1. Choose the right venue Take the time to research where you would like to go on your day trip and which location is best suited for your loved one. Most restaurants and cafes are dementia-friendly, ...
Jul
2019
03
Judges were looking for care homes that demonstrate innovation and strategic thinking when it comes to providing their team with excellent training, as well as recognising companies which are looking ...
May
2019
28
Taking part in Dementia Action Week is a great way to take action to improve the lives of those affected by dementia, which is why we are delighted to support this annual campaign. This year’s theme i...
May
2019
01
The specialist residential, nursing and dementia care home in Christchurch, which is managed by Encore Care Homes, was praised for its safe, effective, responsive, caring and well-led service; with al...
Mar
2019
20
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, Encore Care Homes teamed up with HIT Training to host an event for local catering apprentices working in the health and social care sector. Held at Great Oak...
Feb
2019
18
Well done to all of our care homes. It was so hard to pick just one winner as the standard of the entries was so high. Fairmile Grange presented a Christmas Dinner inspired design. The judges were par...
Feb
2019
05
The programme comprises four modules and is led by a trained expert from Encore who covers various topics, including wellness and behaviour, the positive impact communication can have on a person with...
Jan
2019
07
Encore Care Homes invests significantly in the personal development of its staff and presents them with regular training opportunities throughout the year. The ‘Be an Effective Leader’ programme was l...
Dec
2018
21
We asked them to use their creativity and sense of fun to film a festive video in the homes. They could be classic, or whacky; naughty or nice – the important aspect was to have some fun! Teams were a...
Dec
2018
20
The festive season is officially in full swing at Encore Care Homes with Fairmile Grange being crowned the winner of our very first Encore Christmas Cake Competition 2018. Each home was invited to tak...
Dec
2018
10
At Encore Care Homes we take the following steps to ensure all of our residents enjoy Christmas and feel happy in their home: Put decorations up gradually. Think about putting decorations up graduall...
Dec
2018
04
With more than 14 years’ experience in the care sector, Rachel joins the Bournemouth-based care group, having previously overseen a group of care homes in Scotland and Yorkshire.During her time with t...
Nov
2018
05
At Great Oaks we like to ensure all of our residents’ needs are catered for and that all of our activities at the home are inclusive of everyone. Here are our tips on how to ensure Bonfire Night is a ...
Oct
2018
26
Huge congratulations to our carers Carmelita, Altagracia and Helen, who all received a £500 bonus each in recognition of their hard work and dedication over the past 5 years at Hamble Heights, our res...
Oct
2018
16
The Alzheimer’s Memory Walk was originally due to take place on 23rd September but was postponed due to the bad weather. Rearranged for Saturday 13thOctober, the rain thankfully held off. The sun ev...