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Today, our care homes were filled with even more love, laughter, and wagging tails as we celebrated National Pet Lovers Day!From fun games like “Whose Pet Is This?” to special visits from our furry friends, reminiscence of pets we’ve had, our teams came together to share their love for pets. Pets are a huge part…
Did you know that every year on February 17th it’s Random Acts of Kindness Day? This year across our homes we couldn’t be happier to celebrate it once again. We’ve shared kindness in so many ways – from heartfelt flowers and compliments to gifts for a local church that graciously provides regular services for our…
Love, laughter and a splash of red and pink filled our homes today as residents, staff, and families celebrated Valentine’s Day in the most wonderful ways! From beautiful decorations, sweet treats, and flower arranging to arts and crafts, entertainment, and Beverley Parklands Care Home even having their very own Queen of Hearts – the day…
As part of our THRIVE 25 company-wide initiative, our Tranby Park Care Home arranged a heart-warming visit to a sensory room for Pat from the Haven Unit, creating a truly special experience. Pat, who has advanced dementia and is non-verbal, was wide awake and fully engaged, taking in the bright colours, calming sounds, and soothing…
We are excited to launch THRIVE 25, our company-wide initiative dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and making meaningful progress with our incredible residents. Through THRIVE 25, we are committed to enhancing well-being, fostering connections, and creating opportunities that help every resident live life to the fullest. From engaging activities to personalised milestones, we’re here to make…
We’ve been embracing the festive spirit as we welcome the Year of the Snake! Our residents enjoyed a day filled with fun activities, traditional decorations, and delicious treats, all while learning about the rich history and cultural significance of the Chinese New Year. From arts and crafts to sharing stories about the meaning of the…
Our residents were treated to a magical visit from some beautiful owls, bringing joy, wonder, and a touch of nature to our home. From learning fascinating owl facts to gently holding these magnificent birds, everyone was absolutely captivated! The owls’ soft feathers, wise eyes, and graceful presence made for an unforgettable experience. A huge thank…
Yorkare Homes are beyond delighted to have another tree at the Beverley Minster Christmas Tree Festival again this year! A whopping 150 fir trees are on display, each decorated in their own unique style by the charity, school or organisation sponsoring it. Inspire ‘24 making dreams a reality! As part of the Yorkare Homes company…
At Yorkare Homes we are proud to support our residents in commemorating the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women involved in the two world wars and later conflicts. Over the last couple of weeks our residents and teams from across several of our homes and head office have been out…
Horsforth Manor were so lucky to be asked by The Northern Ballet if they could come and do a workshop with their residents and of course they welcomed them with open arms. Many of their residents love the ballet so this welcomed a huge turn out, the Mathieson Lounge was full! Everyone was engaged, smiling…
Forever Tigers is a memorabilia and heritage project delivered collaboratively by the Tigers Trust and Hull City Football Club, aligning with the strategic objectives of the Trust to improve the health and wellbeing of people and inspiring the local community. The project celebrates the rich history of Hull City, with the Tigers Trust Arena being…
From 150 submissions, the newly opened Haxby Hall Care Home has been announced as 1 of 4 finalists for the Knight Frank Luxury Care Home category. Every detail at Haxby Hall, from the grand water fountains in the landscaped gardens to the magnificent communal areas, has been impeccably designed and speaks volumes about the standard…
Inspire ‘24 making dreams a reality! As part of the 2024 Yorkare Homes company-wide initiative ‘Inspire 24’ we are helping to support residents to achieve things they didn’t think were possible. Dream it, Wish it, Do it. Vicky, Our Activities and Events Lead at Beverley Parklands Care Home contacted Hull FC to see if they…
As part of the 2024 Yorkare Homes company-wide initiative ‘Inspire 24’ we are helping to support our residents to achieve things they didn’t think were possible. Dream it, Wish it, Do it. After discussions with residents at Lindsey Hall of their fond memories of the Lincolnshire Show, they decided to make it their mission to…
Celebrating PRIDE Month across Yorkare Homes We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, Our homes celebrate pride and continue our journey towards a more inclusive world. PRIDE MONTH – We stand with the LGBTQ+ community. Vibrant, diverse voices that enrich our lives and our workplace. We strive for equality, acceptance, and love for…
The D-Day landings of 6 June 1944 was the largest seaborne invasion in history. Along with the associated airborne operations, it marked the beginning of the liberation of France and western Europe. Across all 12 of our care homes the 80th Anniversary of D-Day was marked. The activity teams found ways to commemorate the occasion in…
The residents at Magdalen Park had a fantastic time celebrating National Florist Day. The lovely Hayley from rosy and ribbon a local florist, held a flower arranging demonstration and talked all things flowers. During the session the residents worked their magic and produced some lovely arrangements. They were able to talk about their favourite flowers,…
Brilliant sunshine was an added bonus when a farm day came to Louth Manor Care Home. Originally the home wanted to arrange a visit to a farm for the residents, many of whom are from the local farming community, but with so many wheelchair users and problems of accessibility, it seemed nigh-on impossible. However, Louth…
As part of the 2024 Yorkare Homes company-wide initiative ‘Inspire 24’ they are helping to support residents to achieve things they didn’t think were possible. Dream it, Wish it, Do it. Cottingham Manor resident Ernie is married to Anne and has 6 children. Ernie’s Inspire 24’ wish was to go out for the afternoon on…
At Beverley Parklands Care Home on Monday 10th June we celebrated the 106th Birthday of their oldest resident. Agnes was born in 1918, she spent the day reminiscing about her incredible life and ended the day celebrating with her family in our library lounge. Here she is pictured with her son, daughter in law, grandchildren…
The Health Investors Awards is an annual event celebrating the very best in social care, across categories including advisory and finance, clinical services, property, and more, saw Yorkare Homes recognisned and crowned as the best Residential Elderly Care Provider of the Year 2024 (medium group 10-30). The finalist entries are judged by a panel of…
5 of our Care Homes are listed Tranby Park, Rawcliffe Manor, Louth Manor, Sleaford Manor and Cottingham Manor. The Knight Frank Luxury Care Home Guide 2024, it is the 8th edition of the publication showcasing the UK’s top 100, best-in-class care homes that offer the highest quality in luxury settings, hospitality, and design. In the…
Recreating Doreen’s working days at the Thorntons shop at our Magdalen Park Care Home in Hedon. As part of the 2024 Yorkare Homes company-wide initiative ‘Inspire 24’ they are helping to support residents to achieve things they didn’t think were possible. Dream it, Wish it, Do it. Our Magdalen Park Care Home had made their…
Residents from our Horsforth Manor Care Home in Leeds, have been out and about this week picking up litter in and around their local community. Litter picking has now been added to the residents weekly activity planners, with lots of them expressing their wishes to help in and around the local area. Ann a resident…
If you can’t go to Disney Land we will bring the Magic of Walt Disney to our Magdalen Park Care Home “Magical Dreams Unveiled: A Disney Wonderland Comes to Life” Our “INSPIRE 24” initiative, helping make our residents and employees’ wishes come true! Dream It, Wish It, Do It. A special wish was voiced by…
Animals, tools, farm vehicles and farmers themselves are being lined up for the experience! The home are pulling out all the stops for an experience day for its residents, the likes of which they will have never seen before. Louth Manor Care Home has a large number of residents who are from the farming community…
Brenda our 92 years young has a keen eye for fashion, as part of this years company wide initiative ‘Inspire 24’ Dream it, Wish it, Do it, Brenda had expressed an interest in being able to work in a shop or boutique for the day, so we set about trying to make her wish a…
Her first job at 14 years old was gruelling 12-hour shifts at Tates Timber Yard. Kate Latus, who is now a resident residing at our Cottingham Manor Care Home, was independent up until she turned 99 years old and worked tirelessly her whole life, juggling up to three jobs at a time and even volunteering for charity…
Last week saw the grand reopening of our newly refurbished Haven (Dementia Care) at our Westfield Park Care Home in Goole. The Haven was officially announced reopened by our longest serving resident Kate, who has lived with us at Westfield Park for 13 years! The afternoon of celebrations began with Fizz, balloons, live music, a…
A fun-filled and festive event which saw staff dress up as the likes of Dolly Parton, Kenny Rodgers, Cliff Richard, Elvis and The Village People was held at our Tranby Park care home in Hessle for residents to enjoy. On Friday afternoon, residents at the Tranby Park Care Home, Heads Lane, were treated to the ‘Stars…
The Yorkare Homes community continues to go from strength to strength. Through our continued work and support with local schools, groups, foundations, charities, churches and local club sponsorships our Yorkare community continues to grow! This year our group of care homes, residents and employees have been involved with some wonderful local projects – we cannot wait for…
The BIG Christmas Light Switch on with Viking FM A huge thanks to the Viking FM breakfast show hosts Alex & Nicola for coming to our Magdalen Park Care Home in Hedon/Hull and for turning on all the Care Homes Christmas Lights this year. An amazing day for the Care Home, Residents & our Care…
We are so excited to be part of the infamous Beverley Minster Christmas Tree Festival again this year! Residents from across our 11 care homes have all contributed to the tree with their hand crafted special tree decorations #togetherwecan The Minster will be lined with over 150+ trees this year, all decorated by the local communities,…
Meet Valerie, our resident from our Beverley Parklands Care Home (Beverley)Valerie wrote a book that she could read to her Children and Grandchildren named ‘Ellis The Dragon’ a very special story close to her heart.The book had been handwritten and kept in a little folder for many years. As part of our ‘Together We Can’…
Jill who is a resident at our Louth Manor Care Home wanted to tell her story for Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October 2023). “I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer, I wasn’t surprised as it ran in my family, but it did not stop me from being terrified. I had a pain in my breast, and…
Pre-17 driving school makes wish come true for Don, thanks to ‘Together We Can’ programme at Yorkare Homes, Beverley Parklands Care Home He’ll turn 100 next year, but that doesn’t stop Don Mitchell dreaming of getting back behind the wheel. Don, a resident of Beverley Parklands Care home, was heartbroken to give up his licence…
“Can I go on a speedboat?” asks Kaye. We reply “Together we can make it happen at Yorkare Homes” Chosen as part of our ”Together We Can” company-wide initiative for 2023, together we took our thrill seeker resident Kaye to Bridlington to make her wish come true! She rode along on the crest of a…
We are delighted to announce that our newly opened Care Home Sleaford Manor has been announced as a finalist for the Luxury Care Home Award 2024 with Knight Frank in the Category ‘Luxury Care Home 2024’ Knight Frank Healthcare are a valuer and advisor to the majority of the UK’s major operators, funds, investors and…
Interest was high as the new Horsforth Manor Care Home officially opened its doors. The unveiling of the 55-bedroom home, on Manor Way, Horsforth, formed the centrepiece of two open days, when members of the community and prospective residents were invited to view its luxurious facilities. Owners of Yorkare Homes were delighted by the number…
Our Rawcliffe Manor Care Home in York, has become the first care home in York to become an Ambassador for Kyra Women’s Project. We are extremely proud to be a part of this amazing organisation and help support our local community. The team was presented with their Ambassador plaque by Kyra CEO Rosemary Cook. Rosemary…
A Residents Wish “To go ice skating” Together We Can…….make this happen at Yorkare Homes. It was a first for Hilda, Bunty, and Mary, who never thought it was possible for them to do something like this! This forms part of our company-wide initiative ‘Together We Can’ at Yorkare Homes where our teams and homes…
A Residents Wish “To Get My Mojo Back” Together We Can…….make this happen at Yorkare Homes. Allan was feeling de-motivated and had a real lack of purpose, and often struggled to get out of bed.Through the kindness, support, and encouragement of our wonderful care and activity teams from our Rawcliffe Manor Care Home in York, they’ve…
This month we celebrate our Carers for National Carers Week 2023, we recognise that our employees are the heart of our company. Special little events and treats are being shared across our full group of Care Homes in June, as we all take a moment to say ‘THANK YOU’We recognise, and appreciate the contribution our…
Yorkare Homes are extremely proud to be recognised and to have made it as a finalist this year at the Health Investor Awards 2023, held in London at the Grosvenor House Hotel. Operations Director of Yorkare Homes Jonathan Garton added “Really enjoyed the Health Investor awards last night. We were a finalist in the small care…
This pioneering scheme introduces hen keeping into our care homes to improve the lives and health of our residents. This forms part of our company-wide initiative ‘Together We Can’ at Yorkare Homes where our teams and homes continue to support the wishes, wants, and challenges of both our residents and our employees. “Continuing to make…
As part of this years ‘Together We Can’ initiative our teams and homes continue to support the wishes, wants and challenges of both our residents and our employees. One of our lovely residents Tom from our Mere Hall Care Home, in Hornsea who is living with Dementia, made a simple wish…….to see the sea! Thanks…
Gwen the very talented resident knitter from our Lindsey Hall Care Home in Cleethorpes was set a challenge by the activities team following their most recent ‘knit and natter Club’ which is held weekly at the Care Home, the challenge set was to create a masterpiece fit for a King. Gwen accepted and set to…
Ten brave employees from across the Yorkare Homes group have taken part in a skydive to raise money for their residents “bucket or wish list” fund. In a bid to raise money for special activities, or once in a lifetime experiences or trips for their residents, took part in a 15,000ft skydive over Brigg airfield…
Not one but two awards received at this years Pinders Healthcare Design Awards for Yorkare Homes. Best of the Best, Best Care Development over the 25 years of the Awards was awarded to our Lindsey Hall Care Home in Cleethorpes, a surprise category and a surprise win on the night!. Best Architectural Award 2023 was…
Can you imagine all the things you’d see in a lifetime? What about the all the things you’d have seen in 100 years? Women getting the vote, World War II, the introduction of the NHS, television, the birth of rock and roll, the moon landing, air travel, the Civil Rights Movement, the invention of the…
Our Care Homes in Louth, Cottingham and Rawcliffe are thrilled to announce are three new entries this year and are listed in the Knight Frank TOP 100 UK Care Homes Guide. Louth Manor Care Home in Louth, Cottingham Manor Care Home in Cottingham and our Rawcliffe Manor Care Home Rawcliffe York, these three new homes…
Our Care Homes in the East Riding and North East Lincolnshire. Yorkare Homes, Care Homes of distinction are delighted to announce “WE ARE A FINALIST” #HIAwards23 Healthcare Investor Award 2023 for Residential Care Provider of the Year – Small Group award! A massive WELL DONE to all the other finalists! https://healthinvestorawards.com/ The finalists awards ceremony will be…
Our Louth and Cottingham Manor care homes have been nominated and recognised as one of the UK’s best Care Home developments in 2022. Louth Manor Care Home, which opened last April, and Cottingham Manor Care Home, which opened last June are both finalists in this year’s Pinders Healthcare Design Awards 2023. Laurence Garton, the Development Director…
Hospitality day and the official matchday sponsors for the residents of our Westfield Park Care Home in Goole. Food, beverages and even getting to meet the team before the big match was an incredible day out and experience for our residents and employees. Goole RUFC vs Huddersfield RUFC and the day didn’t disappoint with Goole…
The residents from our Lindsey Hall Care Home on Clee Road Cleethorpes, have stunned carers and families with their beautiful singing voices, as they held their very first festive singing choir performance for everyone within the home last week, following several weeks of practicing and rehearsals. Donna the activity lead at the Care Home added…
Wearing masks in care homes will no longer be mandatory as Britain continues to live with Covid. The new rules will see homes given autonomy over when masks should be worn, and outbreak measures deployed, with individual risk assessments. The new guidance makes clear they should only be worn when necessary. The darkest days of…
A salute to our resident John aged 92 from our Beverley Parklands Care Home in Beverley, who volunteered to assist the Royal British Legion Poppy Stand at the Aldi store in Beverley over the weekend, on the run up to Remembrance Day, Friday 11th November 2022. John, having joined the Royal Navy in 1945 at…
“Thank you for your service” Our employees and heroes at our Westfield Park Care Home in Goole have been awarded this week by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council for their dedication, resilience, compassion, and hard work throughout the pandemic. WE ARE ALL TRULY HONOURED! WE WILL WEAR IT WITH PRIDE!
Yorkare Homes, an outstanding care home group with care homes across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, have stepped in to support all their employees with a 5% increase in pay over the autumn and winter months. As the cost of living crisis continues to deepen, with inflation hitting 9.4% in June and the energy price cap predicted to rise again…
Yorkshire construction firm Hobson & Porter is building the next £6m luxury care home in Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The project follows Hobson & Porter’s successful completion of Louth Manor in Louth, Lincolnshire, and Cottingham Manor in Cottingham, East Yorkshire. Mark Smee, contracts director at Hobson & Porter, said: “Our first project for Yorkare Homes was the…
Residents at our Westfield Park Care Home in Goole have been hard at work making blankets for a local dog rescue centre. The weekly Knit and Natter group at the care home have made several blankets for Linbee Dog Rehoming Centre to help keep the rescue dogs warm and comfortable. The weekly knitting club is…
Each care home across the Yorkare portfolio, have received a special visit from the Macaws Zeus, Inca and Aurora over the last month as part of the ‘Macaws on Tour’ activity, that had been arranged to provide a special interactive animal therapy session for all residents and employees to enjoy. These special activities are all…
Meet the team at Cottingham Manor care home
‘Heather is our Yorkare Hero’ On Thursday 9th June 2022, Heather the Chef from our Lindsey Hall Care Home in Cleethorpes will be shaving her head! Heather is raising money and kindly donating to the Residents Fund at the home, and selflessly donating her beautiful hair to the Little Princess Trust The Little Princess Trust…
Louth Manor Care Home in Louth and Rawcliffe Manor in York officially opened their doors in March with Yorkare now having a portfolio of eight care homes. Both homes were built by local partner Hobson & Porter with each creating more than 90 jobs. Louth Care Home and Rawcliffe Manor will provide residential, dementia and…
Yorkare Homes Tranby Park Care Home Hessle & Mere Hall Care Home Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire #North both rated as one of the Top 100 UK Care Homes 2022. Knight Frank’s 2022 Luxury Care Home Guide lists the UK’s top 100 luxury care homes, each of which are judged on the quality of care…
£1,874 total raised for Dove House Hospice A massive ‘WELL DONE’ and ‘CONGRATULATIONS’ to our Yorkare Warriors for completing the #GetCaked 5mile run and muddy obstacle charity event held at Sledmere House in Driffield on Sunday 13.03.22. Employees from across the full care home group joined forces to take on the run and raise money…
Celebrating our women across the full care home group. International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. It is also a focal point in the women’s rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse…
Yorkare Homes strive to make things better for our residents living with dementia and our care teams. Time for a Cuppa with Dementia UK, which runs every year from 1-8 March is “A tea party to remember” Across our full care home group this week, we have created ‘Little tea parties’ for all to enjoy a…
#RAOK Random Acts of Kindness National Day 2022 Sometimes it’s the smallest acts that makes the biggest impact – something as simple as saying thank you can a turn a day around! “We wanted to throw kindness around like it’s confetti!” To celebrate each other, located around each care home across the full group in nurses’ stations,…
Edith turns 100 and to mark this wonderful occasion received a special delivery from The Queen and made the Front Page News! HAPPY BIRTHDAY EDITH from Your extended family at Mere Hall Care Home.
This year across our group of Care Homes, we are focusing on Health, Happiness & Wellbeing. We have created the ‘YORKARE 3 PEAKS’ to represent these three focus areas. Every month our amazing activity teams will roll out themed events, activities and treats relatable to one of the Yorkare 3 Peaks. HEALTH, HAPPINESS & WELLNESS…
Award Ceremonies have been held across every home in our group this week in December 2021 celebrating ‘OUR EVERYDAY CHAMPIONS’ 10 Categories, nominees have been put forward by their follow team members, management, residents and families. The Star Awards for 2021: The Going the Extra Mile Award: The colleague who goes above and beyond for…
We’re delighted to have completed on our next site in New Waltham, North East Lincolnshire. Serving New Waltham, Waltham, Humberston, Holton Le Clay and Scartho, our next Care Home development will provide 66 bedrooms for Residential and Dementia Care. The Home will provide two Residents Bars, a 40 sqm Hair Dressing and Beauty Salon, plenty…
Thank you Dunlem for choosing our Beverley Parklands Care Home as your new local Care Home Partner. We are really proud to be the chosen Community Local Partner for Dunelm Beverley Our residents and Care Home now as their official partners, will offer support in the future for events and also potentially be involved in…
CARE IN THE COMMUNITY Yorkare Homes always strive to give back to the community whenever possible, this year we are working with Bundles of Joy Charity based in the East Riding of Yorkshire, to help support families this Christmas. Bundles of Joy are a family crisis intervention charity and help to bridge the gap between…
We are super excited to be part of the amazing tree festival this year at the Beverley Minster, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire. The festival is in it’s 7th year and Yorkare Homes are lucky enough to have secured a tree this year!The Tree Festival is scheduled to run from Friday 3 December – Sunday…
The Circuit – the national defibrillator network – provides a national overview of where defibrillators can be found for easy access in emergencies. Yorkare Homes know that by not having these readily available in the events of an emergency or by not having these registered can cost lives and that’s why supporting this new infrastructure…
Our residents, activity teams, staff and our local communities have helped create masterpiece tributes for Remembrance Day. Wonderful displays across the Yorkare Homes group for Remembrance Day!Pictures shown are two examples of some of our amazing tributes and displays from Beverley Parklands and Magdalen Park. Alongside the displays the Homes included Poppy Trees , so…
