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🌿🏡 Award-winning and family-run: we provide exceptional care and support across 23 services, with 1500+ staff.

The Holmes Care Group has, for over 40 years, provided a range of high quality residential, nursing and specialist dementia care for the elderly across Scotland and England.

30/04/2026

At Fernlea House in Cardenden, the sun came out and so did the smiles. ☀️

Residents made the most of the brighter weather with time in the garden, ice lollies, a little sunbathing, and a lovely trip to St Andrews on the Holmes Care bus, complete with fish and chips by the coast.

Back at home, the week continued with music quizzes, games, and a relaxing nail care session. A simple, happy week full of fresh air, friendship, and everyday moments together.

Want to find out more about life at Fernlea House? Contact the home today. https://www.holmes-care.co.uk/fernlea-house-care-home

29/04/2026

At Beechwood, a new gardening group has gently taken root.

A few residents chose to get involved in their own way. Agnes and Bill enjoyed a trip out to pick up some plants, while Margaret and Des spent time planting. Nearby, Annie and Ann watched on from a sunny spot in the courtyard, enjoying the moment together.

Simple activities like these offer a chance to spend time outdoors, share familiar routines, and enjoy each other’s company at a comfortable pace.

28/04/2026

🎨 A gentle tribute, full of creativity and care 💜

At Bankview Care Home, creativity took a thoughtful turn as residents enjoyed a calming watercolour session led by Gail from Creative Mojo.

Inspired by what would have been the late Queen’s 100th birthday, the group embraced a softer, more subtle approach with watercolours — creating beautiful pieces that reflected both the occasion and the peaceful atmosphere in the home.

Moments like these offer more than just creativity. They bring conversation, reflection, and a shared sense of connection within the home.

If you’d like to find out more about activities at Bankview or how we support meaningful moments every day, please get in touch — we’d love to hear from you.

27/04/2026

A gentle afternoon, enjoying simple moments and meaningful connection 💛

At Methven House in Kirkcaldy, we spent some one-to-one time with Lynette, heading out to explore the well-loved Cats of Wemyss Trail in East Wemyss. These colourful cat sculptures are dotted along the seafront, decorated by local artists of the area 🐈🐈🐈

Our outing included a relaxed stop for coffee and cake, followed by a stroll along the promenade, taking in the fresh sea air and the calm of the coast.

These quieter, personalised, moments are just as important as group activity. Supporting wellbeing, independence and the things that bring each person joy.

If you’d like to find out more about life at Methven House and the activities we offer, please get in touch – we’d be happy to welcome you. https://www.holmes-care.co.uk/methven-house-care-home

21/04/2026

At Methven House, ongoing learning is a valued part of everyday life in the home.

This week, Stephen completed his SVQ Level 2, and Yvonne, one of our Senior Care team, achieved her SVQ Level 3 and we'd like to say a big congratulations.

Continued training and development helps ensure our teams feel confident in their roles and supports the consistent, high standard of care we aim to provide for every resident.

If you’d like to find out more about working and developing your career in one of our homes, please get in touch.

20/04/2026

Across Holmes Care homes, creativity has been in full bloom 🌼

From colourful sensory displays to beautifully crafted Easter bonnets, residents and teams came together over the Easter weeks to create some truly spectacular entries for our Easter Art Competition. The level of imagination, teamwork and joy on display made judging incredibly difficult.

After much deliberation, we’re delighted to share that Willow House Care Home in Cellardyke were chosen as this year’s winners 🏆

Their winning entry – a handmade replica of a Holmes Care bus – stood out not only for its amazing attention to detail (including some very stylish chicks 🐥😎), but for the heartfelt meaning behind it. Residents created the piece as a thank you to the bus team, who support them to enjoy trips out to places of their choosing 💚

It’s a lovely reflection of what matters most across our homes – connection, appreciation and shared experiences that bring people together.

Well done to everyone who took part – and to Willow House, we can’t wait to see how you choose to enjoy your well-earned prize 👏

17/04/2026

🌱 A blooming lovely thank you this National Gardening Day 🌱

Residents at Alexander House and Craigie House in Crossgates marked National Gardening Day this week with a very special thank you to Charlie Currie, son of resident Jenny, for his generous donation of beautiful raised planters 💛

These planters are more than just a lovely addition to the garden, they’re the first step in some exciting plans our residents have been making. From a mini wildflower meadow to growing their own flowers and vegetables, there’s lots to look forward to 🌼🥕

Gardening is such a meaningful activity for our residents, bringing back memories, encouraging gentle movement, and giving everyone something to nurture and enjoy together. read the full story at https://www.holmes-care.co.uk/alexander-craigie-house-care-homes-celebrate-national-gardening-day-with-generous-donation

We can’t wait to see everything begin to grow 🌿

16/04/2026

Moving into a care home doesn’t mean leaving behind the things that make you you. There’s something very special about keeping a passion alive 💛

At Almond Court, resident, Betty, has been back doing what she’s always loved -baking in the kitchen 🍰 With a career as a cook in both hospitals and schools, it’s safe to say she knows her way around a recipe or two!

With support from our Head Cook Helena, Betty recently made a delicious cake for everyone to enjoy. More than just baking, this was about confidence, purpose, and feeling like herself.

Betty’s family were delighted to hear she’s been spending time in the kitchen, doing something that brings her so much joy. And the good news doesn’t stop there - Helena is more than happy to welcome other residents to join in too, so even more cakes to enjoy 👩‍🍳

Moments like this remind us that moving into a care home doesn’t mean leaving behind the things that make you you. It’s about creating opportunities to continue them, together.

If you’d like to find out more about life at Almond Court or the activities we offer, we’d love to hear from you 💬 or visit https://www.holmes-care.co.uk/almond-court-care-home

13/04/2026

🌷 Spring has sprung at Almond View Care Home in Drumchapel! 🐣

What a season it has been so far... Our incredible residents have thrown themselves into everything Easter and Spring has to offer. From beautiful arts and crafts and the warm voices of our church visitors, to the most adorable petting zoo of baby chicks, fluffy bunnies and cheeky guinea pigs… the joy in our home has been absolutely eggcellent. 🐰🐤🎨

These are the moments that make Almond View such a special place to be. Thank you to everyone who has come in to share the season with us so far. Your visits mean the world to our staff and residents. 💛

Swipe through to see all the fun! 👉

12/04/2026

The minute the sun made an appearance, everyone at Craigie House was ready to make the most of it ☀️🍦

In Scotland, we know how important it is to enjoy those sunny moments when they arrive, so out came the hats, the ice lollies and plenty of smiles as residents spent time outdoors soaking up the rays.

Simple moments like these bring so much joy and help make life in the home feel connected, cheerful and full of warmth. Here’s hoping the sunshine got the message and comes back again very soon 💛

Want to find out more about life at Craigie House? Get in touch with the home to learn more.

11/04/2026

We’ve been having a little bit of fun at Roselea House with the “I trust my…” trend… and let’s just say, our team really do trust our residents! 😄

From the gentlest taps to a few more determined knocks, our residents took aim at the cup perched on our care assistant’s head and proved they’ve still got great aim! 🎯

It’s moments like these that bring laughter into the home and create those shared moments that mean so much to everyone 💛

At Roselea House, it’s all about enjoying time together and keeping that wonderful sense of humour alive.

Want to find out more about life in our home or the activities we offer? We’d love to hear from you get in touch today. https://www.holmes-care.co.uk/roselea-house-care-home

10/04/2026

🐣 Easter Joy, Made Possible Together 🐣

At Holmes Care Group, creating meaningful moments for our residents is always a team effort and that extends far beyond our homes 💛

We’re incredibly grateful to local friends like Tesco and Morrisons, whose generous Easter donations helped bring extra joy to residents as seen in these images from Craigie House and Fernlea House. From sweet treats and thoughtful surprises to Easter Egg Hunts for local school visits, these gestures truly made a difference to the celebrations.

It’s through partnerships like these that we can continue enriching lives and strengthening the connections between our homes and the communities around us.

👏Thank you Tesco Cardenden and Morrisons Cowdenbeath for helping us make Easter that little bit more special 🌼

If you’d like to find out more about life in our homes or how you can get involved, we’d love to hear from you.

Address

The Holmes Care (Group) Limited Registered Office 228 St. Mary's Lane
London
RM143DH

Telephone

+441708251227

Website

https://www.holmes-care.co.uk/

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