Covid: Life on the frontline – Phyllis’ story
When our Surbiton resident Phyllis tested positive for COVID-19, she feared for her life. Now, following her recovery, the 98-year-old WWII veteran explains her experiences.…
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Covid: Life on the frontline – Bernard’s story
Bernard, a 92-year-old RAF veteran, who lives at the Royal Star & Garter Home in Surbiton, tested positive for COVID-19. Now recovered and having tested negative, he speaks to Royal Star & Garter abou…
Covid: Life on the frontline – Damian’s story
Damian Walicki is a Lead Nurse at our Surbiton Home. Here he talks about the toll COVID-19 took on him mentally and physically, the heartbreak of losing residents to the virus, and his pride in the st…
Covid: Life on the frontline – Jude’s Story
Jude Lally is a nurse at Royal Star & Garter’s Surbiton Home. Here, she talks about falling ill with COVID-19, the mental and physical stress caused by lockdown, and her immense pride in the people sh…
World Music Day: Meet the singer who was so impressed with Royal Star & Garter she decided to join the veterans’ charity
When Jodie Halls walked into Royal Star & Garter to perform to residents last year, the singer had no idea the impact it would have on her life. Here she speaks about first impressions, the joy she ge…
Star & Garter Choir: Music goes interactive in the Surbiton Home
Royal Star & Garter staff have been looking at imaginative and creative ways to keep residents entertained and engaged during this difficult time. As part of Mental Health Awareness week, Surbiton …
Star & Garter Choir: Music goes interactive in the Surbiton Home
Royal Star & Garter staff have been looking at imaginative and creative ways to keep residents entertained and engaged during this difficult time. As part of Mental Health Awareness week, Surbiton …
Armed Forces Day: From D-Day 75 years ago to our Homes today – the courage is still clear to see
Activities & Volunteer Manager Charlie Wilson reflects on the courage displayed by troops taking part in the D-Day campaign, and how it lives on in The Royal Star & Garter Homes.…