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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Care home residents in Linlithgow set to welcome Great British Cycle Relay
The event aims to shine a positive spotlight on the work of the sector A care home in Linlithgow is preparing to play its part in the Great British Cycle Relay. The cycling event aims to raise awareness and shine a positive spotlight on the work of the social care sector, and marks Care Home Open Week 2025. There are five day-long cycle rides staged across the UK in the run-up to Care Home Open Week. HC-One Scotland's Linlithgow Care Home in West Lothian, is one of the stop-off points with residents preparing to welcome the cyclists on their route. The Linlithgow residence is part of the Edinburgh leg of the cycle relay on Thursday, June 12 and forms part of the relay team's 103km route. The relay combines cycling, camaraderie and compassion, providing those taking part to promote healthier lifestyle whilst also raising awareness and the profile of care available across different communities by visiting a number of care services en-route to celebrate and highlight the amazing work they do. Linlithgow is looking forward to welcoming in the Great British Care Cycle Relay team to the home to showcase the fantastic facilities and care they offer whilst having a chat and offering the cyclists some light refreshments to recuperate before setting off again. Gemma Munro, Home Manager at HC-One Scotland's Linlithgow Care Home, said: 'We are delighted to be part of the Great British Care Cycle Relay. It's a brilliant opportunity to showcase the warmth and vibrancy of life here at Linlithgow Care Home. Our residents are very excited to welcome the cyclists and take part in the celebrations for Care Home Open Week.' This year marks the third consecutive year that the Great British Care Cycle Relay is taking place and in the lead up to Care Home Open Week taking place, riders will be gearing up to take part in a five-day event featuring daily rides of approximately 100km, designed to raise awareness of the vital role care services play at the heart of communities across the UK. The first official loop will begin in Edinburgh, with the symbolic social care flag then travelling through the Scottish Borders to York for the second stage. From there, the relay will continue to Nottingham, followed by a ride in Wales starting in Cardiff. The final leg will see cyclists depart from Brighton and head to central London, where the event will culminate in alignment with the launch of Care Home Open Week on Monday, June 16.
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
Linlithgow care home prepares to take part in the Great British Care Cycle Relay to mark Care Home Open Week 2025
HC-One Scotland's Linlithgow Care Home in Linlithgow is preparing to take part in the Great British Care Cycle Relay event, organised by Championing Social Care which runs in tandem with Care Home Open Week activities. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Great British Care Cycle Relay is a monumental cycling event that aims to raise awareness and shine a positive spotlight on the work of the social care sector in the United Kingdom. The relay combines cycling, camaraderie and compassion, providing those taking part to promote healthier lifestyle whilst also raising awareness and the profile of care available across different communities by visiting a number of care services enroute to celebrate and highlight the amazing work they do. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Linlithgow Care Home will be one of the care homes the Great British Care Cycle Relay team will stop off at as part of the Edinburgh leg of the cycle relay on Thursday, June 12 as part of their 103km route. Residents with care home colleague at HC-One care home Linlithgow is looking forward to welcoming in the Great British Care Cycle Relay team to the home to showcase the fantastic facilities and care they offer whilst having a chat and offering the cyclists some light refreshments to recuperate before setting off on the next leg of their cycle relay. This year marks the third consecutive year that the Great British Care Cycle Relay is taking place and in the lead up to Care Home Open Week taking place, riders will be gearing up to take part in a five-day event featuring daily rides of approximately 100km, designed to raise awareness of the vital role care services play at the heart of communities across the UK. The first official loop will begin in Edinburgh on June 12, with the symbolic social care flag then travelling through the Scottish Borders to York for the second stage. From there, the relay will continue to Nottingham, followed by a ride in Wales starting in Cardiff. The final leg will see cyclists depart from Brighton and head to central London, where the event will culminate in alignment with the launch of Care Home Open Week on Monday, June 16. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
Linlithgow care home prepares to take part in the Great British Care Cycle Relay to mark Care Home Open Week 2025
HC-One Scotland's Linlithgow Care Home in Linlithgow, West Lothian, is preparing to take part in the Great British Care Cycle Relay event, organised by Championing Social Care which runs in tandem with Care Home Open Week activities. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Great British Care Cycle Relay is a monumental cycling event that aims to raise awareness and shine a positive spotlight on the work of the social care sector in the United Kingdom. The relay combines cycling, camaraderie and compassion, providing those taking part to promote healthier lifestyle whilst also raising awareness and the profile of care available across different communities by visiting a number of care services enroute to celebrate and highlight the amazing work they do. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Linlithgow Care Home will be one of the care homes the Great British Care Cycle Relay team will stop off at as part of the Edinburgh leg of the cycle relay on Thursday, June 12 as part of their 103km route. Linlithgow is looking forward to welcoming in the Great British Care Cycle Relay team to the home to showcase the fantastic facilities and care they offer whilst having a chat and offering the cyclists some light refreshments to recuperate before setting off on the next leg of their cycle relay. Resident and care home colleague taking a walk outside HC-One care home This year marks the third consecutive year that the Great British Care Cycle Relay is taking place and in the lead up to Care Home Open Week taking place, riders will be gearing up to take part in a five-day event featuring daily rides of approximately 100km, designed to raise awareness of the vital role care services play at the heart of communities across the UK. The first official loop will begin in Edinburgh on 12th June, with the symbolic social care flag then travelling through the Scottish Borders to York for the second stage. From there, the relay will continue to Nottingham, followed by a ride in Wales starting in Cardiff. The final leg will see cyclists depart from Brighton and head to central London, where the event will culminate in alignment with the launch of Care Home Open Week on Monday, June 16. Gemma Munro, Home Manager at HC-One Scotland's Linlithgow Care Home, stated: 'We are delighted to be part of the Great British Care Cycle Relay. It's a brilliant opportunity to showcase the warmth and vibrancy of life here at Linlithgow Care Home. Our residents are very excited to welcome the cyclists and take part in the celebrations for Care Home Open Week.'
Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Forfar care home invite local community to attend carnival summer fete as part of Care Home Open Week 2025 celebrations
HC-One Scotland's Finavon Court Care Home in Forfar, Angus, is preparing to celebrate Care Home Open Week 2025 with a fun-filled day with the local community at its Carnival Summer Fete event on Saturday, June 21, 2pm – 4pm. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Care Home Open Week, taking place from June 16 to 22, is a national event hosted by Championing Social Care, designed to connect care homes with their local communities. The week will provide care homes with the opportunity to showcase their range of services, provide tours of their facilities, and highlight the activities that are offered to residents. The event is also a reminder to the homes' neighbours that they are there if they need support. Finavon Court are delighted to be opening their doors to celebrate Care Home Open Week with residents, colleagues, friends, family, and the wider community. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Finavon Court Care Home will be decorated especially for the occasion and the celebration will be a chance for everyone to come together as a community, and to learn more about life at the care home. Colleagues at HC-One Scotland's Finavon Court Care Home's Care Home Open Week 2024 Wild West themed celebrations last year The Summer Fete event will consist of a variety of stalls including local crafts selling personalised items, cake and candy stalls, candles and aromas, keyrings, bobbles and gifts. There will also be candy floss, popcorn, a face painter, and bouncy castles for kids to enjoy. At the Summer Fete will also be the local Cats Protection organisation who will be attending for the third year in a row as well as a tarot reader for those who wish to receive a reading. There will also be the opportunity to take part in the home's raffle where there will be a range of prizes on offer to win including hampers. A number of food stalls including burgers and hot dogs along with a buffet will be available to choose from. A selection of carnival games created by the residents at Finavon Court will be on show at the Summer Fete for individuals to enjoy. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Claire Cameron, Home Manager at HC-One Scotland's Finavon Court Care Home, said: 'We are delighted to be able to open the doors of Finavon Court Care Home again to welcome in our local community and bring everyone together to celebrate Care Home Open Week 2025. Colleagues at HC-One Scotland's Finavon Court Care Home's Care Home Open Week 2024 Wild West themed celebrations last year 'We are proud to support Forfar, and our Open Week celebrations will provide a great opportunity to reconnect with our local community and to support community engagement which is so important to our residents, colleagues, and the local area.
Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Bellshill care home to host carnival games afternoon for ‘The Big Summer Weekender' Care Home Open Week 2025
HC-One Scotland's Hatton Lea Care Home, in Bellshill is excited to welcome in members of the local Bellshill community for a special Carnival Games Afternoon on Saturday, June 21 from 2pm to 3.30pm, as part of this year's Care Home Open Week celebrations. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Care Home Open Week, running from Monday, June 16 to Sunday, June 22 is a nationwide initiative led by Championing Social Care, designed to connect care homes with their local communities. Throughout the week, Hatton Lea Care Home will be opening its doors to residents' families, local neighbours, and prospective team members. HC-One's theme for this year is 'The Big Summer Weekender', celebrating the fun and nostalgia of classic British summer holidays. Hatton Lea will be hosting an array of summer-themed activities and entertainment, with the carnival games afternoon being a key highlight. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The home will be transformed with cheerful seasonal decorations to set the scene for the festivities. Guests will enjoy traditional carnival games, light refreshments, and the chance to mingle with residents and care home staff in a joyful, relaxed atmosphere. Resident and care home colleague taking a walk outside HC-One care home Beyond the festivities, the event will also be an opportunity for visitors to learn more about careers in care and the vital role care homes play in their communities. Visitors can chat with Hatton Lea team members about volunteering roles, career opportunities, and the rewarding experience of working in the social care sector. June Sugden, Home Manager at HC-One Scotland's Hatton Lea Care Home, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to be taking part in this year's Care Home Open Week. It's a wonderful opportunity to bring people together, celebrate our amazing residents and team, and show our local community what life is really like here at Hatton Lea. 'We're particularly excited about our Carnival Games Afternoon – it's going to be a fantastic event full of smiles, memories, and connection.'
