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Tanya Woodley, Kitchen Assistant at MHA Brookfield

Residents at MHA Glen Rosa can go on tour of the UK from the comfort of a seat thanks to new train experience

Staff member at MHA Belvedere Manor creates memory bears for family members to remember deceased residents

30 under 30: Meet domestic assistant Fae Denholm relishing her first role at MHA Westbury Grange (6/30)

In care homes, many crucial roles quietly keep the wheels turning to ensure residents receive the best possible care and comfort. At MHA, these vital positions are celebrated as part of an ongoing effort to showcase the diverse opportunities within social care.

One such role is that of the kitchen assistant—a position that often goes underappreciated but is essential in supporting the day-to-day lives of residents. Tanya Woodley, who has been a kitchen assistant at MHA Brookfield for seven years, recently shared her experience working in this key role.

Tanya started at the home while studying at college, initially on a flexible contract. Over time, she moved to part-time before transitioning to full-time work. Now 28, she is one of the staff members featured in MHA’s “30 under 30” initiative, which aims to celebrate young employees and encourage others to consider a rewarding career in social care.

30 under 30: Meet Tanya Woodley, kitchen assistant at MHA Brookfield whipping up delicious and nutritious meals for residents (4/30)

Doreen (C) with her family on the day of her birthday

Resident at MHA Hartcliffe who enjoys “brandy and Guinness” celebrates 100th birthday

Ryan Bull joined MHA Glen Rosa in August 2024

30 under 30 : Meet Ryan Bull, deputy home manager at MHA Glen Rosa juggling two roles less than a year since joining home (7/30)

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Bringing our values to life: a new look at working for MHA

Pam Taylor during her trip to Granny’s Bay

Trip down memory lane for resident at MHA Starr Hills thanks to Seize the Day initiative

Alan and Carol Cole have been married since 1965

Resident at MHA Lauriston celebrates diamond wedding anniversary

The staff members from AstraZeneca

Staff members from AstraZeneca spend time at MHA Handsworth as part of giving back to community

Debbie, Bruce and Judy all celebrated their long services

Combined service of 55 years as three colleagues at MHA Weston and Queensway House are recognised for their longevity 

Andrea Walker (L) with home manager Caroline Griffiths

“Love working here, it’s like one big happy family” says administration manager at MHA Waterside House who marks 10-year service

Senior care assistant Ellie Greenback (L) sat with resident Eric Clarke in the carriage

An example of a memory bear

Staff member at MHA Belvedere Manor creates memory bears for family members to remember deceased residents 

A resident with a frame and a care assistant walk down the corridor together. 

The 10 year health plan – fit for the future of adult social care? 

Fae Denholm started working at MHA Westbury Grange in October 2024

Staff at the home with their certificates

 Plenty of celebrations at MHA Gledhow as staff members are recognised for their efforts in further development 

The garden at MHA Westbury Grange

MHA Westbury Grange calls on community support to help renovate garden

Marjorie Giddins celebrated her 105th birthday

Resident at MHA Moorland House marks 105th birthday with intimate party

Andy Vernon started working at the home in 2005

“Quality of life so much better than hospitality” says catering manager at MHA Waterside House who marks 20-year service

Betty Darracott (L) celebrated her 100th birthday with close family

Birthday celebrations at MHA Stratton House as resident turns 100

MHA Ryelands has staff members from at least 25 different countries working at the home

MHA Ryelands celebrates culture day with staff members from at least 25 countries 

Charlotte Lay is aspiring to become a nurse

30 under 30: Meet Charlotte Lay, senior care assistant at MHA Lauriston aiming to follow in father's footsteps of becoming a nurse (5/30)

Lesley McNeil (R) during the presentation with Dan Ryan

Head office colleague for nation's largest charitable care provider marks 30 years’ service 

Chris Webb (R) with colleagues during his long service celebrations

“Staff joke and say they will see me here as resident” says hospitality manager at MHA Hartcliffe who marks 25 years’ service 

Jean Foulstone outside Croppers, where her sister used to run a haberdashery

Resident at MHA Mapplewell Manor  goes back to high street she ran business on as part of Seize the Day experience.

Nora Gee spent some time looking through old logbooks/registers with current headteacher Shaun Hopper

Resident at MHA Priceholme spends day at former school she taught at more than 80 years ago

The Mayor Cllr Nicola King presented home manager Cecilia Adamek (C) with the civic award plaque

MHA Oak Manor marks Care Home Open Week packed full of activities including water fight

Current home manager for The Willows Tamara Simmons (c) with Tom Gillespie(L) and the Mayor of Knutsford Cllr Bryan Hartley

MHA The Willows marks 30th birthday with visit from special guest and tree planting ceremony

The Royal Garden Party over at MHA Lauriston

MHA Lauriston adds royal touch to garden party for Care Home Open Week

Staff at MHA Hartcliffe during the summer barbeque

Celebrations galore at MHA Hartcliffe as it marks 25th birthday

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MHA partners with L&G to offer families free guidance on care funding

Gordon (R) and Joan Pleasant have been married for 73 years

Resident couple at MHA Mapplewell Manor celebrates 73rd wedding anniversary 

Jada Downes, a resident at MHA Mayfields during Care Home Open Week 2025

MHA Mayfields marks Care Home Open Week 2025 with special visitors 

Carol and Ken, two residents living at MHA Heather Grange during their trip to the cinema

Film buffs living at MHA Heather Grange visit cinema as part of Seize the Day experience

Summer picnic party at MHA Berwick Grange

MHA Berwick Grange hosts summer picnic party and raises more than £270

Biddy Hilton, a resident at MHA Moorland House celebrated her 105th birthday

Former RAF sergeant living at MHA Moorland House celebrates 105th birthday with intimate party

Olive Wheeler, a resident at MHA Alexandra House on her 100th birthday

“Hard work and looking after people” secret to a long life says resident at MHA Alexandra House

Sarah Smith with residents from MHA Waterside House

Daughter of resident at MHA Waterside House climbs Mount Snowden and raises over £800

Sam Monaghan

Sam Monaghan statement on the Spending Review 2025

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Father's Day - celebrating the fathers, grandfathers and father figures who guide us

Deborah Phillips after The Royal Sutton Fun Run

Staff member at MHA Weston and Queensway takes part in Royal Sutton Fun Run and raises over £500

A screenshot of Sams interview, voices of care

How a podcast came into being: External Communications Manager Theresa Knight explains

Jaide Foster-Howarth, chair of the Pride in MHA network

Pride Month 2025 :Meet Jaide Foster-Howarth, chair of the Pride in MHA Network who shares what Pride Month means to her

Volunteer Chloe at MHA Communities South Stafford

How MHA volunteers make a difference

Raymond ‘Ray’ Bloomfield visited Shuttleworth and saw plenty of vintage aircrafts and vehicles

Former Airman living at MHA Oak Manor goes on trip down memory lane with visit to landmark attraction

Lynne Morrilly

Staff member at MHA The Willows to take part in The Great British Care Cycle Relay to raise awareness for social care 

Jo Allan and Gwen Meggison, Aycliffe Angels

Trip down memory lane for resident at MHA Montpellier Manor and former colleague courtesy of “Aycliffe Angels’’ coffee morning

The image depicts two elderly women sitting at a table in a bright, sunlit room. They are engaged in a cheerful conversation, smiling at each other. One woman is wearing a blue sweater with a collar, while the other is dressed in a pink blouse.

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Patrick Harrison (C) marked his 101st birthday surrounded by family and fellow residents from MHA Assisi Place and the Mayor of Leeds Dan Cohen

Birthday celebrations at MHA Assisi Place as resident marks 101st birthday

Chris North (C) with staff and residents at MHA Amathea

Golf day in aid of MHA Amathea raises over £700

Betty Challis, a resident at MHA Westbury Grange on her 100th birthday

Secret to a long life “would be telling” says resident at MHA Westbury Grange celebrating 100th birthday.

Rhoda Ilesanmi, care assistant at MHA Hartcliffe

30 under 30: Meet 19-year-old Rhoda Ilesanmi, from Nigeria to Bristol in bid to make successful career in care (3/30)

Latest articles

Residents at MHA Glen Rosa can go on tour of the UK from the comfort of a seat thanks to new train experience

Staff member at MHA Belvedere Manor creates memory bears for family members to remember deceased residents

30 under 30: Meet domestic assistant Fae Denholm relishing her first role at MHA Westbury Grange (6/30)