Team achieve recognised activities qualification
Many of you have noticed Claire and Lynn’s NAPA activities badges. The badges marks the completion of their Level 3 Certificate in Activity Provision in Social Care which they have completed through NAPA (National Activity Providers Association) This course is aimed at Activity Coordinators with responsibility for leading and coordinating activity provision within a care […]
Stow in the Snow brings festive joy
‘Stow in the Snow’ returned for its second year to help provide meaningful Christmas activities within the homes and engage staff, residents and their families all together at this special time of year. Popular categories returned from last year including best ‘Winter Wonderland’, best table decoration and festive floral arrangement, there was something for everyone […]
Long Service celerations for Phyllis
Stow Healthcare’s Long Service Award Scheme aims to recognise and reward staff for their considerable length of service dedicated to the home and its residents. This year we were delighted to celebrate the contribution of Phyllis Nodding in Recognition of 15 Years’ Service to residents at Stowlangtoft Hall. Thank you Phyllis! You are a very […]
Christmas fair raises over £800!
On the 16th November, we opened our doors to the public for the home’s annual Christmas Fair. The local community joined the home’s staff and residents to kick start the festive season in style. Each year the event grows in size and this year the home in Stowlangtoft welcomed nearly 30 stall holders selling items […]
Your Vote Matters – know your Rights!
As part of our focus on Human Rights to coincide with International Human Rights Day on the 10th December, residents at Melford Court were supported to cast their vote as part of Stow Healthcare’s company-wide ‘Your Vote Matters’ Project. In the run-up to the General Election, staff supported residents to exercise their right to vote. […]
Stow in the Snow brings festive joy
‘Stow in the Snow’ returned for its second year to help provide meaningful Christmas activities within the homes and engage staff, residents and their families all together at this special time of year. Categories were chosen by staff and residents ranging from best ‘Winter Wonderland’, to best table decoration or festive floral arrangement, there was […]
Long Service Awards for Melford Staff
Stow Healthcare’s Long Service Award Scheme aims to recognise and reward staff for their considerable length of service dedicated to the home and its residents. In total, 3 staff at Melford Court received awards for reaching service milestones including 10 and 15 years of service! Congratulations to the following staff: Recognition for 15 Years’ Service […]
Welcome to Kim – New Deputy Manager
Most of you will now have met Kim Steed who took up her new role as Deputy Manager in October 2019. Kim joined us on the bank as a nurse in the summer before being successful in applying for the Deputy Manager position. Kim studied General Adult Nursing at the University of Suffolk, having previously […]
New Weekly Activity coming to Melford
STOP PRESS! Fantastic pre school dance class ‘diddi dance will be starting soon at Melford Court. We have seen great benefits to our residents and local communities in two other homes where the class runs and we can’t wait for it to start at Melford Court! Stay tuned for the launch event – lots of […]
Halloween and Bonfire Fun!
We had a spectacular fun this Halloween with devilish decorations from spooky pictures to spider webs around the home. Phil Stutton came and entertained the residents with lots of old Halloween musical favourites followed by afternoon tea and cakes baked by Krysia with themed decorations made by the residents. On Bonfire Night, residents enjoyed a […]
