Strong Life Care

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

Out of this world at Hesslewood House 🌍✨

To celebrate Earth Day 2026, some of our Hesslewood House residents enjoyed a fantastic trip to Planetarium Go Hull — and what an experience it was!

They watched a brilliant 30-minute film, From Earth to the Universe, inside the dome, which made it feel like they were travelling through the stars. It was fascinating, a little bit magical, and definitely something different — everyone loved it!

Of course, no trip would be complete without a stop at Costa for a coffee and a slice of cake ☕🍰

Back at the home, the fun continued with some Earth-inspired crafts, where residents created their own little planets and mini worlds — a lovely way to round off the day.

A big thank you to Bronwyn (Activities) and Tammy (Reception) for supporting the trip, along with residents Rueben, Josephine, Barbara and Lynn who all had a great time.

Trips like this are a big part of life at Hesslewood House Care Home in Hessle, especially in the spring and summer — and we don’t have to ask twice! There’s usually a queue ready and waiting when the minibus arrives 🚐😊

23/04/2026

At Strong Life Care, we’re continuing to invest in our teams across all of our homes, with inductions and refresher training taking place in key areas of social care.

At Cooper House Care Home in Wibsey, the team has recently taken part, with Home Manager Vicky describing the sessions delivered by Lizzie as both valuable and refreshing. It’s been a great opportunity for colleagues to build confidence, refresh their knowledge, and reconnect with the values that underpin the care they provide every day.

We know that a strong induction is about so much more than just learning the role. It helps new team members feel welcomed, supported, and part of the team from the very beginning – something that plays a vital role in staff retention and overall wellbeing.

Ongoing training across Strong Life Care reflects our commitment to investing in our people. By supporting continuous learning, we ensure our teams feel valued, confident, and aligned with the standards and values that define the care we deliver.

17/04/2026

Celebrating World Art Day at Hesslewood House 🎨💙

Residents from Hesslewood House Care Home enjoyed a wonderful trip to Ferens Art Gallery in Hull to mark World Art Day — a lovely opportunity to get out, explore and experience something different together.

Jean, Lynn, Josephine and Audrey spent the morning taking in a range of artwork and sculptures from both local and international artists, sparking conversation, memories and plenty of interest along the way.

Of course, no outing would be complete without a stop at the café for a well-earned cuppa ☕

Days out like this are about more than just a change of scenery. They support wellbeing, encourage social connection and give residents meaningful experiences to enjoy and reflect on together.

A lovely morning out — and a great reminder of the importance of staying connected to the world beyond our homes.

15/04/2026

Taking the leap for a cause that matters 💙🪂

At Thornhill House Care Home in Darfield, three incredible members of the team — Tyler, Sheridan and Libby — are quite literally going above and beyond to support Barnsley Hospice.

With hospices across England facing increasing financial pressures, the need for community support has never been greater. Barnsley Hospice provides vital, compassionate care to people and families at the most difficult times — and it’s a service that means so much to so many.

So, what did the Thornhill House team decide to do?
They’re taking to the skies… and completing a skydive to raise funds 🚀

Already, they’ve reached over half of their fundraising target, and the response so far has been incredible. The generosity shown by colleagues, families and the wider community has been nothing short of heart-warming.

This is what social care is all about — not just supporting those within our homes, but standing alongside our communities when it matters most.

If you’d like to support Tyler, Sheridan and Libby (and cheer them on from solid ground!), please follow the link below and donate if you can.

Every contribution makes a difference 💙

Click here to donate: Christian Mason is fundraising for Barnsley Hospice

Help Christian Mason raise money to support Barnsley Hospice

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07/04/2026

💙 Celebrating our people at Strong Life Care 💙

Last week, we were delighted to celebrate the first anniversaries of two fantastic members of our senior team — Dorota Piechowiak and Andrew Littlewood.

In just 12 months, both have made a real difference across the group.

Dorota, our Regional Manager for the North, has brought a wealth of clinical knowledge and strong leadership to our homes — supporting teams, helping new services settle in, and making sure our standards remain high and consistent.

Andrew, our CFO, has worked hard behind the scenes to strengthen the business, putting the right systems and structure in place to support our continued growth.

While their roles are very different, they share the same approach — commitment, professionalism, and a genuine belief in what we’re building together.

Strong leadership doesn’t just support a business — it supports our teams, and in turn, improves the care we provide every single day.

A big thank you to you both for everything you’ve done so far 💙

06/04/2026

💙 Investing in our people, caring for our residents 💙

Last week, our new Group Trainer, Lizzie Barnett, delivered a fantastic Health & Safety and First Aid session for our teams.

It was hands-on, practical and engaging — covering everything from CPR to choking response, helping our staff feel confident and prepared in those moments that really matter.

Behind every safe and caring home is a team that’s supported, trained and valued. That’s something we’re incredibly proud of across Strong Life Care.

While our teams are there 24/7 for our residents, we make sure we’re there for them too — giving them the skills, confidence and support they need to do their roles well.

Because great care doesn’t happen by chance… it comes from great people. 💙