Victory over Japan 70 years ago: A POW’s story
Although Europe celebrated victory over Germany on 8 May 1945, troops in the Far East would continue fighting for another three months; their war only ended when the Allies declared Victory over Japan…
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The Royal Star & Garter Home in Solihull Retains Level 1 Kitemark for Dementia Care
Staff at The Royal Star & Garter Homes were delighted that the Solihull Home’s Roundel Wing has retained its Level 1 status, following the recent, unannounced audit by Dementia Care Matters. Le…
Armed Forces Day 2015 – An Army Veteran’s Story
Armed Forces Day on 27 June is an opportunity for the nation to show its respect for members of the British Armed Forces, past and present, and to share their stories of sacrifice and courage. One …
Armed Forces Day 2015 – A Navy Veteran’s Story
Armed Forces Day on 27 June is an opportunity for the nation to show its respect for members of the British Armed Forces, past and present, and to share their stories of sacrifice and courage. One …
Military Nurses strengthen ties with Solihull’s disabled veterans
Disabled veterans at The Royal Star & Garter Home in Solihull welcomed student nurses, nursing officers and a military chaplain from Birmingham City University to share their experiences at a spec…
RAF Veteran Celebrates Emerald Wedding Anniversary
Bert Ryder is a veteran of the Royal Air Force and whilst the RAF celebrates its 97 years in operation this year, Bert and his wife Jean celebrated their own special milestone, their emerald wedding a…
How Creativity helps Residents living with Dementia
The Royal Star & Garter Home in Solihull was delighted to hold an art exhibition featuring the work of talented artist and resident, Alec Shaw. Alec lives with dementia at the Home, which cares fo…
Four-legged Friends make Disabled Veterans’ Day
The Royal Star & Garter Home in Surbiton recently welcomed some wonderful four-legged visitors. Last month the disabled veterans at the Home had a visit from Mr Cheddar, a miniature Palomino pony.…