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Churchill's hearse for Bristol funerals
The hearse used to carry Winston Churchill to his final resting place is to be used for Bristol funerals after being painstakingly restored.
Grant for improved access on Care Farm
Hambrook-based charity Empowering Futures has secured the funding to improve disabled access around their local care farm, with the installation of new wheelchair-accessible gates and paths now able to become a reality.
Bristol Memorial Woodlands hosts bereavement walks
A unique series of free nature walks that help people deal with bereavement is being launched at a woodland burial venue near Bristol.
Sponsored cycle on Camel Trail funds engaging kit for dementia residents
Residents of a Plymouth dementia care home will be enjoying the benefits of new interactive audio-visual technology around the home thanks to a sponsored cycle undertaken by staff and supporters.
Marlwood students praise first phase of multi-million pound refurbishment
As the end of the academic year draws near, news has been announced that phase one of the multi-million pound refurbishment programme at Marlwood School in Alveston, South Gloucestershire, has been completed on schedule and students are already making the most of the new bespoke design technology (DT) facilities.
Mama Bears at Springhill Green celebrates 10 years
The children who attend Mama Bear’s nursery and pre-school at Springhill Green in Plymouth have had a very exciting time preparing for and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the nursery being run as Mama Bear’s ahead of a well-attended summer garden party at the nursery on 6 July.
Seaside memories spark joy
Residents at a specialist Wellington dementia care home have been enjoying all the fun of the seaside without the bother of making the journey, thanks to the dedication of the activities team at Camelot House and Lodge who recreated a raft of beach and holiday activities for people to enjoy in their own home.
Top-rated nursery responds to parents' needs with term-time only childcare
Early years childcare provider Mama Bear’s Nursery and Pre-school, which has three settings in the Downend area, has announced it is to change to term-time bookings only in response to needs expressed by parents at its Stanbridge nursery in Downend.
Mama Bear’s Midvale Road nursery gains ‘good’ Ofsted rating
The Mama Bear’s Day Nursery and Pre-school on Midvale Road, Paignton has gained a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following its latest inspection which took place in April.
Welcome return for Sally Army
Residents and staff at a specialist Bridgwater dementia care home were delighted to welcome back members of the local Salvation Army band and have been having a joyous time revisiting favourite traditional hymns and songs.
Mama Bear's on the hunt for new recruits
The owner of a South West nursery group with 24 settings across Bristol, Somerset and Devon is urging school leavers and anyone looking at a change of career to consider entering the early years sector.
Mama Bear's Totterdown nursery gains 'good' Ofsted rating
The Mama Bear’s Day Nursery & Pre-school in Totterdown has gained a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following its latest inspection which took place in April.
St George nursery celebrates good Ofsted rating
A St George nursery is celebrating a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following its latest inspection by the governing body.
Wellington care homes team up for dementia action week outing
Two Wellington care homes teamed up to arrange a special outing as part of their activity programmes for Dementia Action Week (15-22 May) treating residents to a trip to see the recently restored Wellington Memorial and learn about its history.
Wally helps residents keep cool
Praise has been pouring in from residents and staff of a Bridgwater dementia care home for the creative talents of maintenance man, Waldemar Perlik, who has conjured up an impressively authentic ice-cream cart using a few old bits of furniture and MDF, and a wheel from an old wheelchair.
Sign up for bereavement support at Bristol Memorial Woodlands
Anyone needing help in dealing with the death of a loved one is being encouraged to come forward and access support available at Bristol Memorial Woodlands.
Charity Walk the Walk makes £100,000 grant to Penny Brohn UK for vital online cancer support
More than 6,000 cancer patients across the UK are set to benefit from a £100,000 grant made by health charity Walk the Walk, to cancer support charity Penny Brohn UK.
Interactive dementia friendly day in North Somerset
An interactive, fun and supportive day out for families in North Somerset whose lives are affected by dementia will be held on Saturday June 18 in North Somerset.
Move into an office and support cancer charity
West Country businesses have a chance to move into impressive offices in the countryside near Bristol and know the rent they pay is directly supporting people with cancer.