Buddy, a 10-week-old border collie, is becoming a familiar face among our residents and staff at Orchard House Neurological Rehabilitation centre, in Oxfordshire. Visiting five days a week with his owner Alex, who is the Registered Manager of the centre, he is the first dog to attend the rehabilitation centre and is undergoing training to…
Ever thought of a career in care? Not sure what it would involve? Read this insightful interview with one of our Care Assistants to find out more.
Our Orchard House service, based in Oxfordshire, has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Opened in 2014, Orchard House provides specialist community-based transitional rehabilitation in the village of Harwell with accommodation for 9 residents. Inspectors praised the service for its exceptional care, its strong, values-led leadership and their person-centered approach displayed…
We are proud to announce that Christchurch Group is a finalist at the high-profile Health Investor Awards 2019. At last year’s Health Investor Awards, we won the ‘Complex Care Provider of the Year’ category, showcasing our excellence within care that is focused on patients with multiple needs or who have profound, severe or intense…
Andy from Hunters Moor is a huge Leicester City fan. He attended a Match against Cardiff at Leicester’s home ground on 12th January 2019. He was assisted by Gavin Dale our driver and a Rehabilitation Assistant to enjoy this trip. A massive thank you to everyone who helped make this happen, Andy hasn’t been to…
Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia have problems swallowing certain foods or liquids, while others can’t swallow at all (NHS). Following an acquired brain injury or as a symptom of a progressive neurological condition, people can present with swallowing difficulties and may require their foods and fluids to be…
Christmas is a time for forgetting one’s self and finding times for others. At this time of year, we are buying presents, putting up bright lights and enjoying family gatherings. For those who have an acquired brain injury, this time of year can be difficult returning home to their loved ones, due to various factors…
Our specialist units in Northampton have completed their Gold Standards Framework (GSF) for their end of life care. Christchurch View and Loyd House were awarded the Quality Hallmark certificate by GSF for demonstrating excellence in care standards and showcasing evidence based best practice in end of life care. The certification process includes assessment against 20…
We are delighted to announce that we have strengthened our leadership team with two senior appointments. Denise Masters, who will be responsible for the welfare of patients at Hunters Moor in Birmingham and Matt Street, who will oversee Park House in Bedford both have a combined experience of 60 years in the healthcare sector. Qualifying…