Care Plus

14/11/2025

Enjoy free hot drinks at our warm space this winter ☕

Our Burton Square Community Hub has become a ‘warm space’ for those in need during the colder months.

These welcoming and friendly sessions provide an opportunity for anyone to enjoy a cuppa and some snacks while socialising with others in a safe and warm environment.

Geoffrey visits the hub every week for a drink and a natter.

He said: “The hub is a lifeline; it’s changed my life. It’s given me people to talk to, and I’ve made friends here.

“I come at least twice a week and they have my cup of coffee ready for when I arrive!”

Join us at:

Burton Square Community Hub - every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday in Stafford.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.homesplus.co.uk/news/enjoy-free-hot-drinks-at-our-warm-space-this-winter/

12/11/2025

We've given our Careers website at Housing Plus Group a fresh new look!

At HPG you'll find more than just a job - a career with purpose: We create places people are proud to call home.

Finding your next opportunity with us is now even simpler - with a refreshed look, better navigation and stories that show what life's really like at Housing Plus Group.

Explore our new page and find your next chapter with us:

https://www.housingplusgroup.co.uk/careers/

27/10/2025

Now available! 🔑

Located in the quiet rural village of Minsterley, just outside of Shrewsbury, we have a one-bedroom bungalow available. This level-access property includes a wet room.

Facilities on site, including a communal garden and activity space. Local amenities include a shop, garage and butchers plus transport links to Shrewsbury.

📞 If you’d like to find out more, please give us a call on 07485 323991.

01/10/2025

Happy International Day of Older Persons! 🎉

This year’s theme is Building Belonging: Celebrating the power of our social connections.

At The Sandford, our nursing home in Church Stretton, we are committed to promoting a strong sense of community and belonging wherever possible. Loneliness is a serious issue among older people — with around 940,000 older people in the UK experiencing it often according to recent studies. It’s something that deeply affects mental health and well-being, and it’s why we put so much heart into creating moments like our Summer Fete in August.

It was a fantastic day, bringing together residents, families, friends, colleagues, neighbours and the wider community. With lively performances from the Church Stretton Accordion Band and the Lower Deckers Sea Shanty Group, plus games, great food, and even better company — the day was full of joy, laughter and meaningful connections.

Liz Hooper, Activities Coordinator at The Sandford Nursing Home, said: “At The Sandford, over the past year, we’ve proudly opened our doors even wider to the local community — welcoming local historians, storytellers, wildlife groups, performers and even the local primary school for monthly visits. These connections mean the world to our residents and have helped build lasting relationships across generations.

“We want our residents not just to feel at home, but to truly feel part of a warm, supportive and loving community.”

29/08/2025

26/08/2025

Update - We are pleased to let you know that our phone lines are now working again.

We are anticipating higher-than-usual call volumes. If your call if not urgent, you may wish to call back at a less busy time.
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We are currently only taking emergency calls. In the event of an emergency, please contact us on 0800 048 8955 (24/7).

This is due to technical issues with our phonelines, which we are working to fix as quickly as possible. Our ‘live chat’ is also unavailable at this time.

We are sorry if you have found it difficult to contact us today. If your call is not an emergency, you can send us a private message on Facebook or visit our website to complete an online form – www.homesplus.co.uk.

22/08/2025

Just a reminder, our offices will close for the bank holiday at 4pm today and re-open on Tuesday 26 August 2025. Our usual emergency repair service will operate throughout this period. You can contact Homes Plus by calling 0800 048 8955 (24/7).

Wishing our customers a happy and safe bank holiday weekend.

20/08/2025

Just to let you know, our offices will close for the bank holiday at 4pm on Friday (22 August) and re-open on Tuesday 26 August 2025. Our usual emergency repair service will operate throughout this period. You can contact Homes Plus by calling 0800 048 8955 (24/7). Retirement living officers will be available as usual, excluding the bank holidays.

Further information about our opening hours and other contact details can be found here: https://www.care-plus.org.uk/contact-us

15/08/2025

A community breakfast club for over 55s, in a Staffordshire village, will continue to run thanks to funding from Housing Plus Group. We agreed to sponsor Eccleshall Community Lounge’s breakfast club after its funding was stopped.

Our donation will mean it can continue to serve up free healthy breakfasts including toast, pancakes, porridge, pastries and fruit, as well as hot drinks and juice 🥐.

Up to 25 residents attend the club every month, where they also take part in activities such as quizzes and bingo. It provides a date in the diary for the more socially isolated and vulnerable members of the community to look forward to each month.

The breakfast club runs on the second Friday of every month from 9.45am to 11.30am inside the parish rooms outside the Holy Trinity Church.

Fancy coming along or know someone who might benefit? Read more here 👉 https://ow.ly/YZ8V50WGu98

04/08/2025

You’re invited to The Sandford’s summer fete! ☀️

If you’re around the Church Stretton area this Saturday, come and join us between 12pm and 4pm.

It will be an afternoon of live music, outdoor games, a tombola and lots of summer fun for all ages.

There’ll be food and refreshments too, so if you’re nearby, feel free to pop in with your family or friends.

We'd love to see you there.

24/07/2025

🌟 Make a difference in your community – become a Care Plus volunteer! 🌟

We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic people to help at our retirement living communities across Stafford, South Staffordshire, and Shropshire.

Volunteer roles include:
👥 Befrienders
🌿 Gardeners
🎨 Activity Coordinators
🛒 Monthly Shoppers
🐾 Dog Walkers

You choose how much time you give and we’ll provide all the training and support you need.

Our amazing volunteers are already making a real difference. Want to join them?
📧 Email us at Engagement&Volunteering@Care-Plus.org.uk

14/07/2025

We're hiring ⭐Care and Support Workers in Cannock and Essington for our Domiciliary Care Service.

Various hours and rotas available, find out more over on our careers website here 🔗 https://careers.housingplusgroup.co.uk/Vacancies.aspx/