News & Events

Over the past month, our dedicated maintenance officers, Sandy and Alistair, have been hard at work transforming our garden area and creating something truly special—our very own putting

We had a truly special day here at Haddington recently, as we introduced two very sweet new additions to our little community – Wilf and Winifred. These lifelike

Moving into a care home is a big decision, and it’s only natural to wonder how long it will take to feel at home. Some people settle in

At Haddington Care Home, we believe Fridays should be all about fun, laughter, and good company. That’s why every week, we get together with our residents, their families,

At Haddington Care Home, we believe in creating engaging and meaningful experiences for our residents. This month, we embraced the beauty of nature with a delightful flower-arranging activity

No two Christmases are ever the same, and at Haddington Care Home, we believe that’s just how it should be. Every resident brings with them their own cherished

For many care home residents and their families, the thought of spending their first Christmas in a nursing home is an emotional experience. Christmas is a time when

The past couple of months have been an incredible time of fundraising, community spirit, and fun here at Haddington Care Home. We’ve come together as residents, families, staff,

At Haddington Care Home in East Lothian, we believe that no dream is too big, no matter your age. When our resident Kit shared her 80th birthday wish

In an interactive and stimulating session, our residents were able to “travel the world” without ever leaving their chairs. This activity was great fun, where we explored famous

Dementia care is tailored to meet the unique needs of each person, focusing on improving their quality of life and overall well-being. As dementia progresses, the type and

At Haddington Care Home, we are committed to providing our residents with enriching experiences that not only entertain but also connect them with their pasts. Recently, our activities

Indoor Puzzle Activities This July in Haddington was full of drizzly rain that kept our residents indoors. However, we wouldn’t let wet weather stop us from having fun

Care Homes in East Lothian often provide a variety of social and group activities to keep residents engaged and entertained. These activities include gardening, painting, board games, gentle

Many care homes in East Lothian and the surrounding areas offer a range of care services, from low-level needs to more advanced needs. With multiple care options available,

Haddington Care Home is thrilled to announce the addition of Judith, our very own Anna Chaplain, to the team. As one of only two Anna Chaplains in Scotland,

Spring has brought a burst of sunshine to Haddington Care Home, and our residents couldn’t be happier! With May gracing us with beautiful weather, our residents and activities

This Easter we had a community-wide event filled with intergenerational fun topped off with a special celebration for our very own Haddington Care Home Couple… Joy and Connection

There are many care homes located around Scotland and Haddington Care Home understands the importance of animal assisted therapy, especially for those who are suffering from dementia. Regular

This month, the residents of Haddington Care Home in East Lothian were overjoyed to receive a visit from Sheba, a therapy dog. Our residents were able to interact

As the colder days seem to be passing, it’s the perfect time to get our minibus out in full swing! Enjoying The Spring Sunshine! We have had many

Here at Haddington Care Home, we have had two overseas qualified nurses, Andrea and Nathaniel, who have been working with us for over a year as team leaders.

Haddington Care Home recently hosted its anticipated annual Christmas Fair, bringing together residents, relatives, and the broader community in a joyous celebration of the Christmas season. In the

Haddington Care Home was delighted to hold its annual Halloween Party. The home was decked out with Halloween decorations, and our front door was adorned with ghosties, ghoulies,

Haddington Care Home prides itself on offering a diverse range of activities for residents to choose to enjoy and on Thursday 5th October, the home had a first

It is a known fact that life expectancy across the UK has risen over the past few decades meaning there is a higher need than ever for a

To introduce Leigh to the service who is the new Home Manager at Haddington Care Home, we had a meet-the-manager relative meeting & resident event. Leigh spoke about

Haddington Care Home already had a busy month so far in August. From pleasant walks in the countryside, a music afternoon with lots of singing and dancing, petting

July has already been a super busy month for our care home in East Lothian with lots of activities and outings taking place. Haddington Care Home knows how

It is never an easy decision to know when to move a loved one with dementia into a care home as there are many things to consider. To

After winning last year’s dress-up parade at the Haddington Festival, our care home was super keen to attend again. This year’s theme was ‘Under The Sea’ and our

To celebrate the King’s coronation, the team at Haddington made crowns with the residents, enjoyed a fabulous coronation buffet, and put our talents together with the residents to

Choosing a care home for yourself or a loved one can be an emotional and overwhelming decision for everyone involved. It’s not always easy to accept that someone

Most care homes will provide person-centred care, but recognising and understanding the importance of this can help you to understand which care home is most appropriate for you

Ann who is a volunteer at Haddington Care Home treated the residents to an afternoon of music, playing well-loved songs on the piano and handing out song sheets

Trying to find the perfect care home for yourself or a loved one can often be a complicated and overwhelming process and a decision that requires great consideration.

Within our activities programme we like to include reminiscence activity sessions for our residents to spend some time reminiscing about their younger days. Residents can talk about whatever

What is Residential Care? Residential Care is the general care and support provided to older people in a residential care home. It is often referred to as “personal

We were delighted to attend the Haddington Festival this year after not going ahead for the last two years. The weather was perfect for the festival’s fancy dress

We had an absolute ball for the Queen’s Jubilee at Haddington. Our home was decorated in patriotic flags, we had a visit from Eddie Raven who performed to

Trust is one of Haddington Care Home’s core values. It’s a value that underpins everything we do for our residents, their loved ones and our team members. This week

At Haddington Care Home our residents have the pleasure of living within such beautiful surroundings that provide many physical activities whilst exploring the Haddington area. Often our residents

Pancake Day brought a copious amount of pancake making to Haddington Care Home. With the help of our chefs, residents enjoyed an unlimited amount of crepe style pancakes

The residents at Haddington Care Home have recently taken on a series of new construction challenges as part of the varied activities programme we have here. Our activities

Here at Haddington Care Home our residents have been hard at work fundraising throughout 2020, with the goal of raising £1500 to purchase of Community Defibrillator.  Thanks to