Hill Care

13/02/2026

Hill Care is proud to recognise an extraordinary milestone as Sandra Brunt celebrates 40 years of dedicated service at Holmewood Care Home, Chesterfield.

Sandra has been an integral part of the home for four decades, providing residents with nutritious, home-cooked meals and creating a warm, welcoming dining experience that supports wellbeing and quality of life. Her commitment, consistency and compassion have made a lasting impact on residents, families and colleagues alike.

Sandra’s achievement was celebrated with the presentation of gifts, flowers and a commemorative plaque by our CEO, Liza Beukes, alongside Home Manager, Cathy Shaw, in recognition of her outstanding contribution and loyalty to Hill Care.

Long-serving colleagues like Sandra are at the heart of our organisation. Their knowledge, dedication and passion help us continue delivering person-centred care and maintaining the supportive, family-focused environments our homes are known for.

Congratulations, Sandra, and thank you for 40 truly remarkable years of service.

12/02/2026

Our inspirational resident Valerie has been featured by Women's Health UK, discussing how she keeps herself and other residents active at the age of 89!

"Lever Edge Care Home resident Valerie Bailey has been active throughout her life. In 1989, she ran the London Marathon and another 20-mile race, and the Lancaster Race Series Garstang 10K in 1992.

Now, at 89, the former NHS nurse is still a self-professed ‘get fit fanatic’ whose weekly sessions include a robust combination of strength training, stretching, power walking and teaching an aerobics class."

From wall sits to weighted rows, Val Bailey's weekly routine is all about staying strong, mobile and independent

06/02/2026

EGG-CEPTIONAL Fabergé‑style artwork created by Deangate Care Home resident Margaret Smith is set for an Easter auction to help fund a seaside trip for fellow residents.

Margaret 88, has lived at Deangate since March 2024 and still lights up when shown her scrapbook of decorated eggs, a craft she spent decades of her life mastering.

Margaret began decorating real eggs in the style of Fabergé in 1979 and created dozens of exquisite, intricate artworks over the years.

Many were sold at prestigious shows across the UK, including the Royal Welsh Show, the Great Yorkshire Show, Chatsworth Country Fair and Burleigh Horse Trials.

Now, Margaret’s daughter and her family have donated several of the eggs to the care home to auction on Facebook to raise money for the residents’ fund – which pays for outings and activities for the elderly residents.

Catherine said: “Mum was very talented and, like many crafters, proud of the items she produced. She was a member of the Egg Crafters Guild of Great Britain and she regularly attended seminars to keep up with the latest trends and even picked up ideas from members based in America, where at the time the craft was very popular."

02/02/2026

A little inspiration for a Monday Morning:

It was fantastic to see Lever Edge Care Home in the news this week with their very own fitness guru, 89 year old resident Valerie Bailey who has been running her own fitness classes with Activity Coordinator, Manny Patel.

“I enjoy inspiring others. My active life and enthusiasm shows that it’s never too late to keep moving growing and thriving it's brings me joy. I love leading the exercise class with Manny because, at my age, staying active is even better when you lift folk up with you. It makes me happy."

Read the full article below!

An 89-year-old fitness fanatic has been getting fellow care home residents in Bolton active – and inspiring others online with her passion for…

30/01/2026

Fantastic to have Hits Radio host a very special show from Alderwood Care Home after Activities Coordinator, Kay, contacted the show as part of their 'Where there's a Will there's a Way' program!

It was fantastic to see the residents and colleagues have such a fantastic morning with presenter and TV Star Will Best serenading some of our residents (who, of course, serenaded him right back!)

Thank you to Angie and the team for ensuring all residents were able to be involved, creating some amazing memories together.

29/01/2026

✨ A Day of Inspiration at NAPA 2026 ✨

Last week, some of our fantastic Activities Coordinators were joined by our Quality Director, Sue, and Development & Governance Director, Lynda, at the NAPA Annual Activity Conference 2026 – The Year of Culture.

It was a truly inspiring day, filled with fresh ideas which we’re excited to bring into our homes.

It was also wonderful to see Activity Coordinators from our sister homes come together to share experiences and learn from one another.

Thank you to National Activity Providers Association for such a brilliant event we’re already looking forward to next year!

19/01/2026

On Friday, we held a very special awards ceremony at The Laurels & The Limes Care Home, celebrating the incredible colleagues who have dedicated so many years to Hill Care 💙

Colleagues marking 5, 10, 15 and even 20+ years of service were recognised with certificates and thoughtfully chosen hampers reflecting their length of service, a 'thank you' for a truly extraordinary commitment.

Our colleagues are the heart of our homes. Their compassion, consistency and dedication mean everything to our residents, families and to one another. The relationships they build and the care they provide every single day are what make The Laurels & The Limes such special places to live and work.

A huge thank you to Rob Muddiman and the team at TAO Staffing, Dave Steen and the team at Spire Care Agency, John Springthorpe and the Care Shop team for generously donating and presenting hampers your support helped make the day even more memorable. Another big thank you to our kitchen team for the fantastic buffet they provided for residents, colleagues and visitors.

06/01/2026

CHRISTMAS came early for South Yorkshire Charity Help 4 Homeless Veterans after Deangate Care Home's shoebox appeal saw donations of more than 150 gifts.

Deangate launched its annual shoebox drive in October to ensure residents without families receive gifts this Christmas.

Following the success of previous years, when more than enough gifts were donated, this year’s appeal went further, supporting homeless veterans through the charity Help 4 Homeless Veterans – one of the Mayor of Barnsley’s chosen charities.

CHRISTMAS came early for a Barnsley charity supporting homeless veterans after a care home shoebox appeal saw donations of more than 150 gifts. Deangate Care Home, on Towngate, Mapplewell, launched its annual shoebox drive in October to ensure residents without families receive gifts this Christmas....

06/01/2026

MONKEYS at a sanctuary in South Africa received handmade gifts in time for Christmas thanks to the latest initiative by Hazelgrove Court Care Home's knitting group.

The Knitting Nannas produced over a dozen woollen toys and blankets for primates at a rescue centre in South Africa’s capital Pretoria.

The group of elderly knitters, all in their 70s, 80s and 90s, have a track record of knitting for various animal charities, having previously produced blankets for South African rhinos and jumpers for Australian penguins.

MONKEYS at a sanctuary in South Africa received handmade gifts in time for Christmas thanks to the latest initiative by a North Yorkshire care home knitting group. The Knitting Nannas, from Hazelgrove Court Care Home, in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, produced over a dozen woollen toys and blankets for primat...

05/01/2026

💐 Celebrating 20 Years of Dedication – Jeanette 💐

Today, we’re incredibly proud to celebrate a very special milestone at Lever Edge Care Home, as Jeanette marks 20 years of service with Hill Care.

As the much-loved cook, Jeanette brings comfort, warmth and a sense of home to our residents every single day through lovingly prepared meals.

Always willing to go the extra mile, she also supports resident activities and fundraising, helping to create meaningful moments that make a real difference.

Jeanette’s dedication, kindness and generosity have touched countless lives over the past two decades, and her commitment has not gone unnoticed.

Thank you, Jeanette, for everything you do and for the heart you bring to your role. We are so grateful to have you as part of the Lever Edge family.

Here’s to 20 amazing years and many more to come 💙👏

29/12/2025

Festive spirit was in full swing at a Deangate Care Home when the Mayor and Mayoress of Barnsley made a surprise appearance dressed as Mr and Mrs Claus.

FESTIVE spirit was in full swing at a Barnsley care home when the Mayor and Mayoress made a surprise appearance dressed as Mr and Mrs Claus. The annual Christmas fayre at Deangate Care Home, Towngate, Mapplewell, saw families, friends, staff, and residents gather for an afternoon of festive fun. Amo...