We have a quarterly newsletter available. It gives snippets of news about what’s been happening at Court House, updates about our staff and events that are planned. If you would like to receive a copy by email, please let our Manager know by emailing your request to: manager@courthousecare.co.uk.
Our latest ‘Star Employee’
Holly Higgs was awarded the title in July for her outstanding dedication to her new role as Deputy Manager for Court House. Thank you for all your commitment and hard work Holly.
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Lorna Turner | July 24th, 2019
Eden Alternative
Kim, Holly have recently completed the ‘Eden Alternative’ training. This is a global philosophy that started in the USA. It is an approach that fits the care to the person rather than the person fitting to the care. It’s about making sure people don’t feel lonely, bored or lack purpose and to...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | July 12th, 2019
‘Care Home of the month’
We were so pleased to have been awarded the Care Home of the month by Musica Devon. The award was for 'creating a harmonious, person and relationship-centred environment for their residents, families, carers, and staff, and truly believing in the wellbeing benefits of music, for those living...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | June 20th, 2019
Our shy ‘Star employee’
Not all of us like having our photo taken but we still want to thank Kirsty C for doing such an amazing job, helping everyone out and being a fabulous carer. Congratulations on being our 'Star Employee'! We respect your right not to make a fuss and have a photo.
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | June 6th, 2019
New extension well underway
We have been planning to do an extension for quite a while and at last it's all happening. There will be four additional bedrooms, a small private garden behind the extension and large communal area which will have a coffee shop feel with some comfy seating and a dining area. As part of wanting...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | June 6th, 2019
Daily life
Being a home from home where residents can still be part of the daily activities, whether that's laying tables, creating table displays, helping with gardening It's really important that it feels like a home from home and for some of our residents being involved in everyday activities such as...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | May 17th, 2019
Star Employee Award
Our Star Employee Award has been given to Amy Watkinson. Amy has recently started her apprenticeship at Court House and has taken to care work incredibly well. She's shown real initiative, is a fantastic team player and is showing great promise for a career in care. She received lots of...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | April 1st, 2019
Creative flair
The rag rug weaving by the Art Club has been amazing. They are now on display in Court House for all to enjoy and admire. A big thank you for Jan, our visiting artist, and the Art Club....
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | March 19th, 2019
On trend
Staying up to date with what’s in fashion is nothing to do with age. Evelyn was admiring Robyn's dutch braids so Robyn offered to do Evelyn's hair. It’s such a lovely photo of Robyn and Evelyn. Don't they both look gorgeous! When Robyn isn’t doing this, she’s generally found singing and dancing...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | February 18th, 2019
New year staff training
Our training for 2019 was kicked off with a full staff training session all about understanding how our care home performs under the headings of 'caring', 'responsive', 'effective', 'safe' and 'well-led'. Everyone was encouraged to give their thoughts and ideas; what we do well, what could we...
Continue reading > Lorna Turner | January 25th, 2019
