Anchor - Blackbrook House

03/11/2026

Today, we’re bringing a sea of red poppies into our home! Together, we’re decorating Blackbrook House in preparation for Remembrance Day, creating a beautiful display of remembrance, reflection and respect.

02/11/2026

We had some adorable little Chihuahuas visit Blackbrook House! Lots of cuddles, wagging tails and happy faces. Sometimes the smallest visitors bring the biggest joy.

02/11/2026

Ready, Aim, SHOOT! Our residents had a fantastic time enjoying an active, interactive basketball game! Plenty of movement, friendly competition!

02/11/2026

Trick or Treat!
What a spooktacular Halloween party at Blackbrook House! Full of laughter, sweet treats, spooky surprises and plenty of smiles!

01/11/2026

🪩 Fancy a trip back to the 70s?

Join everyone at Anchor - Wharfeside care home on Friday 27 November for a disco featuring classic hits from the decade. Come along to enjoy the music, have a dance or sing along to some familiar favourites.

70s fancy dress is welcome, but not essential.

📅 Friday 27 November, from 11am
📍 Wharfeside care home, Otley

Everyone is welcome. Find out more and book your place: https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/events/70s-disco-special-wharfeside-care-home

01/11/2026

Our Loving Later Life Awards spotlight continues with James Rae, winner of the Neighbour Like No Other Award.

Living at Hanover Close in Andover, James is always ready to lend a hand to his neighbours. Whether helping with practical tasks, giving people lifts to appointments or getting involved in community projects such as building a garden bench, he makes a real difference.

James said: “It’s nice to be thought of, and I couldn’t have done it without everyone else in our lovely community!”

Congratulations, James, and thank you for helping make your community such a supportive place to live. 💜

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/meet-our-2026-loving-later-life-award-winners

31/10/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween!

There’s been plenty of fun across our care homes, with residents and colleagues getting creative with crafts, carving pumpkins, enjoying spooky snacks and getting together for Halloween themed parties.

Here’s a look at what residents and colleagues got up to this Halloween.

31/10/2026

💜 Join West Hall care home for a Remembrance Service on Thursday 5 November.

They will come together to honour the lives of lost loved ones, with singing from Feltonfleet School, a performance by harpist Danielle and a service led by Revd. Dr Keith Elford, Vicar of West Byfleet and New Haw.

Friends, family and members of the local community are warmly invited. Refreshments will be served after the service.

📅 Thursday 5 November, 2.30pm–4pm

Find out more here:

Join us at West Hall care home for a Remembrance Service as we come together to honour the lives of loved ones we have lost.

31/10/2026

What happens when a passion for dance becomes part of your day job?

For Bob, a Care Assistant at Anchor - St Edith's Court, it means bringing music, movement and plenty of encouragement to regular Zest sessions with residents.

Bob has been delivering Zest at the care home since completing his training, and says it’s his favourite part of the job.

“It’s my favourite part of the job. We all feel good after it.”

It’s lovely to see Bob using something he’s passionate about to help residents stay active, have fun and enjoy time together. 💜 Zest Wellbeing

Read Bob’s story: https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/blogs/meet-bob-bringing-energy-and-movement-zest-st-ediths-court

31/10/2026

The tunes were flowing, the toes were tapping and the smiles were unstoppable! Another fabulous afternoon at Blackbrook House!

31/10/2026

Another fantastic afternoon filled with familiar favourites, wonderful melodies and happy faces! There's nothing better than seeing our residents enjoying the magic of live music!

31/10/2026

We've been getting into the spooky spirit, transforming our home with pumpkins, cobwebs and plenty of Halloween decorations! 🎃

30/10/2026

Did you know we have care homes in Leeds?

The Manor House Roundhay is our luxurious new care home in Leeds offering first class residential care and dementia care in a beautiful setting close to Roundhay Park.

Meticulously finished to the highest standard, The Manor House Roundhay is a light, spacious and elegant home offering five-star accommodation and a wide range of impressive facilities. Beautifully appointed communal spaces, perfect for socialising with friends, relaxing, and enjoying daily life, are complemented by landscaped gardens and an engaging activities programme of social events.

Communal facilities also include:

- Engaging activities programme
- Communal lounge
- Hobby / craft room
- Hairdressing salon

To find out more about The Manor House Roundhay, please visit: https://www.anchor.org.uk/our-properties/manor-house-roundhay-leeds

30/10/2026

30/10/2026

We think residents at Millbeck did a great job pumpkin carving 🎃

30/10/2026

Some very special guests came to visit residents at Anchor - Hurst Park Court 🐴🎃

29/10/2026

23/10/2026

A little dining room refresh, inspired by our residents!
Our residents chose their favourite tablecloths, and we made it happen! At Blackbrook House, it’s all about listening to our residents, respecting their choices and creating a warm, welcoming environment that truly feels like home.
Sometimes, the smallest changes make the biggest difference!

22/10/2026

Your Home, Your Voice!
Another fantastic residents’ meeting at Blackbrook House!
Our residents' views, wishes and ideas are at the heart of everything we do. These meetings provide a wonderful opportunity to share thoughts, make suggestions and have a say in how their home is run.

After all, it's their home, and their voices matter!

22/10/2026

What a fantastic afternoon for a lovely stroll! Fresh air, beautiful autumn colours and wonderful company – sometimes it’s the simplest moments that bring the biggest smiles!