Carntyne Care Home

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

Well done Mercy for employee of the month last month 👏

05/10/2026

I’m incredibly proud of my whole team and how far we have come together. Everyone works hard, supports one another, and continues to grow and develop in their roles.

It’s especially lovely to see all the positive feedback we receive from our residents, their families, and other professionals. The kind words and recognition of the care, compassion, and support you provide are a real reflection of the amazing team you are.

I really appreciate the dedication, hard work, and positive attitude each of you brings every day. It’s amazing to see how much we have achieved together, and I couldn’t be prouder of you all.

Thank you for everything you do. Your hard work and commitment do not go unnoticed, and you should all be incredibly proud of yourselves. Keep up the amazing work! 🌟👏❤️

05/10/2026

29/07/2026

We had a great time singing along with the Jolly Boys

29/07/2026

We just love our visits from our little friend she brightens up our Mondays

10/06/2026

🎉 Busy, Busy, Busy at Carntyne! 🎉
We never sit still here at Carntyne, May and this month has been no exception!
Our residents have been enjoying a fantastic variety of activities, from outings and group puzzles to visits from therapy dogs, baking sessions, drawing, and so much more. There has been plenty of laughter, friendship, creativity, and fun along the way.
We love keeping active, trying new things, and making the most of every day. Whether it's exercising our minds with a puzzle, getting creative with arts and crafts, or spending time out and about, there's always something exciting happening.
As we move into another wonderful month, we're looking forward to even more adventures, activities, and happy memories with our amazing residents. ❤️
Take a look at some of the highlights from our busy month!

10/06/2026

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Derek Hodgson to perform for our residents. His Elvis impressions were absolutely stellar, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed a wonderful summer dance afternoon filled with music, laughter, and great memories! 🎶💃🕺
Thank you, Derek, for such an entertaining afternoon!

10/06/2026

💜 Dementia Awareness Week at Carntyne 💜
This week we came together to celebrate Dementia Awareness Week and raise awareness throughout our home. Residents enjoyed taking part in discussions about what dementia is, how it can affect people, and the importance of understanding and supporting those living with it.
We also put our knowledge to the test with a fun dementia awareness quiz and enjoyed a wonderful purple-themed afternoon tea, complete with plenty of treats, laughter, and conversation. 💜☕
The week was a fantastic opportunity to learn, share experiences, and support one another, all while having lots of fun. Congratulations to all of our quiz winners – there were some fabulous prizes up for grabs! 🎉🏆
A big thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the week such a success. Together, we continue to create a caring and supportive community where every mind matters. 💜

10/06/2026

📖✨ A Journey Through Hexham's History ✨📖
We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Alan Woods, supported by his daughter Anna English, who joined us for a fascinating afternoon sharing his experiences of growing up in the Hexham area from 1935 onwards.
Alan's stories offered a interesting glimpse into life in years gone by and sparked many conversations amongst our residents. Some were able to relate to the memories shared, while others enjoyed learning about a different time and way of life. It was inspiring to hear firsthand accounts of local history and the changes that have taken place over the decades.
A huge thank you to Alan and Anna for taking the time to visit us and provide such an engaging, interesting, and thought-provoking afternoon. Our residents thoroughly enjoyed it and loved the opportunity to reminisce, learn, and share their own memories.
Thank you both for a truly memorable visit. ❤️