Councillor Bob Bullock, the Mayor of Broxtowe, visited The Meadows in Beeston last week to perform the ceremonial duties at our Open Day!

The Mayor cut the ribbon to officially open this purpose-built residential service which provides six self-contained environments for young people with high acuity and complex needs who are preparing to transition into adulthood.

We were delighted to welcome local authority commissioners and care professionals to the Open Day, which showcased our investment in design and specification as well as providing the opportunity to meet our service team and senior leadership.

Tracy Johnson, Godfrey Care Operations Director, said:

“It’s been an outstanding effort from all involved in the planning, design and construction of The Meadows. This exceptional service is the latest example of our unique provision of bespoke environments that empower individuals with complex needs to lead meaningful lives. The next phase of planning is all about the people we’ll be supporting at The Meadows – our teams engage closely with each individual, their clinical team, and their families to understand their needs, goals, and aspirations. That understanding will be the foundation of the person-centred care, support and life-skills plans that we develop for each person.”

Hayley Morgan, Godfrey Care Business Development Lead, said:

“A big thank you to everyone who attended our Open Day. It was thrilling to hear some extremely positive feedback from our guests. They were very complimentary about the attention to detail we have put into every aspect of this service, from the design of the bathrooms to the multidisciplinary support plans. We already have three individuals scheduled to move into The Meadows and we are looking forward to welcoming them from July through to September.”

Each individual living space has its own kitchen/kitchenette, living room, bedroom with full en-suite wet room. The property also has a communal kitchen and living room to promote social inclusion.

If you weren’t able to attend our Open Day and would like to take a look around The Meadows, please contact our referrals team and we’d be delighted to arrange an appointment to view – email referrals@godfreycare.co.uk

The recent heatwave has given our services the opportunity to gather in their gardens for some fun in the sun!

Ashby House in Burton-on-Trent recently hosted a fabulous pool party, welcoming friends from nearby Field House for a lively afternoon of chat, laughter and splashing entertainment which fostered new connections and strengthened bonds between the two services. After a refreshing dip in Ashby House’s generously sized garden pool, everyone headed to the kitchen to dip into a delicious summer buffet serving a variety of seasonal favourites.

Nothing says summer quite like the sizzle of a barbecue, and when the warm weather arrives Godfrey Care services are always quick to exercise their licence to grill. That was certainly the case at Field House, where the support team cooked up a scrumptious al-fresco feast. Sun cream and salad cream were both squirted in sizable dollops! It was a memorable day, with games and live music adding to the occasion.

It’s been a heartwarming start to the summer – thank you to our support teams for all their excellent work in organising some fantastic events. Here’s hoping for many more days of sunny weather for our services to enjoy in the coming months!

Godfrey Care are delighted to announce the promotion of Aaron Bushell to the role of PBS Clinical Practitioner.

Aaron’s journey with us began in 2021 when he joined one of our services as Support Worker, progressing to Team Leader and then PBS Clinical Associate in June 2024. A BSc (Hons) graduate in a science-related discipline, Aaron has also earned a Level 4 Certificate in Positive Behaviour Support and is currently working towards the BILD Level 5 Professional Diploma in PBS. As a Certified Master NAPPI Trainer, he has been instrumental in embedding the PBS Framework across Godfrey Care’s services—placing a strong emphasis on reducing restrictive practice and enhancing outcomes for those we support.

Andy Fairman, PBS Clinical Lead at Godfrey Care, said:

“At Godfrey Care, PBS is fully embedded within our complex care model. As a long term, evidence-based framework, PBS empowers individuals to lead meaningful lives in community based settings with care that is safe, least restrictive, and tailored to their unique needs. Since 2023, we have expanded our PBS Clinical Team as an integral part of our multidisciplinary support, collaborating with colleagues across clinical, operational, and residential services to co produce personalised plans from day one. Aaron has been a fantastic advocate of PBS and I know that he will have a hugely positive impact in his new role.”

Andy Barnes, Godfrey Care CEO, said:

“Congratulations to Aaron on this well-deserved achievement. It has been a joy to see him flourish over the past four years. Aaron’s journey to this new role is a testament to his talent, as well as Godfrey Care’s investment in the professional development of our colleagues and the pathways for long-term career progression available in the care sector.”

The recent sunny weather has inspired many of our services to give their outdoor space a makeover, resulting in some very creative work!

At Pottery House in Stoke-on-Trent, the service team have collaborated with the people we support to get the garden ready for summer. Together they headed out to the shops and garden centre to choose accessories and items for the garden.

The results are beautiful, transforming the garden and patio area with vibrant flowers, sparkling hanging baskets, and colourful planters. Robins and sprites can be found nestling in the foliage draped across the fencing.

Now the garden’s bursting with colour, character, and a touch of magic—just in time for summer days and sunshine smiles!

Godfrey Care’s Station House and Field House services in Staffordshire made the most of the recent sunny spell with a fun-filled trip to Blackpool!

The people we support had a wonderful time taking in the sea air while experiencing the sounds and sights of the Pleasure Beach. They spent time enjoying the fairground rides and amusement arcades in Blackpool Pier then refuelled with a delicious lunch in one of the seafront restaurants.

One of the highlights of the day was a visit to Madame Tussauds, where the people we support and the service teams came face to face with a galaxy of stars and superheroes from the world of sport and entertainment.  They met a host of celebrities, from Brian Cox and Barbara Windsor and to Phil Taylor, Alan Carr and Thor. One of the people we support sat behind the Beatles’ famous drum kit and, without missing a beat, proceeded to do a fine impression of Ringo Starr!

Aaran Fryer, Registered Manager at Station House, said:

“It was a fabulous day out filled with laughter, fresh air, and great company! It was lovely to be joined by our friends from Field House, which made it an even more special occasion. It was heartwarming to see friendships bloom between people from different services. There was plenty of chatting and reminiscing, and even a few sing-alongs as we strolled and relaxed in the sun.  We’re incredibly grateful to the team at Field House for joining us and helping to make the day so memorable. We’re looking forward to more shared adventures, new friendships, and the wonderful spirit of togetherness that days like these bring!”