Parley Place Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

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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01/09/2025

🥁Drum Roll Please......🥁

Here is the video you have all been waiting for-all the fun from our High Tea Garden Party that moved to a High Tea Indoor Party!

The weather didn't dampen the spirits and good fun was had by all.
Our very vocal Town Crier, David Craner opened the event and was on hand all afternoon to make many announcements for us.

We had lots of stalls with local handmade items and produce including Wicked Bee's the lovely Anne with Tropic Skincare Another thank you to our lovely relative who helped our residents look fabulous in their hats and to Lewis-Manning Hospice Care for the fashion show for us to buy some lovely outfits!

Our chef's did a fabulous job with sandwiches, cakes and Scones with some lovely Pimms and a cup of tea all served by our friendly hostesses.
The entertainment from Scott Free and Daisy Lapworth was stunning and got everyone dancing and singing along.

The dog show sponsored by Muttleys Dogswas a lot of fun and a thank you for their very generous prizes.

We ended the event with a wonderfully full raffle, thank you to the stall holders for donating prizes and to Lidl, Herbies, Bibo's, the Antiques Emporium, Baskets and Blooms Tesco and many more local companies for supporting this event.

In total we raised £659.85 for West Parley Memorial Hall towards their refurbishment costs and we couldn't have done it without the support from the local community and visitors - thank you all.

We hope you enjoy watching this video from the afternoon!

For more information on our home visit our website www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home or call us on 01202 149250

31/08/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday. The weather wasn't on our side but in true Parley style we still had an enormous amount of fun. Look out for all the photos coming up this week from the fun we had but firstly we wanted to congratulate our winners from our Poshest Dog show kindly sponsored by Muttleys Dogs

The winner was announced after our resident judges votes were counted and verified by Donna.

🥇Winston in his top hat and suit came in first place.
🏅Also in his suit was runner up Frodo.

Tom from Muttleys was on hand to congratulate the winners🎉

🏆 First Prize: A luxury stay in The Juliet Suite – a dog-friendly getaway with a four-poster bed, stunning bathroom, and Elizabethan touches.
🥈 Runner-Up Prize: A MUTTLEY’S Green Membership plus one complimentary full day at our 15-acre countryside daycare centre in Hurn.

As the lovely Frodo is a slightly older dog, Tom upgraded his runner up prize to a luxury stay as well.
We can't thank Tom enough for his prizes and coming along on the day. Thank you to all the participants who put so much effort into making outfits for their four legged friends.

For more information on our home call us on 01202 149250 or visit our website www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home

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

🐾 Exciting News! 🐾
We’re proud to announce that Muttleys Dogs Doggy Daycare is sponsoring prizes at this Saturday’s Dog Show! 🎉
🏆 First Prize: A luxury stay in The Juliet Suite – a dog-friendly getaway with a four-poster bed, stunning bathroom, and Elizabethan touches.
🥈 Runner-Up Prize: A MUTTLEY’S Green Membership plus one complimentary full day at our 15-acre countryside daycare centre in Hurn.
Come along, join the fun, and celebrate our wonderful four-legged friends. Even if the weather’s a little damp, the spirit will be lively! 🌦️🐶
Find out more about us here:
👉 www.muttleysdoggydaycare.com
👉 Muttleys Dogs

And don’t forget we have stalls for you to shop including Wicked Bee's , Tropic Skincare and local crafters.
Refreshments, Entertainment and Raffle
The theme is “A day at the Races” so feel free to dress in your finery!
Parking available at West Parley Memorial Hall

For more information on the event or our home call us on 01202 149250

28/08/2025

🎉Employee of the Month 🎉

This month's award goes to our lovely care assistant Courtney.

Courtney is remarkably kind, caring and well loved by residents and her colleagues.
A comment on her nomination form by a resident read - "Courtney always remembers how I like things, it's the small details that make a huge difference and she always remembers them and makes me feel valued."
When given the award another resident, Molly cheered for joy as she commented on how well deserved Courtney was to receive this.
As Gina gave the award to Courtney she mentioned the number of votes she received and how she has been consistently nominated by her colleagues and residents.
We are all so pleased for you Courtney, Well done from all of your Parley Place family 👏

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

We love to support carers in our community by offering space and hospitality to be able to come together and share hints, tips and stories with each other over tea and cakes.
Stressbusters has been running for a few years and provides vital support and information in the Ferndown area. Started by a lady caring for her husband and Carol from Prama the group has gone from strength to strength. The group have speakers come along to provide information.
Yesterday's wonderful speaker Emma from Douch Family Funeral Directors who is the secretary of Ferndown dementia friendly town committee was no exception. Emma spoke passionately about how she got involved with the committee, she spoke more about how the Living Well Community Magazine started and continues to grow to provide information freely for our local community. Emma took questions and suggestions from the group to ensure this continues to be a great support for carers and those they care for in the community.

If you would like to find out more about our home, the groups we host here or to host a group yourself do get in contact 01202 149250, email Michelle.venn@barchester.com or visit our website https://www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home

I had the pleasure of being invited along to speak at the Stress Busters Carers meeting yesterday. Within my capacity as secretary for FDFT and editor for the Living Well Community Magazine.

A full room of wonderful people who are caring for their loved ones at home. They get together to meet like minded people and learn about support that is available in their local community.

I was able to talk about the work we carry out at FDFT, the local organisations that support this group, and how and why the Living Well magazine came about. Explaining the help and support it offers the local residents of Ferndown, West Moors, Wimborne, Corfe Mullen and beyond.

These meetings are held at Parley Place Care Home - Barchester Healthcare who host the meetings and provide refreshments 🍵🍰

Prama facilitate the meetings along with Jan the group leader and volunteers who also help.

If you are interested in attending Stress Busters meeting on the 4th Tuesday of every month from 2pm to 4pm. Contact 01202 875495 or 01202 892518 for further information ☎️



NB: photo Pauline (volunteer), Jan (group leader), Emma (FDFT secretary)

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

We had a lovely trip to Avon Heath country park today. We enjoyed walking through the trees, playing in the park and listening to the sounds from the music equipment they have there.

It was a beautiful trip.

For more information on our home visit our website www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home or call us on 01202 149250

24/08/2025

Our lovely 2nd chef makes the majority of birthday cakes for our home so we couldn't ask her to make her own so we improvised with a doughnut tower!
Happy birthday Hayley from your Parley place family!

For more information on our home visit our website www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home or call us on 01202 149250

23/08/2025

We held 'sports day' in the garden yesterday. Residents picked the staff who would represent the ground floor and first floor residents, and we had James and Nick representing the relatives! Residents watched and cheered their teams on.
After a gruelling few rounds including Egg & Spoon race, 3 legged race and Sack race, all of which were very competitively fought.
The winning team - The relatives!
Nick and James cool, calm, organised team were clear winners for the relatives, we all had great fun!

For more information on our home visit our website www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home or call us on 01202 149250

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

21/08/2025

We had fun seeing the RAF Red Arrows flying over the home again lately, it's always a pleasure and gets us all looking to the skies.

However when looking from our balcony we also spotted these lovely deer in the field with their new addition.

For more information on our home visit our website www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home or call us on 01202 149250

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! 👏

18/08/2025

A huge thank you to Lewis-Manning Hospice Care for bringing some clothes in for our residents and guests to shop for our High Tea Garden Party. There was a huge selection of outfits, accessories, hats, ties and fascinators.
The staff (and residents!) walked down the catwalk to model some of the outfits whilst the residents and guests watched on enjoying a glass of fizz and some cakes!
We had a lovely fun afternoon, thank you to Fiona and Natalie from Lewis Manning for helping us have a lovely afternoon whilst raising some money.

For more information on our home visit our website https://www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home or call us on 01202 149250

16/08/2025

🌟We love to hear your feedback here at Parley Place and receiving the below review brought a smile to all our faces here. We often talk about the feel of the home which is something that is difficult to portray in pictures but this lovely ladies words sum it up beautifully
"It feels like a welcome hug when you walk through the doors"🌟

If you would like to come and have a look round the home, feel the welcoming environment and talk to us more about what we do here to support our residents, relatives and community then please give us a call on 01202 149250, email - Parleyplace@barchester.com or come along to our Open Day on 30th August.

To see more information on our home and pictures of our residents enjoying the activities here visit our website https://www.barchester.com/home/parley-place-care-home

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. 👏