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Purpose Built Vs. Home From Home

One of the big questions people need to consider when looking for a care home for their loved one or themselves is do they want to go to a purpose built care home or one (like our care home here at Birchwood House) that isn’t purpose built? Much of it comes down to personal preference – we obviously love the homely environment here at Birchwood but have done our best to offer a balanced opinion!

Past Articles

Elderly book lovers live longer

Yes, it’s true! A study by Yale University has revealed that “book readers experien...

Summer arrives at Birchwood House!

Summer is well and truly upon us and we’ve had a fabulous time thinking of some fun activities...

Self care and wellbeing at Birchwood House

‘Self care’ is a buzzword that is frequently used today, especially amongst many millenn...

'Home from Home'

Bringing personal items with you when you move into a care home, such as Birchwood House, is a simpl...

Caring for residents with dementia

Dementia is the leading cause of disability and dependency among the elderly. Globally, the nu...

Healthy eating and nutrition at Birchwood House

At Birchwood House, we understand that good nutrition plays a vital, protective role in a number of ...

Behind the façade

In 2010 American photographer, Tom Hussey, created an award-winning project ‘Reflections of th...

When is it time to think about a care home for loved ones?

Watching loved ones struggle with the effects of old age can be devastating. While we can help by of...

What to look for when choosing a care home

The UK care homes sector is worth almost £16 billion a year, with around 410,000 people curren...

What's the difference between a care home and a nursing home?

Finding the right residential care home for an elderly loved one can be an emotional and stressful p...