Agincare

10/03/2026

Today we were proud to welcome members of the local community to celebrate the grand opening of our new flagship home care service in Dorchester.

For almost four decades, Agincare has been delivering person-centred care and support across Dorchester and the surrounding areas. This new location marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter as we continue to strengthen our commitment to the community.

Located on the main road into Poundbury, our new Dorchester office will serve as a central hub for delivering high-quality home care services locally.

We were delighted to welcome representatives from Dorset Council, Dorchester Town Council, The Winterbourne Hospital, and the Duchy of Cornwall Estate to mark the occasion.

A special thank you to Cllr Andy Canning, Mayor of Dorchester, and Mayoress Mel Lane for cutting the ribbon alongside Agincare Founder and Chairman Derek Luckhurst, Group CEO Raina Summerson, and Sam Mayes, Managing Director of Home Care and Live-in Care.

It was also fantastic to see our Recruitment team speaking with a host of visitors interested in exploring a rewarding career in care, highlighting the many opportunities available to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this milestone.

08/03/2026

🌟 Celebrating 115 years of International Women’s Day at Agincare 🌟

In 2026, International Women’s Day marks an incredible milestone – 115 years of collective action, advocacy, and progress toward gender equality.

International Women’s Day therefore remains not just a celebration, but a powerful call to action for organisations, communities, and individuals around the world.

At Agincare, we are proud that many of our Senior Leadership Team are women, and that many of them began their journey in care through practical, hands-on experience. Their leadership reflects the dedication, compassion and expertise that exists across the social care sector.

Every day, women across our organisation play a vital role in supporting communities, delivering compassionate care, and helping shape the future of social care.

As we mark 115 years of International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements, dedication, and impact of the many women who make a difference across Agincare and the wider care sector.

💜 To all the women across Agincare: thank you for everything you do.

05/03/2026

We’re excited to invite the local community to celebrate the opening of our newly located Agincare Dorchester home care service in Poundbury on Tuesday 10 March.

Join us from 10:30am at 22 Peverell Avenue West, near Queen Mother Square, to meet Registered Manager Sam Jolliff and her care team, view the new premises, and learn more about the care and support we provide across Dorchester and the surrounding areas.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30am, officiated by Mayor of Dorchester Councillor Andy Canning alongside Agincare Founder and Chairman Derek Luckhurst, will mark this special milestone.

From 12pm, we’ll also be hosting an Open Afternoon for anyone interested in a career in care, with the opportunity to learn about roles and take part in on-the-day interviews.

Dorchester has been a key part of our story and we look forward to welcoming the local community and celebrating this exciting milestone.

https://www.agincare.com/news/agincare-dorchester-invites-community-to-grand-opening-of-home-care-service-in-poundbury/

Local people are invited to the opening of Agincare's new home care branch in Poundbury in Dorchester on 10th March

19/02/2026

Our amazing team at Agincare New Milton Home Care are taking on a 13-mile sponsored walk to raise vital funds for Oakhaven Hospice.

Oakhaven Hospice supports people and their families across the New Forest and Totton areas who are living with life-limiting illnesses. .

All of Oakhaven’s services are provided free of charge to those who need them. As a charity, they rely heavily on the generosity of the local community to continue delivering this invaluable support.

If you would like more information or would like to support us, please click on the JustGiving link below to donate.

Help Sarah Horlock raise money to support Oakhaven Hospice Trust

17/02/2026

We would like to share a meaningful addition to Fulford Care and Nursing Home in Littlehampton.

The home has recently been gifted a new defibrillator machine, along with the cabinet that it will be placed in.

This donation is especially significant to us. The defibrillator was generously gifted to the home by the wife of a gentleman who we had the privilege of caring for at Fulford.

After his passing, she chose to make this donation as a way of expressing her gratitude for the care provided, not only to her husband, but also for the support shown to their family during their time with us, having travelled over from the USA.

We are deeply grateful for this thoughtful and generous gesture. It is a lasting tribute to her husband and a gift that will help others for years to come.

12/02/2026

As part of our focus on National Apprenticeship Week, today we are highlighting one of the youngest members of our Head Office team, Lexi Evans, who is currently undertaking a Level 3 HR Support apprenticeship in a newly created role.

Lexi has been a valuable asset to the HR team, supporting Right to Work processes, managing variations, and participating in study workshops to work towards achieving her qualification.

Line Manager, Jacob Chalker, said:
“Lexi is a great addition to our team and has a strong insight into HR matters. She has shown real promise and will continue to develop her skills through her apprenticeship.”

Head of HR, Amy Crabb, added:
“I have been very impressed with Lexi and how quickly she has adapted to a fast-paced HR department.”

Lexi said:
“I’m really enjoying my apprenticeship and I’ve already learned a lot. It’s been great getting properly involved and gaining experience as I go.”

10/02/2026

We’re delighted to announce Lewis Miller, Team Leader at Peppercorn House Extra Care service, as our Overall Employee of the Month! 🎉

Nominated by both residents and the care team, Lewis was recognised for the calm, steady leadership he brings every day. He consistently supports residents with compassion and respect, and he is always ready to step in to help the team when needed.

Lewis was also commended for staying composed under pressure during a recent medical emergency. His decisive and professional actions helped ensure a resident received the support they needed quickly, while also providing reassurance to those around him.

It is exactly this mix of skill, empathy, and confidence that makes Lewis such a valued part of the Peppercorn House team.

Operations Manager Kelly Barnes said:

“We are incredibly proud of Lewis for the consistent care, professionalism, and reassurance he brings to Peppercorn House every day. He’s a real credit to the team.”

A fellow team member added:

“Lewis is compassionate, dependable, and always ready to step in and support residents and the team. You can count on him, every time.”

Lewis, thank you for everything you do. Your commitment, kindness, and leadership make a real difference to residents, families, and colleagues alike.

We truly value you and the positive impact you bring every day. 👏

📷 Lewis Miller (middle) with Manager Tracy and Deputy Manager Michaela.

10/02/2026

This week is National Apprenticeship Week, a chance to celebrate the difference apprenticeships make for people, organisations, and the wider economy.

Agincare Training, our expert in-house platform, support our teams to develop their skills and talents to achieve their goals.

Over the coming days, we will be sharing real stories that show the impact of apprenticeships in action.

First up is Kelsey from our Badminton Gardens Extra Care scheme in Bristol, who completed her Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship in July.

Describing her apprenticeship experience, Kelsey said:

“My apprenticeship has really helped me find my feet in my new role. I am now much more confident about the administrative side of my work.

To be able to complete my training during my regular hours has been a real help to me and it did not disrupt my routine.”

04/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day - a time to stand alongside everyone affected by cancer, and to recognise the strength it takes to navigate diagnosis, treatment, and the challenges that can follow for individuals and their families.

We’re proud to support people living with cancer and their loved ones: offering compassionate, personalised care that responds to changing needs and helps people maintain dignity, comfort, and as much independence as possible.

To anyone living with cancer, supporting a loved one, or remembering someone today: you are not alone.

1 in 5 people will experience cancer in their lifetime.

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This is why we need to take action to save lives. Join us on World Cancer Day on Wednesday 4 February, and help create a future less burdened by cancer.

4 February 2026

04/02/2026

Busy day? We've got you covered.

📞 We're now available for calls until 8pm, and you can book a call directly on our website at a time that works best for you.

👉 Book a call today: https://bit.ly/494rQmK

29/01/2026

Agincare Chief Executive Raina Summerson was one of the featured speakers at the LaingBuisson Social Care Summit North that took place at etc.venues Manchester Piccadilly.

Raina participated in the keynote panel discussion covering unique Northern market characteristics, workforce challenges and opportunities and what effect regulation is having on the sector.

She was joined alongside Samantha Brennan (Community Integrated Care) and Phil Eckersley (Bridgewater Homecare).

This yearly summit brings industry experts together to discuss the challenges and innovations that are shaping social care across the North of England and Scotland.

Raina was also joined at the event by John Tourgout, Agincare PR & Communications Manager, and Jamie Powell, Head of Sales and Marketing, who spent time connecting with peers and networking with other care providers.

It was a great opportunity to share perspectives, learn what is working elsewhere, and build relationships that support better outcomes across the sector.