I like to get up nice and early, get dressed and showered and ready for the day. I have to have my morning hug with David the Lifestyle Lead, which is my favourite part of the day,  then head to the dining room for breakfast, where I often will choose...

I was visiting my family in London when I fell and broke my femur while shopping. Because I am over the age of 65, I needed to be placed in a care home to assist me with daily activities while I recovered. I am married and was concerned about being separated from my...

My wife Petrica was diagnosed with Dementia 20 years ago. After 18 years of caring for her, I realized I needed more assistance, but I was hesitant to place her in a home because the thought of being separated from my wife after 70 years was terrifying. A friend of...

My husband became ill a few years ago, and after much thought, we decided to move into a care home together because we didn't want to be apart. We moved into a lovely couple's suite at Stratton Court Care Home without a hitch. We fell in love with the apartment's...

In the morning I like to get dressed smartly and it is really important to me to try to look good and smell good! I sit with my friends in the dining room for breakfast and generally have a full English as there is no better way to start the day. After breakfast, I...

I have lived at Stratton court care home since March 2020 as I started to need a little more support and to be honest I just love the company. In a normal day, I get up in the morning and dress myself. I like to dress independently as I enjoy choosing my own clothes...