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Morning moves

Radio Taiso has been recently introduced to Shottermill House, our care home in Haslemere, and has been energising the whole community

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Seven truths to hold onto in dementia

Reverend Mark Wormell shares truths to offer hope and comfort

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Lifting the lid on memory boxes

Across our care homes, multi-sensory memory boxes are bringing joy and comfort to people living with dementia, as Jo, our Wellbeing and Dementia Lead at Middlefields House, Chippenham, explains

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Strong roots, new shoots

Our Chief Executive Stephen Hammersley reflects on a decade of cultivating Christian care with Pilgrims’ Friend Society and outlines a vision for more new homes to serve the UK’s ageing population, where people can be cared for in line with biblical values

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10 skills and qualities you need to be a carer

Caring has been unfairly labelled by some as a low-skilled role. Our Operations Manager Jane Trimarco highlights the skills and qualities that show it’s anything but

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A reckoning for social care

In March 2026, Baroness Casey called for a reckoning for social care. In response, Stephen Hammersley, Chief Executive of Pilgrims’ Friend Society, shared his thoughts with local BBC Radio

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Supporting carers in your church

Sarah Smith from Christian charity Embracing Age shares some ways to help support those with caring responsibilities in your church family

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Music for older people

Dr Fiona Costa explores how listening to music can lift the spirits and impact quality of life for older people

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How to approach care home visits

Debbie Thrower explores common issues that can arise in care homes and offers practical ways to navigate them…

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Discipleship that sustains

Investing in our faith now will help prepare us for any challenges that come with older age, as Alex Huggins from our partner charity Faith in Later Life explains

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A family's journey to care

Elaine shares her journey of caring for her brother David through the challenges of dementia, and how he has now found joy at Milward House

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