Walsall Council's Adult Social Care Needs Improvement
Walsall Council's adult social care department has been told it requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission, with shortfalls found in eight out of nine categories.
Category : Care Homes
Birmingham Care Home Manager 'Ran Home Like Prison' Trial Hears
A former care home manager from Birmingham is accused of running a children's home like a prison during a sex abuse trial, with allegations of intimidation and cruelty spanning two decades.
Leeds Care Centre Marks 110 Years of Staff Service
MHA Moor Allerton Care Centre in Leeds honours seven dedicated staff members for their combined 110 years of service, highlighting a supportive work environment and community-focused care for residents aged 55 and over.
Reablement Service Transforms Life After Stroke
Dean from Hyde shares his inspiring recovery journey with Tameside Council's free Reablement Service, regaining independence after a life-changing stroke with personalised support.
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Birmingham Care Firm Withdraws Services Affecting 130
Just Call 4 Care Services has abruptly withdrawn home care services for 130 vulnerable Birmingham residents, leaving an 82-year-old man sleeping on his sofa.
BBC TV Licence Cut to £7.50 for Some Before £181 Hike
Ahead of an expected £181 annual TV licence fee increase in April, eligible residents in care homes and sheltered accommodation can secure a reduced licence for just £7.50.
Middlesbrough Resident's Recipe in Charity Cookbook
Lyn Woodwork, 80, from Nunthorpe Oaks Care Home sees her cherished cheese scone recipe featured in Sanctuary Care's 'A Lifetime of Flavours' cookbook, celebrating food and memory.
Birmingham pensioner, 92, accused of care home child abuse
Malcolm Phillips, 92, is accused of using his role as a care home manager to sexually abuse vulnerable children over nearly 20 years. His assistant, Linda Brunning, 66, is also on trial. Read the latest from Bradford Crown Court.
Phyllis Walker's 100th Birthday Celebrated in Waltham Abbey
Phyllis Walker marked her 100th birthday with a surprise party at Ashbrook Court Care Home, receiving a card from King Charles III. Discover the heartwarming celebration of music, family, and timeless glamour.
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Caerphilly Care Home Hosts Dementia-Friendly Singing Sessions
Parklands Care Home in Caerphilly launches inclusive singing and music sessions for people with dementia and their carers. Free sessions start January 15. Join the community event.
North Park Care Home Starts Weekly Veterans' Drop-In
North Park Care Home in Darlington launches a weekly veterans' drop-in every Thursday from 5th February 2026. Open to all, it offers camaraderie, support and homemade cakes. Join them!
Centenarian's Joy at Owl Visit and Royal Card in Care Home
A beloved resident at Bramwell Care Home celebrated her 100th birthday with a magical owl visit and a card from the King and Queen. Read about this heartwarming community celebration.
Bryn Terfel Calls for Wales Care Awards Nominations
Opera legend Sir Bryn Terfel launches a call for entries to find Wales's unsung social care heroes. Nominations for the 2026 Wales Care Awards close on January 31.
Care Home Residents' Sage Advice for 2026
Seven residents at Diagrama Foundation's Edensor Care Centre in Clacton-on-Sea offer profound life advice for the new year. Discover their timeless wisdom on joy, resilience, and connection.
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Unregistered Children's Homes Charge £30,000 a Week
Ofsted warns of a 'shadow market' in children's care, with nearly 900 investigations launched into unregistered homes charging exorbitant fees. Urgent government action is demanded.
Children's care home approved in Worcester despite objections
Worcester City Council approves converting a house into a children's care home on Woolhope Road, overriding neighbours' concerns about parking and neighbourhood character.
Schoolchildren bring Christmas joy to St Giles Care Home
Year 3 pupils from Gossey Lane Academy visited St Giles Care Home to sing carols and share festive activities with residents. Discover how the school's 11 B4 11 programme fosters kindness and community spirit.
Corgi Toys Bring Christmas Joy to Broadstairs Care Home
Residents at Copperfield Court in Broadstairs relived their youth this Christmas thanks to personalised diecast model gifts from iconic British toy firm Corgi. Discover how nostalgia boosts wellbeing.
£100k grant boosts veteran care home in Salford
Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford receives a £100,000 Army Benevolent Fund grant to enhance dementia care, activities, and quality of life for its elderly veteran residents.
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Chefs mark 31st Christmas serving care home residents
Head chef Andy Pridmore and deputy Sarah Pell prepare festive feast for 31st year at Cedar Falls care home in Spalding. Read their heartwarming story of dedication.
Care Home and School Share Christmas Past in Edgbaston
Residents of Edgbaston Manor care home welcomed Harper Bell School pupils for a day of carols and shared memories, reviving festive traditions. Discover this heartwarming intergenerational story.
Centenarian Ivy's Milestone Celebration at Worplesdon Care Home
Ivy marked her 100th birthday in style at Worplesdon View Care Home, receiving a telegram from King Charles and Queen Camilla. Read her secret to a long and happy life.
12 Ways to Care This Christmas Initiative Launched
Barchester Healthcare launches a national campaign with 12 practical tips to support vulnerable people this festive season, highlighting the vital work of carers.
Centenarian's festive birthday with penguin visitors
Doris Griffiths, 101, celebrated her birthday by turning on the Christmas lights at her Chingford care home, The Spinney, with special guests: two Humboldt penguins. Read about the magical winter wonderland event.
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Two residents mark 100th birthdays at Launton Grange
Launton Grange Care Home in Bicester celebrates two centenarians, Catherine 'Kate' Nicholls and Barbara Marsh, with unforgettable parties. Discover the heartwarming community celebrations.
Birmingham Care Staff Shortlisted for National Awards
Eight dedicated staff from Cygnet Elms in Birmingham are finalists in the Stars of Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards. Discover their inspiring stories.
Bromsgrove Care Home's Nostalgic Christmas Event
Chandler Court care home in Bromsgrove invites the community to a 1950s-inspired festive tea party on 17th December, reviving cherished traditions. Join residents for stories, singalongs and festive fun.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £172k fraud
A man who impersonated a nurse for over four years, earning nearly £173k, has been jailed. He worked in six care homes, putting vulnerable patients at risk. Read the full investigation details.
Barry Care Home Coordinator Wins Top Wales Award
Linda Campbell, an activities coordinator at Springbank Nursing Home in Barry, has won a Bronze Outstanding Service Award at the prestigious Wales Care Awards for her two decades of dedicated service.
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Barchester Chef Academy Serves 1 Million Meals
Barchester Healthcare's National Chef Academy hits a milestone of one million meals per month, training chefs for rewarding careers in care homes. Discover a culinary career with purpose.
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