Anchor - Eastlake

05/11/2026

🎄🍰 Christmas Cake Competition Is Underway! 🍰🎄

The festive season is officially underway at Eastlake, with residents getting involved in preparing our Christmas cakes ready for this year's Christmas Cake Competition! 🎅✨

There was lots of mixing, measuring and teamwork as residents helped create the cakes that will be lovingly decorated over the coming weeks. The competition theme this year is "Year of Culture - A Traditional Christmas Cake", and we can't wait to see the fantastic creations that emerge.

It's wonderful to see everyone getting involved, sharing memories, and enjoying the excitement of preparing for Christmas together. 🎄❤️

Watch this space for updates as the decorating begins! 🎂✨

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03/11/2026

We had a wonderful morning with Malinda and Eleanor singing Wartime Classics. Thank you ladies for making our amazing residents smile, sing and have a lovely morning 🥰🎤💃🤩🎼

02/11/2026

We would like to say a very big Thank you to all our staff, residents, families and friends who donated to our Harvest table. Your kindness and support is always appreciated by us all so much. 🥰🤩🤝
This morning we delivered the items to the The Godalming & Villages Community Store who were also extremely Grateful.

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

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

Our staff and residents had a great time with Scott the Magician. Lots of laughs and magical moments 🤩🐰🪄

22/10/2026

Today, one of our lovely residents, Joan, came to me with a white envelope and said, “I think this is for you.” I smiled and asked, “For me? Are you sure?” Joan simply said “Yes” and gave me a little wink.

When I opened the envelope, I found these beautiful autumn colouring pictures that Joan had completed herself. Such a simple act of kindness, but it truly made my day so much brighter.

Moments like these remind me why I love what I do. Thank you, Joan, for your thoughtfulness and for putting a big smile on my face today. ❤️🍂

19/10/2026

Today we had a very special visitor. Our Team Leader Gina brought her Beautiful baby Nellie in to meet us 🩷

15/10/2026

🌟 Employee of the Month – July 🌟

A huge congratulations to Zoe on being awarded Employee of the Month for July! 🎉💜

Unfortunately, Zoe was away at the time, so we weren't able to present her award when it was originally voted for. We were therefore delighted to finally present it to her today and recognise the hard work, kindness and dedication she shows every day.

Thank you, Zoe, for everything you do for our residents and your colleagues. This recognition is thoroughly deserved, and we are so pleased to celebrate your achievement with you. 👏😊

Well done, Zoe! 🌟💐

15/10/2026

🌾🧡 Thank You for Your Harvest Festival Donations 🧡🌾

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has donated to our Harvest Festival collection so far. We have been overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity shown by our residents, relatives, staff and local community. ❤️

Every donation, big or small, will help support those who may be struggling, and it's wonderful to see so many people coming together to make a difference. The collection is already looking fantastic and is a real reflection of the caring community we have around us.

All donations will be shared between two local food banks during the first week of November, helping to support local people in need as we head into the winter months.

Thank you once again for your generosity and support. 🌾🍂💛

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15/10/2026

🎤✨ A Wonderful Morning of Music and Entertainment! ✨🎤

Our residents had a fantastic morning enjoying live music and entertainment from the wonderful Johnny Quatro! 🎶💜

There was plenty of singing along, smiling faces and foot-tapping as residents joined in with some well-loved songs and enjoyed the lively atmosphere. Live entertainment is always a highlight, bringing people together and creating special moments for everyone to enjoy.

We're delighted to share some photos from the morning and hope you enjoy them as much as we enjoyed making the memories! 😊📸

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15/10/2026

🍂 Autumn Decorations Coming Together 🍂

Vivienne has been enjoying some creative time with residents, making beautiful autumn-themed paper chains to help continue our autumnal theme throughout October. 🍁🧡

The autumn theme was chosen by residents during their monthly meeting, and it's been wonderful to see everyone getting involved in bringing their ideas to life. The handmade decorations are adding a lovely seasonal touch around the home and helping create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all to enjoy.

A big thank you to Vivienne and all of the residents who have helped make our home look so colourful and cosy this autumn! 😊🍂✨

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