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Heanor Park Care Home is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest and most exciting addition — The Parkside Pints, an outdoor pub space designed for residents and their loved ones to relax, socialise, and enjoy time together in a warm and welcoming setting. Set within the home’s grounds, The Parkside Pints offers a

Valley Lodge Care Home has introduced a dedicated ‘Cuddle Bedroom’. This provides families and significant others with the opportunity to remain close to their loved ones during the final stages of life. The newly opened room offers a comforting and cosy space equipped with a cuddle bed. This is a specially designed, bed that allows

Bike Night at Codnor Park and The Firs made an unforgettable debut last Friday night, as residents, families, local bikers, and staff came together for an evening of engines, excitement, and incredible community spirit. From the moment the bikes began to roll in, there was a real buzz. Guests enjoyed the sunshine, admired a stunning

Valley Lodge Care Home is celebrating a blooming success as its beautifully transformed gardens have secured a place in the finals of the prestigious Darley Dale in Bloom competition. The garden project has been a true labour of love over the past 18 months, with residents, staff, and volunteers all playing a key role in

Across the UK, D/deaf individuals in need of care are facing a critical shortfall in appropriate services, with many being placed in care homes where British Sign Language (BSL) is not used or understood. This ongoing issue highlights a major gap in the country’s care infrastructure — one that leaves D/deaf people underserved, excluded, and

esterday Tom celebrated his 100th birthday in unforgettable style. Tom is the first of three residents at the Heanor Park set to reach the centenarian milestone within the next two weeks, but he was also honoured with a heartfelt tribute recognising his lifetime of service. Tom, who proudly served in both the Royal Navy and

In recognition of their remarkable 75 years of marriage, Jack and Jackie recently received a heartfelt card from the King and Queen, honouring their enduring love story. Their journey began when Jack, visiting a friend at the hospital where Jackie worked as a nurse, knew instantly that she was the one for him and thought

Ashmere Derbyshire is proud to announce its sponsorship of a vibrant event taking place this summer at the historic Elvaston Castle, aimed at celebrating and supporting local creators and small businesses across Derbyshire.  Ashmere will be sponsoring three of the weekend events organised by ‘Derby Uncovered’ set for July, August, and September, each offering a

At Ashmere Derbyshire, we are thrilled to continue our sponsorship of the inspirational True Heroes Racing team – a group that truly embodies courage, determination, and the spirit of community. Supporting this incredible superbike team is not just a sponsorship for us; it’s a partnership rooted in shared values of passion, inclusivity, and the power

Polly and Sue’s Story – Our mum’s health had been declining, and for the last five years she lived at home before moving into Codnor Park, she received assistance from caregivers. With time she began experiencing distressing hallucinations that became overwhelming, as these worsened, she became frightened and very unwell. Despite receiving care at the

Colin, a cherished resident at Smalley Hall Care Home had his dream come true as he had the opportunity to see the legendary ‘Elvis Presley’ perform live. The activities team at Smalley Hall successfully secured tickets to the event, and to make the night even better they added the hospitality package on that included a

Heanor Park Care Home, located in Derbyshire, has been honoured with the prestigious Dementia Premium Award by Derbyshire County Council. This recognition is in appreciation of their exceptional performance and delivery of Dementia Care, adhering to the 15 Dementia Care Standards. Keeley Morris, Registered Home Manager, expressed her gratitude for the award by stating, “Providing

Local Hero, Jessie Clarke Awarded British Empire Medal for Cancer Research UK Contributions Heanor born, Jessie Clarke, 99 years old, has been honoured with a British Empire Medal for her remarkable contributions to the important work of Cancer Research UK. In a heart-warming display of unwavering dedication to the cause of cancer research, Jessie Clarke

The Firs Care Home with Nursing in Derbyshire has once again been recognised for its exceptional end-of-life care practices, having been awarded the prestigious ‘Derbyshire End Of Life Quality Award’ for the sixth consecutive time. This recognition highlights the facility’s unwavering dedication to providing compassionate support to residents and their loved ones during their final

Sheila, a beloved resident at West Hallam Care Home, had her dream come true with a surprise trip to Blackpool Ballroom, where she had met her late husband many years ago. Sheila’s love story began when she decided to learn to dance, and her late husband happened to be a dance teacher. They shared a

24/01/24 Investors in People is delighted to award Ashmere Derbyshire, an excellent Derbyshire-based care home group, We invest in people, silver accreditation. It means that the right principles are in place but more than that, it means people and leaders are making active efforts to make sure that there’s real consistency and everyone in the

Yesterday, residents and staff at King William Care Home came together to celebrate the momentous occasion of Joyce’s 90th birthday and had the privilege of The Salvation Army coming to play at the event. Joyce’s connection to the Salvation Army runs deep. Her parents were dedicated officers in the organisation, and as a young girl, she

Jill, a resident of King William Care Home, recently shared her excitement about wanting to go on a trip to the cinema. She had a McDonald’s meal on the way, making the experience even more special. The Odeon staff went above and beyond, providing Jill with an unforgettable experience. The ODEON  team were extremely generous giving

Mary Victoria Hollingsworth, a cherished resident of Valley Lodge Care Home celebrated the remarkable milestone of turning 100 years old with a royal tea party organised by the Valley Lodge team and Mary’s family. Mary received 162 cards from family, friends, children & the general public. This definitely helped to make the celebration extra special!

In February 2023, at the age of 94 my mum was diagnosed with bowel cancer. Before my mum went into care, we were struggling. Mum was very brave, and she did try to manage living at home, and as a family, we had put everything in place to try and keep her at home for

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, at our spectacular Ashmere Christmas multi-home event took place yesterday, leaving both residents and staff filled with joy and holiday cheer. The Christmas event had performances from live acts, a visit from a mini zoo, and the much-anticipated arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Claus. The event, which took place

David Poxton, the Managing Director of Ashmere, has won the East Midlands Care Employer Award.  This award means so much to us as it celebrates our commitment to care and our ability to deliver an excellent service. The award is given to employers that are able to demonstrate considerable acumen and entrepreneurial flair whilst at the

At Ashmere Derbyshire, we understand the significance of community and the adverse effects of loneliness on an individual’s well-being. That’s why we frequently organize community events to foster connection among local residents. This Christmas, we extend a heartfelt invitation to those spending the day alone to join us for a joyous Christmas Day lunch at

What an enchanting evening it was! We were delighted to have our residents and staff from Valley Lodge take part in the Matlock Christmas Parade! It brought us great joy to be able to sponsor such a festive and heartwarming event! By loading the video, you agree to YouTube’s privacy policy.Learn more Load video Always

June Keys, a resident at The Firs care home in Codnor, had her final wish come true by attending a Derby County match at the weekend in an executive box organised by Ashmere Derbyshire.

Heanor Park, Ashmere Derbyshire’s bra­­nd new, 60 bed care home was officially opened by the Mayor of Amber Valley last week.

Toddlers and babies took a trip to King William care home in Ripley, for a lovely morning of intergenerational play.

Staff are our greatest asset here at Ashmere and we are so proud that we have been recognised with an accreditation for We Invest in People.

Heanor Park, Ashmere Derbyshire’s brand new, purpose-built care home has now officially opened its door to the first handful of residents.

Residents from seven of ashmere derbyshire’s care homes have been busy making christmas cakes over the last few weeks which were all entered into a competition and judged by head office staff.

Thursday 8th November saw over 400 of the very best in social care attended a glittering awards ceremony at East Midlands Conference Centre for the finals of the Great East Midlands Care Awards, where the category winners were announced.

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