Grand Piano
As you all have seen we now have a new addition to Hewlett Court with our Grand Piano situated under the main staircase. It is a beautiful new addition and we can’t thank Chris and Christine Gorton enough for donating it to Hewlett Court. The residents have already...
Italian Takeaway Night
On Wednesday 25th September some of the residents enjoyed an Italian Takeaway night from Bella Italia. It gives the residents a chance to try new foods which they enjoy.
Bodyshop Party
On Wednesday 25th September we had the joy of Christine coming to join us for a Bodyshop Party! Christine brought lots of different products including bits ready for Christmas, it was a lovely afternoon.
Brand New Rooms!
We are very happy to announce that on Friday 6th September we had the handover for the competition of the new build, phase one of the re-development. It was then all hands on deck to move 12 residents into their brand new rooms, we would like to say a big thank you to...
Marian Makes a Wish!
Back in the August newsletter we asked all Residents to 'make a wish' and we would see if we could make that wish come true. Something that the Resident had always wanted to do, or enjoyed doing in the past. As Marian didn't come from Bury she wanted to see more of...
We’ll Meet Again at Blackburn Empire Theatre
On Monday 16th September we took some of the residents to see the fabulous We’ll Meet Again show at the Empire Theatre, Blackburn followed by tea out at The Grey Mare, Blackburn! Yet another wonderful day!
The Big Move – Phase 1
On Monday 9th September, it was all hands on deck for the residents in the first phase of the re-development to move into their brand new rooms! We would like to say a massive thank you to all the volunteers who helped us on the day! We couldn't have done it without...
Supporting Youth Arts and Community at the Inspiration Station
The Inspiration Station has been set up at Blackburn's old fire station to enable members of the local community who have disabilities or have additional needs to have access to free arts and crafts. Inspiration Station really benefits the members of the...
Bolton Mountain Rescue keeping toasty after £1,000 grant from East Lancashire Freemasons
Bolton Mountain Rescue keeping toasty after £1,000 grant from East Lancashire Freemasons. The money from the East Lancashire Masonic Charity will be used to purchase warm lightweight weatherproof clothing for use when in the field. Bolton...
Volunteering at the Blackburn Eagles FC Tournament
Blackburn Eagles FC were formed in 1991 when Bernard Heckingbottom could not find a team for this son to play for. Now the club is one of the biggest in Lancashire, with 200 players and an FA Charter Standard. At a meeting of the East Ribble District Lodge...
Hewlett Court Garden Party
What a fantastic afternoon we had on Friday 30th August at the Hewlett Court Garden Party. The Residents had a lovely time, enjoying afternoon tea with various homemade cakes and sandwiches. A big thank you to all our caring and dedicated staff!
Go on Tour
On Friday 23rd August we had the pleasure of Go on Tour performing for the residents, they always put on a fantastic performance which the residents thoroughly enjoy!