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25th November 2020
Marham House goes Viral on TikTok
Tik Tok the video sharing, social media service, where users can share short videos from dancing to comedy and educational genres, has taken the world by storm, with over 850 million users on the site every single day. At Marham House staff and residents
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19th November 2020
Charles’ 98th Birthday Party Celebrations
This week Hazel End saw one of our fantastic residents turn 98. Charles Foster. Charles was born in London on the 18th November 1992, he was one of five children, four girls and himself the only boy. After attending school till he was 14, Charles took on
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11th November 2020
Marham’s Magnificent Firework Display
This month England saw COVID restrictions placing us under lockdown once again, Marham House Care Home, decided these restrictions would not stop them being able to provide their residents with an evening of laughter, fun and Autumnal spirit. On the 6th
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11th November 2020
Remembrance Day at Hazel End
In celebration of Remembrance Day on the 11th November 2020, Hazel End Care Home went above and beyond to celebrate and remember those who gave their lives in the First World War. Over the week leading up to Remembrance Day, staff spent time with our amaz
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27th October 2020
Community Handmade Poppies for Marham House
In preparation for Remembrance Day Marham House, wanted to work closely with their community and as a result asked both Dunelm in Bury St Edmunds and Howard Community Primary school, to make handmade poppies for the residents display’s inside the ho
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27th October 2020
Hazel End’s Super Spooky Halloween
Hazel End Care Home spent their week preparing and celebrating Halloween. Residents baked and created Halloween cakes and crafts, making their own decorations, and turning Hazel End into a creepy trick or treat spectacular. Throughout the week the team
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20th October 2020
Breast Cancer Awareness at Marham House
On 23rd October, Marham House will wear pink, raise money and help aid in the life saving breast cancer research and help make life-changing care happen. In aid of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Marham House have baked pink themed cakes, made a special
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19th October 2020
War Time Stories with Hazel End Resident Brenda
Brenda, was born on the 9th March 1933, in Manor Road Leyton and is now residing in Hazel End Care Home. We sat down with Brenda and chatted about her memories, her past experiences and the times that have stayed in her mind the most. “I was six whe
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19th October 2020
Marham House Chinese Takeaway
When residents at Marham House Care Home, had their weekly resident meeting, it was picked up that there were several comments about missing a Chinese takeaway. As residents are unable to leave the care home during the current restrictions, staff at Mar
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13th October 2020
Hazel End's Surprise Baby Shower
Residents at Hazel End hosted a baby shower on Monday 12th October for housekeeper Sophie Edwards. A group of residents took it upon themselves to start a secret project in their knitting club, and asked residents and staff of Hazel End to each knit a b
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12th October 2020
Harvest Festival conducted by Reverend Russel
On Friday 9th October, Marham House celebrated the Harvest Festival with a special church service conducted by our very own resident, Reverend Russel. Mr Russel was a vicar for 51 years and planned a full mornings service for his fellow residents. The
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28th September 2020
Hazel Ends Happy Hour with Home Manager
Allison Squires Home Manager of Hazel End has organised a weekly happy hour with residents. Which includes a different group of residents each week, meeting with Allison in the bar of the home, for a couple of hours with our speciality cocktails. This
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28th September 2020
Senior Care Assistant at Marham House Walks 100 miles for MIND Charity and Residents Funds
Marta Petts Senior Care Assistant at Marham House, joined the team when we first opened in March 2020, since then Marta has been a valued member of our team and a welcomed smile for all the residents. When talking with Marta about her decision
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24th September 2020
Couple Celebrate 36 years of Marriage at Marham House Care Home
Joan Russell aged 81 and Eric Russell aged 81 from Suffolk, now residing in Marham House Care Home, celebrated their 36th Wedding Anniversary this week and had a lot to reminisce over whilst they shared a celebratory slice of cake. Joan and Eric origi
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22nd September 2020
Residents and Staff of Hazel End go back to the 80s
Hazel End decided to mark the end of summer and the glorious weather with one last garden party, 80s style! Staff and residents put on their best 80s gear and headed to the garden where they spent the afternoon, laughing, drinking, and enjoying life.
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16th September 2020
Dog Show Goes Virtual for Marham House Residents
Marham House residents take part in virtual dog show, with over 200 applicants online. With the country being hit with more COVID19 restrictions Marham House decided to turn to social media, to create a virtual dog show. Marham House asked members of t
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8th September 2020
Hazel End Care Home moves residents to their new community after spending COVID-19 together on the middle floor community.
Residents at Hazel End have been given the opportunity to choose their room on the ground floor community, a welcome move to their dream rooms complete with patio doors for them to enjoy some socially distanced time in the garden. During the COVID-19
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8th September 2020
Circus Skills Amaze Marham House Residents
On Monday 7th September Academy of Movement visited Marham House. Academy of Movement, offers unique classes for all ages, teaching new skills and bringing lots of fun at the same time. The entertainment started with a riveting show of acrobatics,
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4th September 2020
Hazel End's 1920s Throwback
On Wednesday 3rd of September staff at Hazel End Care Home, transported residents back to the 1920’s by throwing a Speakeasy Party. Staff put on their finest attire, whilst the dining/lounge area was decorated in harmony with the era. Residents spent
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2nd September 2020
A trip to the seaside for Marham House Residents
Sandcastles, paddling pools, sweets, and photo cut outs filled Marham House as residents woke up on Bank holiday Monday, they were surprised to see that their home had been transformed, for a special day at the seaside. At Halcyon Care Homes we like to
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