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In October we welcomed a young person (TJ) to do work experience with us. We always like to encourage young people into the caring profession. Below is her review of her time spent with us. “I am writing to thank you for the week that I spent at Cedars Nursing Home for work... READ MORE

The festive season was a very busy time for most of us and Cedars Castle Hill was no exception. Home from Home! It is always our pledge to make Cedars Castle Hill a real home from home. With children’s choirs singing carols, a visit from Santa, a pantomime, present giving and a... READ MORE

Autumn is a lovely time of year, trees turning from green to yellow to orange and then to red. Paths are littered with their leaves, children in colourful wellies wade through them and splash in muddy puddles. Although the gardens at both of our homes are bereft of flowers they... READ MORE

Our Residents’ Fascinating Stories! As it is the 100th anniversary of the end of WW1 on 11th November, we asked some of our residents about their own war experiences. Some had family that fought, some fought in WW2, some were just children and some stayed at home to look... READ MORE

At ‘The Cedars’ the very best ‘End of Life Care’ really matters. Providing a homely environment. For most people who come to live at The Cedars Nursing Home it will be their very last home. As a team, we do everything we can to make their lives as... READ MORE

Last week when visiting The Cedars,  The Optician was very impressed with a member of staff. He commented several times about how helpful she was and then, before leaving, he made a special visit to our receptionist to pass on the following: “Please say a special thanks to S as... READ MORE

There are currently 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK. These numbers are set to rise to over one million by 2025 and are estimated to soar to over two million by 2051. Dementia is often hidden away, unspoken of or ignored at a time when the person living with dementia... READ MORE

We are delighted to announce that The Cedars Nursing Home has received the ‘GSF Care Homes Re Accreditation Quality Hallmark Award  – Platinum Status’ – for End of Life Care. Please see the link below for more details. GSF Report Aug 2018 Congratulations... READ MORE

We are always looking for Volunteers at both of our Care Homes. If you join us you could: Be part of a friendly Team Make a difference to someone’s life Enhance your CV Make new friends Gain new experience Click on the link  below for contact details: Volunteer Poster... READ MORE

On Friday morning Cedars Nursing Home was buzzing with activity as the staff prepared for the Festival. The weather was not looking very promising for the afternoon festivities and the decision was made to hold it inside instead of in the garden. The Activities Team worked... READ MORE