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Birthday celebrations at MHA The Fairways as resident turns 101

MHA Chapel Fields welcomes special four-legged visitors for residents

MHA Horfield Lodge rehosts ‘Little Lodgers’ intergenerational sessions to encourage community integration


Two residents at MHA Briar Hill House in Rugeley have celebrated their remarkable milestone of turning 100 in January. Joan Hollins and Viney Jordan marked their centenaries with special parties organized by the care home.

Viney, who spent her career as a tax officer for the Inland Revenue, fondly recalls her childhood spent living in her grandparents' pub, the Jolly Collier in Brownhills. Joan's celebration included a large family gathering, with four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren, and even one great-great-great-grandchild present.

Both residents received a special telegram from King Charles, adding a royal touch to their celebrations.

Nina Varndell, the activity coordinator at MHA Briar Hill House, shared her joy about the occasion, saying, “Both residents had a great time celebrating their birthdays. It felt very special having two residents turning 100 in the same month.

Double birthday celebrations at MHA Briar Hill House as two residents celebrate 100th birthdays

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Resident couple at MHA Montpellier Manor celebrate 72nd wedding anniversary 

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MHA Rushden Park set to welcome community in by hosting spring fayre

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Mother’s Day - a chance to celebrate the women who shape our lives  

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Wedding bells at MHA Maple Leaf House thanks to livestream of staff members big day

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Twins living at MHA Moorland House celebrate 95th birthday

MHA Chief Executive Sam Monaghan

Sam Monaghan statement on House of Commons voting against the Lords amendment to exempt social care from the ENICs

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“Live a quiet and simple life” says resident at MHA Handsworth celebrating 104th birthday

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MHA Morel Court all smiles after ‘exceptional’ Care Inspectorate Wales inspection

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MHA Rushden Park uses money raised during Xmas fayre to good use by making pergola

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MHA Handsworth all smiles after winning Top 20 Care Homes Northwest England award

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Young carers in the spotlight: Meet care assistant Angel Dalton aiming to climb the ranks at  MHA Lauriston

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Home manager at MHA Cromwell House marks 22 years of service

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How the adult care sector united outside Parliament for Providers Unite Day

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MHA Weston and Queensway House eclipses more than 100 care homes to win award for excellence in Dysphagia friendly catering

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MHA Pennystone Court in seventh heaven as it wins Top 20 Care Homes Northwest England award for seventh time

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MHA Sunday 2025: Resources Now Available 

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Plenty to celebrate at MHA Cromwell House as resident celebrates 101st birthday

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“Will be staying until retirement” says laundry assistant at MHA Stones Place who marks 20-year service

Sam Monaghan, MHA Chief Executive

Five years on: reflection, resilience, and the road ahead 

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MHA Stratton House to arrange spring fayre in bid to invite community and raise funds

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Sweet tooth and Polish Vodka secret to long life for resident at MHA Horfield Lodge who celebrates 100th birthday

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MHA Gledhow brings seaside to residents thanks to new sensory room

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Birthday celebrations at MHA Stones Place as resident turns 106

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MHA Lawnfield House brings in interactive tablet for group led activities 

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Resident at MHA Reuben Manor celebrates 64th wedding anniversary with party

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MHA Montpellier Manor launches hydration bags for residents to stay topped up whilst visiting hospitals 

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Retirement Living Fee Review 2025/26 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Care Home Fee Review 2025/26 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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“Staying fit” the secret to 102 says resident at MHA Handsworth

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Volunteers at MHA Maple Leaf House showcase creative flair by creating handmade cards to raise funds

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Young carers in the spotlight: Meet 18 year old Lucy Shortman, working at MHA Greenways following successful work experience

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Boys trip out to pub for residents at MHA Berwick Grange in bid to spark conversations 

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National Apprenticeship Week: Meet Brittany James, carving a career in fundraising with MHA following successful apprenticeship 

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MHA Horfield Lodge helps to keep married couple together 

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Birthday celebrations at MHA Handsworth as resident turns 100

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MHA Pennystone Court sets up coffee shop as focal point to strike conversations

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Resident at MHA Morel Court goes on trip down memory and is reunited with long lost friend

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MHA launches Key to Me programme, designed to unlock conversations and increase connections.

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MHA Brookfield creates resident calendar for 2025 by replicating famous paintings from the past

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Chaplain at MHA Hampton Lodge receives great support from community as his pearls of wisdom posts “go viral”

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MHA Handsworth hosts intergenerational sessions to encourage community engagement 

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Young carers in the spotlight: Meet Phoebe Layfield, Employee of the year at MHA Heather Grange

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Birthday celebrations at MHA Ty Gwyn as resident turns 100 

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“Leave your problems at the door” says staff member at MHA Trembaths who receives long service award

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MHA Handsworth holds surprise birthday party for staff member who has been working at home for 32 years

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Special visitor pops into MHA Stones Place on surprise visit to see residents who are friends

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New home manager at MHA Brockworth House aims to “work with and be part of the community”

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MHA Starr Hills welcomes panto season by hosting staff pantomime

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Staff and residents at MHA The Homestead brave the cold and embark on trip to ice rink

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Sam Monaghan statement in response to Governments announcement on social care

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MHA Oak Manor hosts successful annual carol event as over 100 people attend

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Spotlight on young people working in social care: Meet 19-year-old Olivia Galvin juggling two roles at MHA Bradbury Grange

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MHA The Homestead raises more than £450 as Christmas comes early thanks to fete

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MHA Brookfield raises more than £550 thanks to winter fair

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MHA Starr Hills brings festive season in by hosting Christmas party

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Birthday celebrations at MHA The Fairways as resident turns 101

MHA Chapel Fields welcomes special four-legged visitors for residents

MHA Horfield Lodge rehosts ‘Little Lodgers’ intergenerational sessions to encourage community integration