Forest Care - News, Events & Articles
We were proud to sponsor this year’s Dash of Colour in support of Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, joining hundreds of participants for a day filled with colour, community spirit and fundraising. The event brought together people from across the local area to have fun, get active and raise money for a fantastic cause. We’re thrilled that […] Read more...
Forest Care's Summer 2026 Newsletter highlights a season of celebration, creativity and community across our homes. From birds of prey, beekeeping and cultural celebrations to summer fetes, intergenerational activities and fundraising events, residents enjoyed a wide range of memorable experiences. This edition also shines a spotlight on resident Joyce Bailey and Rowan Lodge Head of Care Lewis Munyama, whose inspiring stories reflect the warmth and spirit of our community. Read more...
Forest Care’s Spring 2026 newsletter highlights a lively season of animal visits, baking, cultural celebrations, wellbeing activities and special days, alongside flight simulators, music, museum trips and community connections. We celebrated NAPP Week, spotlighted Dolly Smith and Chef Ola, shared Elm Lodge’s Luxury Care Home recognition, congratulated Lewis Munyama’s promotion, and thanked Zara for raising £1,000 for the Alzheimer’s Society. Read more...
Forest Care has installed Silver Shield, an AI-powered fall detection, prevention, and health monitoring system, across all homes for those residents assessed as being at the highest risk from falls. Silver Shield provides real‑time fall alerts, 24/7 heart and respiratory monitoring, wellness insights, mobility notifications, accurate room tracking, cloud‑based reporting, seamless system integration, and privacy‑first technology without cameras or wearables. Read more...
Forest Care's Winter 2025-26 Newsletter Highlights: Oak Lodge enjoyed ZooLab animal encounters and RAF stories, while Rowan Lodge hosted themed teas, a Wicked performance and a mayoral coffee morning. Elm Lodge residents reflected during a Remembrance tribute, and Holly Lodge welcomed penguins. Resident Millie Harris and Senior Carer Maria Larkin were spotlighted, and Cedar Lodge won Care Home of the Year, with multiple Surrey Care Awards finalists. Read more...
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...
