‘Much Loved’ Topsy Celebrates 105th Birthday

Admirers of Gertrude ‘Topsy’ Hindley raised a glass to mark her birthday on May 25 where she received a card from the Queen. Samantha Evens, registered manager at Arcot House

It takes a special person to be a carer

Be kind to your kids because they will pick your care home, runs the joke. Less amusing are news reports revealing one in four residential homes are not fit for purpose.

Devon Care Home Joins Outstanding Elite

Arcot House Residential Home in Sidmouth joins Peregrine House in Whitby and Mary & Joseph House in Manchester as the only homes in England catering for the elderly

Devon Care home rated outstanding by CQC

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has found the quality of care provided by Doveridge Care Home in Colyton, Devon to be Outstanding following an inspection…