March group news

Supermodel staff!   Over the next few weeks, you might be forgiven for mistaking the corridors of our homes for the catwalks of Milan, as our managers are sure to be strutting their stuff and showing off the newly introduced care home outfits. We’ve designed and issued these smart new clothes so all our teams…

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Moving out!

Our much loved Castleford resident Steve is a getting closer to independent living by moving into his new flat. Congratulations on your new home Steve, we’re looking forward to coming over for a natter and a cuppa!

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Applewood – Abba day!

As part of our music themed month we had a tribute to the Swedish Pop icons. We had 4 of our own dancing queens, and it was a case of either knowing me, knowing the answer, when it came to the quiz!

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Bird man Bill Atkin

Bill has been a keen birdman for many years. Being a true countryman and perfectionist he has managed to gain several medals for whatever interest he may have turned his hand to over the years. When he first came to Milkwood he often talked about his prize-winning canaries and how he missed them. He secured…

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Singing for the brain

‘Singing for the brain Just singing for the brain What a glorious feeling, I am happy again!’ Oh, how true these words are. We at Chatterwood take two residents every second Monday to two hours of ‘Singing for the brain’ in Grayswood, which is run by the Alzheimer’s Society. About 15 people regularly attend this…

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The Milkwood Olympics

Monica is a glass half full sort of person, always positive and cheerful. Maybe this is why she is able to write such thoughtful and Reflective poems. Monica has been writing since she was four years old.  Documenting her life in verse. She has had two books published containing her life’s work. This poem is…

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