Support after a dementia diagnosis
To mark World Alzheimer’s Day on 21st September, our Director of Care, Pauline Shaw, offers some tips and ideas to support your loved one after their diagnosis.…
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Major General Tim Tyler’s reflections on the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Royal Star & Garter Chair Major General Tim Tyler represented the charity at the funeral of its Patron, Her Majesty The Queen. Here, he looks back on what was ‘a long and emotional day’.…
Armed Forces Day: First impressions count for Royal Star & Garter Home Manager
To mark Armed Forces Day (25 June), Solihull Home Manager Jamie Stubbs reflects on finding his dream job at a veterans’ care home.…
Our residents’ messages to the Queen for her Platinum Jubilee
Residents in our three Homes have reflected on Her Majesty's 70-year reign, and sent The Queen their best wishes.…
Dementia Action Week: Early dementia, caring for residents and their families
To mark Dementia Action Week (16-22 May), our Director of Care, Pauline Shaw, explains how staff look for early tell-tale signs, and the support they offer residents and their families.…
International Nurses Day: Reggie’s journey – From Nurse to Home Manager
When Reggie Ballos joined Royal Star & Garter as a Nurse in 2009, she didn’t realise the impact the charity would have on her professional and personal life. Now, after rising through the ranks and wo…
Jackie, Lydia and Pam on their fundraising challenge of hiking the Brecon Beacons
Last year, we witnessed the return of in-person events and caught up with our team of inspiring hikers who took part in The Fan Dance, a 24km route march in the Brecon Beacons in June, raising £1,180 …
New Wellbeing Programme launched
Royal Star & Garter is launching a new Wellbeing Programme which will see a whole-Home approach to providing person-centred care, activities and physiotherapy every day of the year. Here, Director …