Turning bed-blocking into a successful discharge

Turning bed-blocking into a successful discharge

Mrs. F was a retiree (65+) who lived at home independently with the help of regular visits by care workers. With her children and grandchildren close by, she enjoyed an active and community focused lifestyle. After a fall at home which resulted in a spinal injury,...
The Askham Beech Tree

The Askham Beech Tree

Very sad to share that our beautiful, iconic Beech tree, that has stood watch over Askham House for the last three decades, is going to be felled next week. Unfortunately, the tree is suffering from a fungal infection called Meripilus Giganteus and cannot be...
Overcoming Stroke during pregnancy

Overcoming Stroke during pregnancy

Stroke is the 4th biggest killer in the UK but many people don’t realise just how common it is. What’s more, Public Health England figures now show that over a third of first-time Strokes (38%) happen in middle-aged adults. According to the Stroke Association, Stroke...
How do you choose the right care home?

How do you choose the right care home?

We understand that choosing a care home is not something that most people think about until it’s happening – either to themselves or a loved one. And then, depending on the circumstances, people can sometimes feel rushed or even pressured into making a decision...