Going the distance for our residents

Going the distance for our residents

Staff members Bobbie, Iris, Pam and Shirley at the Abbeyfield Canvey Island Society have completed a half marathon (13.1 miles) to raise funds for their Residents' social fund, on the 6th of October 2026. Dressed in tutus and bunny ears, these dedicated staff members took on this challenge to advocate against the issue of loneliness among older people.

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Celebrating the International Day of Older People!

Celebrating the International Day of Older People!

Celebrating the United Nations' International Day of Older Persons, this 1st of October and exploring what this day means to Abbeyfield England.

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  • Celebration
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60 seconds with Mark Homewood

60 seconds with Mark Homewood

We spoke to Mark Homewood, Abbeyfield Living Society Regional Operations Manager, to find out more about his role.

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60 seconds with Gary See

60 seconds with Gary See

We spoke to Gary See, Chair of Abbeyfield England, about his leadership role and his vision for the organisation.

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Fundraising is back in fashion at Speedwell Court

Fundraising is back in fashion at Speedwell Court

Speedwell Court care home in Southampton kicked off Abbeyfield’s 70th anniversary year with a vintage and second-hand clothing market.

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National Apprenticeship Week 2026

National Apprenticeship Week 2026

As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, where we can reflect on the positive impact apprenticeships have on individuals, organisations and communities, we are delighted to introduce Alex Giles, the new Digital Marketing Apprentice at Abbeyfield England!

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60 seconds with Yvonne Wray

60 seconds with Yvonne Wray

Carnarvon House Housekeeper, Yvonne, shares her experiences of working at Abbeyfield and what she finds rewarding about her role.

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Celebrating 70 years of Abbeyfield

Celebrating 70 years of Abbeyfield

Next year marks an incredible milestone – 70 years since Abbeyfield was founded.

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Abbeyfield houses visited by MPs for Starts at Home Day

Abbeyfield houses visited by MPs for Starts at Home Day

Residents and Abbeyfield Living Society (ALS) sheltered housing schemes around the county were visited by their local MPs to mark Starts at Home Day, an annual event that highlights and celebrates the value of sheltered (or supported) housing, while raising awareness and building political support for the future of the sector in the UK.

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