Louth Woman Joyce Pridgeon Celebrates 100th Birthday
Joyce Pridgeon marked her 100th birthday at Louth Manor care home with a party, buffet, and cake. Born in 1926, she shared her secret to a long life: be determined and love family.
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Birmingham Care Home Raises £710 for Cancer Research UK
Staff from Priestley Rose Care Home in Erdington raised £710 for Cancer Research UK by completing the Pretty Muddy 5K obstacle course, with team spirit praised by management.
Reeves Plans £193 State Pension Deduction in DWP Tax Change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves proposes deducting income tax from state pension before payment, potentially cutting monthly payouts by £193 for full new state pension recipients.
Care for Veterans Summer Fayre in Worthing July 4
Care for Veterans in Worthing hosts a summer fayre on July 4 with music, games, stalls, and special guests to support disabled veterans and their families.
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From NEET to Care Worker of the Year: Lacey's Story
Lacey, 18, joined Hales Homecare and won Frontline Care and Support Worker of the Year at the 2026 Hales Group Awards, now encourages young people to consider a career in care.
Oakwood Care Group Expands Welsh Portfolio with Acquisition
Oakwood Care Group has acquired Forest Gate Healthcare, adding three care homes and 105 beds in Wales, expanding its workforce to 200 and strengthening its care provision across multiple communities.
Solihull children's care home gets green light
Solihull Council approves children's care home in Buryfield Road after being reminded of a lost planning appeal, despite 58 objections from residents and local politicians.
Amazon Deal: PECUTE Dog Cooling Mat at £19.99
Amazon slashes PECUTE dog cooling mat to £19.99, saving 33%. The pressure-activated pad provides instant cooling without electricity, ideal for hot summer days.
Care Home Deputy Raises £1,701 for Hospice with Trek and Bake Sales
Lynnette Sellers, deputy manager at Boroughbridge Manor Care Home, raised £1,701 for St Leonard's Hospice by completing a 12-mile trek and organizing two bake sales in memory of her father.
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Histon Care Home Opens Garden to Community
Residents at Bramley Court Care Home in Histon welcomed visitors as part of the 10th Open Gardens event, showcasing their beautifully shaped garden and raising funds for local charities.
Care Home Manager Avoids Jail After Wheelchair Drownings
Janice Sowden, 60, pleaded guilty to failing to provide safe care after two wheelchair users drowned when a wheelyboat capsized at Roadford Lake in June 2022. She was fined £4,090.
Care Home Manager Avoids Jail After Wheelchair Users Drown
A care home manager escaped jail after two wheelchair users drowned when a boat capsized at Roadford Lake, Devon. She admitted failing to provide safe care.
Birmingham dad loses 9 stone after quitting Mounjaro
Michael McMillan, 58, lost 9 stone after ditching Mounjaro and joining Slimming World following a stroke. He now plans a skydive and will lead his own group.
Rochdale Centenarian Dances on TikTok for Sri Lanka Children
Catherine, 100, of Half Acre House Care Home in Rochdale, dances on TikTok to raise funds for children in Sri Lanka, inspiring thousands with her joy and passion.
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Ashtead Agency Celebrates 100th Birthday of Codebreaker
A care agency in Ashtead celebrated the 100th birthday of Miriam, a former Bletchley Park codebreaker who served during WWII and is on the Roll of Honour.
Birmingham Adult Social Care Retains 'Good' CQC Rating
Birmingham City Council's adult social care services have been rated 'good' by the CQC for the second time, but officials acknowledge delays and service gaps remain.
Birmingham Adult Social Care Praised Despite Delays
Birmingham's adult social care services rated 'good' by CQC for second time, but delays and safeguarding concerns remain areas for improvement.
Dudley Council Ignoring Brain Injury Charity Expansion Pleas
Headway Black Country, a brain injury charity in Dudley, claims the council has ignored its requests to expand onto adjacent land blighted by antisocial behaviour, hindering services.
93-Year-Old Volunteer Returns to Former Mental Health Ward
Vincent Tracey, 93, volunteers on the same mental health ward where he was treated, offering companionship to older adults with delirium and inspiring hope through his lived experience.
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Mum with 20 Personalities: They All Help Raise Her Baby
Teddy Toff, 29, from Staffordshire, has dissociative identity disorder with 20 distinct personalities who work as a team to care for her baby son, born in February.
Wolverhampton Dad, 38, Learns to Walk Again After Stroke
Jamie Baker, 38, from Wolverhampton, suffered a catastrophic stroke in December 2025, leaving him paralyzed. He now faces a grueling recovery, learning to walk again for the second time.
Shropshire Mum Warns After Toddler Poisoned by Common Plant
A Shropshire mother issues a warning after her one-year-old daughter was poisoned by a rhododendron plant while at Attingham Park, requiring hospital treatment.
Michael Mosley's Family Share Bittersweet News Two Years On
Two years after TV doctor Michael Mosley's tragic death on Symi, his family reveals bittersweet news of becoming grandparents and honors his legacy with a charity giveaway.
MHF Expands Muscle Dream Eligibility to Age 35
The Muscle Help Foundation raises the upper age limit from 28 to 35, enabling more adults with Muscular Dystrophy to access fully funded, transformative experiences.
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100th Birthday Celebrated at Westbury-on-Trym Care Home
Dorothy Cutts celebrated her 100th birthday at Trymview Hall care home in Westbury-on-Trym, sharing her secret to a long life: a happy family.
Wrexham Care Worker Meets King Charles at Palace
Helen Briscoe, a 59-year-old care worker from Wrexham, described meeting King Charles at Buckingham Palace as 'the stuff of dreams' after years of community service.
Parents Warned to Stop Using Baby Sleep Aid
Parents in Birmingham are warned to stop using a popular baby sleep aid immediately due to suffocation risks for infants under 12 months.
Salt, Lemon Juice, and Vinegar: Natural Laundry Boosters
A laundry expert recommends using salt, lemon juice, and vinegar to whiten clothes naturally, saving money on expensive chemicals.
John McGinn's Surprise Hospice Visit After Grandfather's Death
Aston Villa skipper John McGinn made a surprise visit to St Margaret of Scotland Hospice in Clydebank, spending time with a patient and staff, following his grandfather's passing.
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Dudley Council to Pay £18k for Mouldy Home Repairs
Dudley Council must pay nearly £18,000 to fix damp and mould in a home built just nine years ago, despite receiving £62,651 from a warranty claim.
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