – which left everyone giggling and feeling truly relaxed! ✨
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11/08/2025

✨Greenholme House Attends Historic Army Graduation Parade 🎓

This week, Client Liaison Manager Charlotte and Home Manager Donna from Greenholme House Care Home - Avery Collection had the privilege of accompanying resident Cameron and his wife Vivienne to the largest graduation parade in the history of the Army Foundation College Harrogate.

The event celebrated the completion of phase one training for over 750 junior soldiers, marking a proud milestone in their journey with the British Army. The parade was attended by General Sir Roly Walker, Chief of the General Staff, and featured a special guest appearance by Gareth Southgate.

It was a true honour to be invited as VIP guests to witness such a remarkable occasion - a day filled with pride, inspiration, and unforgettable memories for all who attended. 🎖️

08/08/2025

🤝 Fleet Hall Care Home Team Trek 26 Miles for Alzheimer’s Society 🏃‍♀️

On 2nd August, Fleet Hall Care Home - Avery Collection ’s Louise Smith, Melody Laver-Snape, and Sarah Orr laced up their boots for the Suffolk Coast, walking an incredible 26 miles in 9 hours and raising over £1,400 for Alzheimer's Society.

🙌 Cheered on by the Fleet community - who helped boost funds with a local pub quiz - the team enjoyed stunning views of coastal villages and nature reserves, all while walking for the 900,000+ people in the UK living with dementia.

Louise, General Manager, said: “I’m incredibly proud of my team and what we achieved together. Taking part in this challenge showed just how much we can accomplish when we pull together to make a difference.” 💙

07/08/2025

🎉 Ann turns 90 today! 🎂💐 A truly special milestone made even more memorable with her family flying in all the way from Australia to celebrate this incredible woman. Here’s to love, laughter, and 90 beautiful years! 🥂❤️🇦🇺

07/08/2025

🎉 We had the joy of celebrating June’s 90th birthday at Priory Court! Her family sent the most beautiful gifts, and we marked the special day with a lovely little tea party. Happy 90th, June! 💐🎂☕️

07/08/2025

🇯🇲 At Priory Court, we celebrated Jamaica Independence Day in true island style! Residents enjoyed a feast of authentic flavours — starting with Jamaican sweet potato & carrot soup, followed by mouthwatering jerk chicken with hot roots, topped with coconut & mango sauce. For dessert, we served up lime & cranberry bread and butter pudding with rum cream… and just when we thought it couldn’t get better, out came the ginger & pecan rum brownies! 🎉🍗🍰

07/08/2025

Steve-O paid a visit to Priory Court and, as always, brought the laughs, the energy, and plenty of fun! Our residents had a fantastic time filled with smiles and unforgettable moments. 🎉😄

02/08/2025

🎉 On 31st July, we celebrated the anniversary of the beloved British sitcom Dad’s Army, which first aired on 31st July 1968 — 57 years ago! We marked the occasion with a screening of the very first episode, some refreshing shandy, and homemade jam tarts. The room was filled with the residents’ laughter as we enjoyed the timeless humour together — a truly heartwarming trip down memory lane. 🇬🇧📺

31/07/2025

Congratulations to Cathy, the winner of ‘Guess the Bear’s Name’ at this year’s summer fete! She chose the name Rupert — a special tribute to her dad. Here she is giving Rupert a big cuddle!

05/06/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share that Louise Brown, our amazing Head Chef at Greenholme House Care Home - Avery Collection in Burley-in-Wharfedale, has made it to the Regional Finals of the NACC Care Chef of the Year! 👩‍🍳🏆

Her passion for crafting delicious, nutritious meals for our residents is second to none, and this recognition is well deserved. 💙🍽️

We're incredibly proud of her talent, creativity, and hard work.

Good luck, Louise – you've got this! 🙌

03/06/2025

🏃‍♀️ Alma Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare Raises Over £1400 For Cancer Research UK 🏅

A team of 14 dedicated staff came together to raise funds for Cancer Research by taking part in the Cancer Research UK Race for Life Pretty Muddy event at Weston Park on May 17th.

Led by receptionist and breast cancer survivor Theresa Faulkner, The OTT Girls ran to support others affected by cancer. Theresa’s journey inspired her colleagues to join the cause, with her saying, “I feel overwhelmed by the support from the team at Alma Court. I enjoyed the day, and it was so worth it.” 🙌

💙 The event was more than just a race - it united residents, staff, and families, who generously donated and shared their own experiences with cancer. Covered in mud but full of pride, the team raised £1,496 to help fund vital research.

Home Manager Rachel Hammond said, “I am immensely proud of my team and what they achieved on Saturday. It just shows you what you can do if you put your mind to it.” 🏃‍♀️

19/05/2025

🌤️ The Countdown Continues: Sheena & Jess’s Skydive for Alzheimer's Society! 🪂💙

The big day is getting closer! On 20th September 2025, Sheena and Jess - senior carers from Lady Jane Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare will be taking to the skies for a cause that means the world to them: raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society.

Every day, they care for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and their compassion knows no bounds. Now, they’re going above and beyond (literally!) to support vital research and services - and you can be part of their journey.

✨ Help them soar towards their fundraising goal!

💙 Donate or Share: https://www.justgiving.com/team/septemberskydive2025

Every donation brings us one step closer to making a real difference. Let’s lift them up with our support - before they take that leap from 10,000 feet! 🙌💙

Help Jess Wingfield raise money to support Alzheimer's Society

17/05/2025

💙 Communities That Care ✨

Our care homes have been showing true community spirit through a series of inspiring fundraising efforts.

🌊 Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection unveiled a beautiful mermaid tail sculpture for Great Tail Trail, supporting Julia's House Children's Hospice. Created by resident Penny, with help from Kiera and Alex, the project has a fundraising goal of £750. “It reminded me of painting with my grandchildren,” said Penny.

💇‍♀️ At Merlin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare, Admin Kelly O’Donnell raised nearly £1,200 for The Little Princess Trust by donating her waist-length hair. “The charity’s work really touched me,” said Kelly. Resident Christine called the gesture “incredibly brave.”

🏃‍♀️ At Chorleywood Manor Care Home - Avery Collection, Care Assistants Wendy and Charmaine completed the London Landmarks Half Marathon, raising over £1,100 for Alzheimer's Society and Dementia UK.

🌉 In their ongoing commitment to charity, residents and staff are now taking on a 10-mile walk across 10 London bridges to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital and Charity ’s new children’s cancer centre. Join us in wishing them the best of luck on their fundraising journey 🙌

👉 Click here to donate and show your support: https://www.justgiving.com/page/tracy-moore-3

16/05/2025

✨ Resident Wishes: Making Dreams Come True at Avon Valley ✨

At Avon Valley Care Home - Avery Healthcare, the team takes pride in helping residents fulfil their long-held wishes and create unforgettable moments in the process 💫

Last month, staff at Avon Valley made Evelyn Prigg’s wish of a day at the seaside come true 🌊

🍦 Evelyn visited Burnham-on-Sea, where she enjoyed all the seaside classics - fish and chips, an ice cream, and a stroll down to the beach 🏖️

As she stepped off the bus, Evelyn beamed and said, “This was my wish; dreams do come true.” ✨

Another incredible wish came to life for 92-year-old Jean Hooper, a lifelong Bristol Rovers supporter who wished to attend a match at the Memorial Stadium. ⚽

Thanks to the generosity of Bristol Rovers, Jean was able to visit the stadium and watch the team play, with tickets provided free of charge.

The club even announced Jean’s visit during the match, celebrating her as a proud “Gashead” 💙.

These wishes remind us of the power of cherished memories and the joy of making dreams come true 🌟