We've got death all wrong, say doctors
Care for the dying needs a “fundamental rethink” and we need to get better at talking about death, dying and grief, say experts.
All the latest news and updates from across our homes and schemes, plus expert views on issues facing older people.
Our older couples tell the secret of their long marriages
Ahead of Valentine's Day, Louise Morse speaks to some of our Pilgrims’ Friend Society family to record the secret of their long marriages.
Meet the Trustee... Genefer Espejo
As we recruit new Trustees to our Board, we caught up with existing Trustee Genefer Espejo to find out more about why it’s such a rewarding way to serve
Meet the Business Manager... Vanessa at Milward House
Vanessa Nicholls has recently joined our home in Tunbridge Wells in the role of Business Manager. We found out about the path that has led her here
Battling the January gloom
Christmas with its sparkle is behind us. The decorations are down and so are our spirits. But we don’t have to give in to winter depression - there are ways of lifting our spirits.
A teaspoon of mustard makes the cholesterol and blood sugar levels go down
Diabetes UK has warned that 13.6 million people are at increased risk of type 2 diabetes in the UK. Now a new study by Dr Ruth Fairchild of Cardiff Metropolitan University found that in pre-diabetic patients, a heaped teaspoon of wholegrain mustard ingested each evening before bed can help reduce blood glucose and/or cholesterol levels.
Tribunal says Christians wearing a cross are being open about their faith
A Tribunal found that a nurse who was sacked for wearing a cross necklace had been dismissed ‘without reasonable and proper cause’ and that the dismissal was unfair and discriminatory
A Christmas Message from our Chief Executive Stephen Hammersley
Despite all the uncertainty around us, Jesus brings the promise of real hope this Christmas
Meet the polar bear... Osy
Osy, who lives at Pilgrim Gardens, appeared in our carol singing video wearing a polar bear costume. We found out more about the man behind the furry mask
Visiting guidance - update
According to the latest Government guidance, those living in care homes are now limited to three named visitors plus one essential care giver
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