The Blitz 80: WWII veteran recalls dead in school playground as bombs rained down on Birmingham
The Blitz in Birmingham has been recalled by a WWII veteran living at Royal Star & Garter, ahead of the 80th anniversary of the raids.…
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Royal Star & Garter residents enjoy tropical Caribbean party
The taste of rum, the smell of delicious seafood and the sound of steelpans were among the exotic treats enjoyed by residents at Royal Star & Garter in Surbiton during a Caribbean party at the veteran…
VJ Day 75: Veterans commemorate VJ Day and the end of WWII
The 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) and the end of WWII has been marked by veterans at Royal Star & Garter’s three Homes.…
WWII veteran and wife celebrate 70th wedding anniversary
A Solihull couple living at Royal Star & Garter are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary.…
VJ Day 75: Navy veteran recalls ‘suicide mission’ ahead of VJ Day anniversary
A Navy veteran has recounted the ‘suicide trip’ he was about to embark on near the coast of Burma before Victory in Japan (VJ) Day.…
Care boost for veterans after staff qualify to prescribe medication
A Lead Nurse and a Lead Physiotherapist at Royal Star & Garter have become the first members of staff in the charity’s care homes to qualify as non-medical prescribers.…
Sensational Gardens competition: Share your beautiful outside spaces with Royal Star & Garter residents, and be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher
Royal Star & Garter is launching a new fundraising competition for budding gardening enthusiasts and expert green-fingered growers.…
2.6 Challenge: Thousands raised by fundraisers for Royal Star & Garter
More than £15,000 has been raised for Royal Star & Garter through the 2.6 Challenge.…