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Jenny Baxter, resident at Cross Park House in Brixham, was 100 on New Years Day.
A party was thrown attended by 11 of Jenny’s close family. Combined with the New Year Celebrations, a fun day was had by all.
Music and entertainment was by the fantastic vocalist Jim Hopkinson ,who has played a huge part in the enjoyable times we have had at Cross Park over the last year . Jenny received telegrams from both the Queen and the department for pensions .
Elizabeth Bright turned 103 on Wednesday 10th December and celebrated with family, friends and staff. She enjoyed Christmas carols and birthday cake and was inundated with flowers on her special day. Julie Smith, the manager at Kent House said ” She had a lovely day and it was nice to have her family and friends around her. We all enjoyed the celebrations - Elizabeth is an amazing woman.’
Cross Park getting in the christmas spirit.
Is this the best Christmas tree in the Group ?
Another fine effort
Frensham House EMI Care Home in Brixham had an unusual visitor recently – a Donkey! The Elisabeth Svendsen Trust for Children and Donkeys came along with Wayne, one of their donkeys, and 2 carers.
The day was arranged as part of the ‘Adult Therapy Visits’, which the trust is involved with, whereby they visit nursing and residential homes, and hospices. Cross Park House Care home, also got in on the action by bringing 3 of their residents down along with the manager and carer. Everyone seemed to have a wonderful time, asking questions about the Donkey while patting and stroking him.
Frensham House are also thinking of adopting a Donkey at a cost of £15 for the year. This would allow us more regular visits along with a certificate, drawing and newsletters for the residents to read through. The residents can also visit their donkey at Ivybridge if they wish.
Nick Ross, Registered Manager of Frensham House EMI Care Home (owned by Stonehaven Care Group), has been recognized for his efforts and has won a Community Carer Commendation Award from CareAware. CareAware is an Advocacy Service who provide a “one stop” facility to help with the issues facing care residents and their families. Every 6 months they make awards to individuals around the country who have made a significant contribution to the promotion of public understanding and awareness on care issues. Mr Ross was nominated by individuals for this award and received a certificate and a bouquet of flowers from the organization.
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The new driveway at Donnington House, with parking spaces for 7 cars and new level access to the front door, was finished just in time for the Summer fete! The fete was held on one of the only sunny days of the summer – 12th July and very well attended. Stalls included; Guess the Weight of the Cake, Name the dog, Tombola, Guess the number of sweets in a jar, Cakes, Bric-a-brac and a raffle with great prizes donated by local businesses. Cream teas were served in the afternoon. The fete raised almost £600 for the Donnington House Residents Fund.
The staff and residents of our two Brixham homes, Cross Park and Frensham, had the right idea about brightening up our fairly dismal summer – they held a Caribbean party! Held at Cross park on Saturday 12th July, residents and their families sipped on Fruit Punch Cocktails and enjoyed typical Caribbean food.
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On Saturday 31st August, the residents and staff of Frensham House in Brixham were transported back to the 1940’s. Many dressed up in clothes from the era. The kitchen was transformed into the NAFFI where residents helped prepare home baked food enjoyed at that time – steak & kidney pie, sausage and tomato chutney flan, gingerbread cake with golden syrup and for tea, marmite sandwiches! Union Jack flags were waved and the walls we covered in 1940’s newpapers.
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What began as a simple marketing project has resulted in a complete rebrand for Stonehaven, with a new logo, marketing materials and website. Working with Jumbo Design Solutions and a Design Advisor from Business Link, we have completely transformed our look. We feel that the high standard of care that each of our homes offer, is now reflected in our brand image.
It was important to create a brand identity that was about being ‘caring’ and ‘family-run’ while maintaining complete professionalism. The challenge was in taking elements from each of our homes in order to give the ‘Stonehaven’ brand its’ real meaning and identity. The process has been longer than anticipated – ideas have developed and perceptions changed, but progress has been made and the results
Cross Park resident turns 100!
Kent House resident celebrates her 103rd Birthday
Stonehaven gets into the Christmas spirit
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