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We are incredibly proud to be running our 24 Days of Christmas Calendars for the second year in a row across our group of care homes. This wonderful initiative began with the creative idea of one of our home managers, and we were delighted to bring it to life across all our homes. Each calendar…
When award-winning actress Sheridan Smith walked through the doors of our care home to surprise 89-year-old resident Jim, it was a truly unforgettable moment. The room was filled with excitement, laughter, and a reminder of how meaningful community connections can be. Jim is well known in Driffield as the former landlord of The Rink, a…
Marton Gate Manor has been proudly welcoming new residents since opening its doors in August, and the home is already making great strides in becoming part of the local community. Last week, Angie, our dedicated Activities & Events Lead, hosted the very first Seasiders Over 60’s Group – a brand-new community social club designed to…
Who says you need to head to the races to enjoy all the glitz and glamour of Ladies Day? To coincide with Ladies Day at Beverley Races, Cottingham Manor Care Home brought the sparkle, style, and spirit of the races right to our residents – and what a truly fabulous afternoon it was! Everyone dressed…
All our homes have marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day this week with a series of heartfelt and vibrant celebrations, honouring the courage and sacrifice of those who served in World War II. Residents enjoyed a variety of commemorative events, ranging from poignant remembrance and reminiscence services to lively street parties adorned with Union…
Tee Tatum, our outstanding Care Home Manager at Horsforth Manor, has been named a finalist in The Stars of Social Care Awards! Tee has been shortlisted for the Inspirational Care Home Manager Award (North & Midlands) — an incredible achievement and a true testament to her dedication. Congratulations, Tee — we’re all so proud! At…
At Yorkare Homes, we go beyond building care homes—we create sustainable environments that enhance biodiversity and contribute positively to the local ecosystem. With the introduction of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) as a mandatory requirement across developments in England, our approach is focused on delivering measurable improvements to nature by creating and enhancing habitats on every…
We’re incredibly proud of Eshe Iluokhauno, a Senior Carer at our Beverley Parklands Care Home, who has launched a life-changing charity to support young girls in Nigeria facing period poverty. With 18 million children out of school in Nigeria – 60% of whom are girls – Eshe’s mission is to ensure girls can attend school…
Sleaford Manor Care Home enjoyed a visit from the wonderful local firefights from Sleaford Fire Station last week. Residents and staff had the opportunity to share stories with the fire fighters, reminiscing over warm drinks and cake before trying on their heavy protection gear and helmets and sitting in the drivers seat of the fire…
THRIVE 25 is our company-wide initiative dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and making meaningful progress with our incredible residents. Residents are able to share their wishes & desires with our activity teams who then help to make them a reality Val and her husband used to visit Bettys every Saturday, where they’d share a warm drink…
We are incredibly proud to announce that our Horsforth Manor Care Home has been recognised as one of the TOP 20 Care Homes in Yorkshire and the Humber in the Care Home Awards 2025 by carehome.co.uk This recognition is extra special as it’s based on genuine reviews from our residents, their families, and friends. It’s…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
