Forest Care - News, Events & Articles
Care home funding is financial support that helps cover care home costs, which may come from personal savings, local authorities, or the NHS. The process can be complex, and many families find it overwhelming. Forest Care provides a simple breakdown of key funding options and offers guidance to help families understand care home funding and navigate this challenging journey. Read more...
Our Frimley homes celebrate success at the Surrey Care Awards 2025 with Cedar Lodge proudly named 'Care Home of the Year'! These prestigious awards shine a spotlight on compassion, professionalism, and the incredible impact of outstanding care, and we couldn’t be prouder of our team’s achievement. Read more...
A huge congratulations to Oak Lodge, who were proudly named ‘Residential Home of the Year’, and to our incredible volunteer Karen Pearn, who won the ‘Care Volunteer Hero’ award at the Hampshire Care Awards 2025! These prestigious awards celebrate compassion, professionalism, and the power of great care and we’re thrilled to see such well-deserved recognition. Read more...
Forest Care's Autumn 2025 Newsletter Highlights: Holly Lodge hosted a Hawaiian fete raising £1,040. Rowan Lodge enjoyed classic cars and village celebrations. Cedar Lodge held a fun Crufts show. Resident Valerie featured in a portrait campaign, and staff Zara shared her videography passion. Big wins: Oak Lodge crowned Residential Home of the Year, volunteer Karen Pearn celebrated, and Lisa Lovell named finalist for Support Superhero. Read more...
We partnered with care finder Lottie and artist Pie Herring for A Life Full of Colour, a campaign celebrating care home residents through hand-painted portraits. Each painting honours their unique life stories and offers families a meaningful keepsake, while encouraging deeper intergenerational connection. Read more...
Forest Care's Summer 2025 Newsletter Highlights: We celebrated VE Day’s 80th anniversary with music, street parties, and cream teas. Staff and families raised £1,400 for Parkinson’s UK in the Inflatable 5K Challenge. Residents enjoyed classic cars, creative Memory Box sessions, and Nurses Day tributes. Plus, meet Janet Miller - our inspiring Resident Spotlight! Read more...
