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Cedars Castle Hill is a 31 bedded nursing home with a lively atmosphere where we support residents with a variety of nursing needs. Our home is located in Shaftesbury, Dorset. At Cedars Castle Hill we know our success depends not just on the happiness of our residents, but also... READ MORE

We all love the sunshine don’t we! Being able to throw open the doors and windows and breathe in the fresh air. If we are lucky enough to have a garden, this time of year is a time for planting seeds for a summer crop or preparing borders and tubs for hardy annuals. At... READ MORE

Placing a loved one into a Care Home or Nursing Home can be one of the hardest decisions we ever have to make.  An emotional and psychological struggle between wanting to care for a loved one ourselves and knowing that they are safe and receiving all of the care that they need.... READ MORE

A few thoughts from our Chair, Sara Jacson: It feels like a long time since we made those New Year Resolutions. As the days lengthen and we get ever busier we sometimes forget the promises we made in the darker days of winter. So we are wondering could you spare a little time to... READ MORE

I don’t want to jump the gun, as things can change at any moment at this time of year, but the sun has definitely got it’s hat on at the moment! Having spent a lovely weekend in my own garden, tidying, pruning and sweeping up. Then sitting in the sun enjoying the... READ MORE

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

So now that Christmas is out of the way and the New Year’s celebrations are over it is time to look forward to spring and the start of new beginnings. When it is cold and sunny or even if it is grey and drab, as long as it is dry we try to get as many residents as we can... 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

I have been away from my desk for the last few days and was delighted to find on my return the following email in my inbox. “Its been a real pleasure to have visited over the year.  Many many years ago I worked all over as a carer.  What struck me was how compassionate and... READ MORE

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