1 Oak Home Care

13/11/2025

From Friday and into next week, some NHS services will be affected due to strike action. Please continue to come forward for NHS care.

If you need urgent medical help, use 111, and if it is a serious or life-threatening emergency, please call 999.

13/11/2025

The month of November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer. More than 43,000 people are diagnosed with the condition every year in the UK.
There are usually no signs or symptoms in the early stages of lung cancer, but many people with the condition eventually develop symptoms including:
• a persistent cough
• coughing up blood
• persistent breathlessness
• unexplained tiredness and weight loss
• an ache or pain when breathing or coughing
You should see a GP if you have these symptoms.
Early detection of Lung Cancer can greatly improve the effectiveness of treatment.

For more information about the signs and symptoms of lung cancer, search for Lung cancer - NHS.

13/11/2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Truly transformative
(Amazon review, August 2024)

'A truly transformative book when it comes to dementia care. This has been so useful in terms of re-framing my approach, and my perceptions of how to care for my gramps with dementia.'

Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bUvvU5
Waterstones: https://bit.ly/3SkfH66

13/11/2025

Today is World Kindness Day – a wonderful reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can make the biggest difference 💜💚

At 1 Oak Home Care, kindness is at the heart of everything we do – whether it’s a smile, a listening ear, a helping hand, or simply taking the time to brighten someone’s day.

Every day, our carers show what true kindness looks like through compassion, patience, and genuine care for others. Today, we celebrate them – and encourage everyone to pass a little kindness on, wherever you can.

Let’s make the world (and our community) a little brighter, one kind act at a time 🌈✨

13/11/2025

Today we received this lovely message from one of our clients, along with a photo taken with our fantastic Ashish 🌞💛

“It was great to have the opportunity of time together with Ashish today. We had some food here at home and then we popped into the Dedham Boatyard Eatery for a drink and a small biscuit. The sun was shining and I felt proud to introduce Ashish to the people sitting on the next table to enable me to get out. Photo with his permission. He takes very good care of me.”

Moments like this truly highlight what 1 Oak Home Care is all about – supporting independence, confidence, and joy in everyday life 🌿✨

Thank you Ashish for the wonderful care you provide, and for helping create days like this 💚

11/11/2025

🔔 Important Medication Recall Notice 🔔

At 1 Oak Home Care, your health and safety are our top priority. We’re issuing an alert regarding the recall of certain batches of Atorvastatin film-coated tablets by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited.

This recall affects 20 mg and 80 mg strengths due to the tablets not dissolving as intended.

What this means for you:
• If you or someone you care for is taking Atorvastatin, check the batch number with your pharmacist or GP.
• Do not stop taking your medication unless advised by a healthcare professional—continuing treatment is important.
• If the affected batch is in use, your pharmacist or GP will arrange a safe replacement or alternative.
• If you have any questions or concerns, including about side effects, speak to your prescribing clinician or pharmacist.

Our care teams are aware of this recall and will assist clients and relatives to liaise with pharmacies or GPs as needed.

If you would like us to check this on your behalf, please contact the office directly.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Together, we’ll ensure everyone stays safe and well.

1 Oak Home Care

09/11/2025

Have your say! 🗣️💬

SNEE West Suffolk are asking for honest feedback about your local GP practice — and we think it’s so important that everyone takes a few minutes to share their views.

Your feedback helps shape the future of local health services and ensures that the care in our community continues to improve for everyone. 🌿

Whether your experience has been positive or there are things that could be better, your voice really does make a difference.

Click the link below to take part and help shape the future of local healthcare 👇

We’ve launched a survey which asks about your experience of Advice and Guidance that you have received from your GP.

Tell us about helpful positive experiences, and we would also like to hear about the less helpful things that you may have experienced.

https://ow.ly/vV0O50XiSpG

09/11/2025

🌺 Remembrance Sunday 🌺

Today, we take time to pause and remember all those who gave so much for the lives we live today.

Across social care homes and services, they will be coming together to share memories, stories, and quiet moments of reflection.

We honour not only the brave men and women who served, but also the families and loved ones who carried on with strength and hope.

At 11am, we’ll join together for a two-minute silence to say, from our hearts — thank you.
We will remember them. ❤️

09/11/2025

Today we pause to remember ❤️🖤

Remembrance Sunday is a time for reflection, gratitude and unity, to honour all those who gave their tomorrow for our today.

At 1 Oak Home Care, we join the nation in paying tribute to the brave men and women who have served, sacrificed and continue to serve to protect our freedom.

Many of the wonderful people we support hold their own memories of wartime, stories of courage, resilience and love that continue to inspire us every day.

At 11 am, we’ll join together in a moment of silence to remember them all.

We will remember them. ❤️🌹🇬🇧

08/11/2025

Earlier this week our lovely Jill enjoyed a visit from carers Raj and Shreenika!💚

Jill hasn’t been with us for very long, but she’s already built some wonderful relationships with our team — full of laughter, trust, and warmth. It’s always so special to see new friendships blossom so naturally 💜✨

05/11/2025

Out on a technical support mission today — our brilliant Team Leader James has been helping our lovely May!

May never misses a chance to send a big smiley photo over to our Registered Manager, Rhiannon — and Rhiannon absolutely loved receiving them today!

At 1 Oak Home Care, we pride ourselves on delivering truly holistic care — supporting not just daily living, but all the little things that make life easier (and happier!).

And while “Tech Support” might not be James’ official job title, he’s always happy to lend a hand where he can 💻💙