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Skydive

A 10,000ft Skydive Completed for Everwood Care Charity

Our Deputy Manager at Heartland Manor, Rachel Lewis, bravely jumped 10,000ft out of an aeroplane on Friday, the 24th of October 2025, to help us raise money for our cause at Everwood Care charity: Improving the lives of residents. The care teams at both homes run by Everwood Care (Heartland Manor and Little Haven) are…

Respite care homes with permanent options for residents should have welcoming dining like this room with tables and chairs and bunting.

Flexible Respite Care: How Short Stays Support Families and Carers

Caring for a loved one, especially over a long period, can be one of life’s most meaningful roles. But it’s also one of the most demanding. Whether you’re supporting an elderly parent, a partner with health needs, or a relative recovering from illness, the weight of responsibility can take its toll. That’s where flexible respite…

Grounds

Moving into Residential Care: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Change is expected in life; after all, nothing ever stays the same. But simply knowing that doesn’t make it any less daunting. It’s the uncertainty that makes change unsettling, but preparation can help ease those feelings.  While it’s not possible to know for sure what will come of change, preparing can alleviate anxiety.  Preparing for Residential Care  Residential care provides full-time accommodation and personal care…

Holding hands

Flexible Respite Care: How Short Stays Support Families and Carers

Caring for a loved one especially over a long period can be one of life’s most meaningful roles. But it’s also one of the most demanding. Whether you’re supporting an elderly parent, a partner with health needs, or a relative recovering from illness, the weight of responsibility can take its toll. That’s where flexible respite care can make a real difference.  Sometimes, all carers and families need is a…

Pink flowers sit in the garden at Heartland Manor where residents can sit out in the fresh air and enjoy nature.

Moving into Residential Care: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Change is expected in life; after all, nothing ever stays the same. But simply knowing that doesn’t make it any less daunting. It’s the uncertainty that makes change unsettling, but preparation can help ease those feelings. While it’s not possible to know for sure what will come of change, preparing can alleviate anxiety. Preparing for…