It’s been a busy few weeks at our Station House service in Rolleston, where the support team have been organising a wide range of activities, bringing new skills, experiences and plenty of opportunities to get involved.

A fun-filled month included a friendly bowling competition, notable for its good humour and Station House’s trademark team spirit. JT also celebrated his birthday with a fantastic make-your-own pizza party, organised by the Station House team. Each chef had free rein to choose their own toppings, creating some delicious flavour combinations that went down extremely well!

As well as activities at home, the people we support have been exploring the local community, trying out some of the play parks near Station House and even stopping to say hello to ducks taking shade by the lake. Each outing has provided opportunities to stay active, enjoy the fresh air and discover more of what the local area has to offer.

From ten pins to toppings, it’s been great to see everyone getting stuck into so many different activities and making the most of the summer!

Godfrey Care are delighted to celebrate some fantastic team news, with new appointments and internal progression recognising the experience, commitment and talent within our organisation.

Emma Johnson has joined us as Head of Quality, bringing extensive experience as a Registered Learning Disability Nurse, supporting people with complex needs across secure services, specialist residential provision and NHS assessment and treatment services.

Over the past five years, Emma has focused on quality improvement and regulatory compliance, most recently as Head of Quality and Compliance at a national healthcare group.
Since joining Godfrey Care, Emma has already been visiting our services, meeting colleagues and the people we support, and seeing first-hand the dedication across the organisation. We’re delighted to welcome her to the team and look forward to working with her as we continue to strengthen quality and outcomes across our services.


Hayley Morgan has stepped up into the role of Head of Business Development, following 20 months as Business Development Lead supporting the growth of Godfrey Care. She is looking forward to continuing that journey, helping to grow the organisation while also building and developing an incredible team. We’re very grateful for the commitment, creativity and strategic thinking Hayley has brought to our growth over the past two years, and we’re excited to see what comes next in her new role.

Toni Parker has also stepped up into a new role, becoming Deputy Manager at our Dorset House service in Chesterfield. Toni has more than 20 years’ experience in the care sector and joined Godfrey Care 15 months ago, spending the past 13 months at Dorset House. Her commitment to person-centred care and support has seen her progress from Team Leader to Deputy Manager in just over a year. Toni is passionate about creating a safe, positive and enabling environment and is looking forward to continuing to support her team and uphold the high standards at Dorset House.

Congratulations to Hayley and Toni on your progression with Godfrey Care, and a warm welcome to the team, Emma!

Families are a huge part of life at Godfrey Care. Creating opportunities for the people we support to spend quality time with their loved ones is an important part of what we do.

A recent summer party at Pine Bank in Chesterfield did exactly that, bringing together the people we support, their families and our support team for a fantastic day of chatting, sharing stories, telling jokes, playing games and simply enjoying each other’s company.

Occasions like these are always appreciated by the people we support, but we know just how much they mean to their families too.

One family member shared:

“It was a fantastic opportunity for my young children to spend quality time with their uncle, as well as meet his friends, their families and the dedicated staff who support them. The day gave us the opportunity to break new ground and achieve new milestones with my brother. It gave my children the chance to create precious memories with their uncle, strengthening a bond that means so much to our family.

Watching them laugh, play and simply enjoy being together was incredibly special. These are moments we will treasure forever. It made us all feel truly special and gave us a sense of belonging that I hadn’t experienced for over a decade. A heartfelt thank you to everyone at Godfrey Care. Your kindness, care and attentiveness were greatly appreciated, and you made the day feel like one big family celebration. We are so grateful for everything you did to make the occasion so special.”

Another family member added:

“We had a lovely time at Pine Bank’s party day. We all enjoyed the delicious food and wonderful company, and it was so lovely to see so many smiles from our son.”

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, and to the incredible Pine Bank team for making it such a wonderful day. We’re already looking forward to the next one!

Godfrey Care services have continued their action-packed summer of activities with another trip to the coast, this time organised by Field House in Burton-on-Trent!

The gang headed to Skegness – a popular destination for Field House and many other Godfrey Care services – for a few days of fun and relaxation. The support team booked accommodation at a local caravan park, providing the perfect base for exploring the many attractions that “Skeggy” has to offer.

The Pleasure Beach was top of everyone’s list, with the people we support enjoying the amusement arcades, prize machines and fairground rides. A boat trip around Skegness Mini Port was another clear highlight, alongside classic seaside favourites including fish and chips, ice cream and strolls along the promenade. They also found time to go fruit picking at a local farm. Even a spell of rain failed to dampen spirits as everyone donned ponchos and carried on regardless, refusing to let the weather spoil the fun.

Field House Service Manager, Olivia Nixon, said:

“What a holiday! They managed to pack so much into their time in Skegness. Some people on the trip were visiting the town for the first time, while others had been before, but by the end everyone agreed they wanted to come back again next year! A big thank you to the support team for making it possible – they did a wonderful job, and I think they enjoyed it every bit as much!”

Great work, Field House – you really pushed the boat out!

Godfrey Care services are known for packing plenty into their outings, and Ashby House in Burton-on-Trent upheld that tradition in grand style during a fantastic holiday in Wales!

The support team organised a wide-ranging programme of activities throughout the week, giving everyone the opportunity to try new experiences and spend quality time together. From sports and creative activities to music and live entertainment, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

With a beautiful coastal location and glorious weather, relaxing beach time quickly became a staple of the trip. Regular dips in the sea provided a welcome way to cool down, while time spent exploring the fun fair and arcades proved equally popular. The people we support also enjoyed an arts and crafts session, giving everyone the chance to get creative and express themselves. The undisputed highlight of the holiday, however, was an evening disco, which had everyone singing at the top of their voices and filling the dancefloor from start to finish.

Natalia Bloor, Service Manager at Ashby House, said:

“It really was a trip to remember – one of the best we’ve had in recent years! It was wonderful to see everyone trying new experiences, strengthening their friendships, building their confidence and, above all, simply having great fun. The team did a brilliant job coordinating everything and arranging so many different opportunities throughout the week. For me, holidays like this are one of the things that make life at Godfrey Care so special.”