Abbeyfield News

An Abbeyfield-sponsored All-Party Parliamentary Group report into the regeneration of outdated sheltered housing stock was launched on Tuesday, 23 July 2024 at an event hosted by the House of Lords.

The Abbeyfield Society is delighted to announce that His Majesty King Charles III will continue his Patronage of the charity. The decision follows a comprehensive review of more than 1,000 Royal Patronages conducted by the Royal Household after the King’s Accession in September 2022.

Abbeyfield is joining other National Care Forum members to Speak Up for Care because we believe that social care needs to be the top priority at the General Election on 4th July 2024.

Marjorie Fagg, an 89-year-old ex-committee member turned resident at Speedwell Court dementia-friendly care home in Southampton, shares her journey to living with Abbeyfield.

Depression and anxiety can affect people of all ages, but there are certain factors that may contribute to their increased prevalence in older people. We share seven tips to improve wellbeing in later life.

Speedwell Court, dementia-friendly care home, hosted a Dementia Awareness Day on Friday 17th May, welcoming those caring for, supporting and working with people living with the condition.

Ageing is not just a process of the clock; it is a journey of self-exploration and development. .In this blog we explore the positive aspects of ageing, including emotional growth and personal development.

Hilary Inglis, 84-year-old resident of Lee House, a residential care home in Wimbledon, shares her journey of finding a fulfilling retirement with Abbeyfield.

We always like to hear about how our houses are reaching out to help older people in their local area, as well as their own residents. We were invited to Speedwell Court care home, in Southampton, to hear about their community-focused projects.