A recent visit to Butterfly Lodge by Plymouth-based ‘Bugs Life’ had residents captivated by the reptiles and animals they were able to meet, handle and feed. Sarah McCaffrey, deputy manager, said: “Our ladies and gents were fascinated with their animal encounters and surprised us with their willingness to handle them – including some they’d never […]
A trainee nurse who found her vocation when providing emergency first aid during her first career as cabin crew for British Airways, has welcomed the ‘broadening of her horizons’ experienced during her training placement with us at Camelot House and Lodge. Elenya Field, 26, who has been doing the placement as part of the second […]
With the staff recruitment drive for Holsworthy’s Deer Park Nursing Home now in full swing ahead of the home’s opening later this year, operators Camelot Care have confirmed its management team is now complete with the appointment of both manager and deputy. Amanda Williams has been selected as the home’s new deputy manager, joining manager […]
Youngsters from Northgate Primary School in Bridgwater have been working hard this week to support elderly neighbours at Avalon to create paper lanterns and snakes for Chinese New Year. The children are regular guests at the home, with groups of six taking it in turn so everyone can visit during the academic year. This week […]
Our Burns Night celebrations at Butterfly Lodge in Plymouth have been a real January highlight for all our residents and especially for Ron Urquhart who was a native of Aberdeenshire before he moved to Devon. Sarah McCaffrey, deputy manager, said: “On the big day we had a visit from Dave the Lone Piper, whose amazing […]
Residents at Camelot House and Lodge have been busy preparing fat-balls for the birds who visit their garden ahead of the UK’s largest annual garden-based citizen science project which is due to take place next weekend. Manager Zillah Oakes said: “Lots of the ladies and gents who live with us have had a life-long interest in […]
Elvis Presley fans living at Chestnut Lodge in Yeovil marked the 90th anniversary of his birthday on 8 January with a day of Elvis-themed fun and games. Jane Davey, who is part of the activities team at the home, said: “Many of our residents were huge fans of the King back in the day, and […]
Residents and staff at Butterfly Lodge bid a fond farewell this week to the chaplain who has been supporting them for the past 14 years. Joanna Bound has been visiting the home under the Care Home Chaplaincy scheme run by Churches Together in Plymouth, leading acts of worship and contributing guidance and support at regular […]
Delilah the donkey brought smiles and fond memories to the residents at Chestnut Lodge last week. Our activities coordinator Jane Davey is friends with Russell and Naomi who care for nine-year-old Delilah at their small-holding in Odcombe, and she was delighted when they agreed to bring Delilah to visit the home. Jane said: “She is […]
Pupils from St Budeaux CE Primary Academy made a very welcome visit to Butterfly Lodge this week, delighting residents with a ‘very polished’ performance of carols and other Christmas songs. Sarah McCaffrey, deputy manager, said: “The school is just a 10 minute walk from us and pupils from all years often come to see us […]
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