The DurhamGate
Offering the highest quality residential and dementia care in a luxury setting.
Residents of The DurhamGate Care Home were treated to a spectacular performance by their very own Front of House Manager, Samantha, during a special indoor ‘street party’ celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
Samantha, who has a professional background as a singer, took the stage in authentic 1940s attire, evoking memories of the era for the delighted residents. Reflecting on the event, she said, “It was an honour to perform for my residents for such a special event and to hear the stories they have to tell about their connections to the day itself back in 1944.”
On her impressive repertoire, Samantha added “In the past I worked professionally as a singer and performed at a lot of 1940’s events including a gala performance celebrating Vera Lynn’s 100th birthday with Scarborough Spa Orchestra, but this is the first time our residents have seen me in my 1940’s outfits, it caused quite a stir, they loved it!”
The event gave residents an opportunity to reminisce about their loved ones who took part in the World War II Operation Overlord.
One of the residents, Norah, aged 96, shared a touching story about her cousin who served in the Navy. She recalled with pride his vital role, in charge of landing a vessel and getting everyone to shore.
Similarly, Renee, also 96, remembered her brother who served in the medical corps. Although he rarely spoke about the battle, she poignantly remembered him telling their mother, “I wasn’t religious, but I prayed that day.”
The atmosphere at The DurhamGate Care Home, part of Adore Care Homes, was filled with nostalgia and camaraderie as residents enjoyed an indoor street party. The catering team went above and beyond to create a beautiful afternoon tea, a quintessentially British tradition.
Adding to the authentic wartime ambiance, Samantha, dressed up in true 1940’s style. One resident, Margaret, was so impressed by Samantha’s traditional Victory Rolls hairstyle, she asked to have her own hair styled the same way.
Family members also appreciated the event, Jill Windsor, niece of a resident, shared these kind words, “That was an absolutely fantastic afternoon, and we were over the moon to be part of it. The food was beautifully presented and delicious as per usual, but the star of the show was Samantha, what an incredibly beautiful voice and person she is. What a talent. Always consistently happy and welcoming.”
Samantha’s performance was particularly touching for Jill, who added, “My aunt Elizabeth who is suffering with dementia was literally brought to life. A joy to see and brought a tear to my eye. Thank you to Karen, Samantha and all the carers for their hard work and kind natures.”
The DurhamGate Care Home’s event honouring the 80th anniversary of D-Day was more than just a party; it was a tribute to the resilience and bravery of the Greatest Generation. The event not only honoured the past but also created new memories for the residents and staff alike.
Residents at a Durham care home came together last Saturday to celebrate the FA Cup final between Manchester United and Manchester City.
Although the majority of The DurhamGate Care Home residents are Newcastle United fans, the excitement for the final was unmistakable and one of the most enthusiastic supporters was Doreen Hughes, whose brother, Gordon Hughes, played for Newcastle United in the 1950s.
The home transformed its cinema room into a football arena, where residents enjoyed a pint (and the occasional cocktail) while watching the match on the big screen. The atmosphere was lively, with ice creams served at half time and a traditional pie and peas tea at the final whistle.
Doreen was rooting for Manchester City to win, as this would have increased Newcastle’s chances of qualifying for the UEFA Conference League. Doreen shares her avid support for Newcastle United with her brother Gordon Hughes, who played as a winger for the team between 1956 and 1963.
Hughes made a total of 143 appearances for ‘The Magpies’, scoring 19 goals. He was known for his speed and stamina, becoming a regular fixture over his four seasons spent playing at St. James’s Park.
Seated front and centre, Doreen shared her thoughts on the event: “It might not have been the outcome we wanted from the match, but what a way to watch it! I felt like I was on the pitch. Next time I’ll have to invite my brother to watch with me. He would love it!”
Other residents echoed Doreen’s sentiments, appreciating the opportunity to watch the match together with their families and friends. Joanna Stanford, the Lifestyle Manager at DurhamGate, expressed her delight at the success of the event: “It’s great that we have a space like this, where we can make a real event out of games like this. The only thing that would have made the day better would be if we had seen North Eastern teams in the final.”
Samantha, the Front of House Manager, added: “It’s been lovely to share the afternoon with the residents, watching the match on our cinema screen. As the home continues to grow, I can only imagine the atmosphere over the summer months as our residents cheer on England in the Euros!”
The celebration of the FA Cup final at The DurhamGate Care Home was more than just a viewing; it was a memorable experience, bringing residents together in communal joy and sporting camaraderie. With summer approaching, the home is eagerly anticipating more such events, particularly as the residents look forward to supporting England in the upcoming Euros.
Adore care homes host monthly themed pop up restaurants where family and friends come together for an evening of fabulous food and drink.
Many care home residents loose the ability to easily go out for a meal, so at the DurhamGate a luxury care home in Durham, we bring the restaurant to the residents.
The theme for the May pop up was Italian, and as usual head chef pulled out all the stops for a whole day of culinary delights. This time however, Karl had Italian resident, Maria, who advised him on the recipies. She thoroughly enjoyed sharing her tips and tricks for Italian cooking and the end results were nothing short of sensational! Maria said the evening was ‘wonderful’ and she wasn’t the only one. Everyone who attended the event had a fantastic time!
Activities and trips out for residents living in care homes are an integral part of still feeling part of the community, however, often the most valuable is one that is meaningful to the individual and thus, truly person centred. David, one of our most charming gentleman residents’ at Weavers Court Care Home in Yeadon, was generously escorted and looked after at his granddaughter’s wedding by our very own Maintenance Manager, Phil. Giving up some of his own time this bank holiday, Phil made this possible for David and his family. An overnight stay at Newmarket, many miles from Weavers Court and chaperoned during the wedding day enabled David to enjoy this fantastic family occasion. All of our staff are fully trained in care and our maintenance team are no exception. Well done Phil and congratulation’s David.
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Offering the highest quality residential and dementia care in a luxury setting.
Adore Care is so very happy to be able to bring our high standard of residential and dementia care to The DurhamGate in County Durham. With an emphasis on luxury living, our residents are well-cared for in fabulous surroundings with nutritious balanced home-cooked meals and an activities programme that includes movie nights in our cinema and quizzes to keep minds ticking over. En-suite rooms offer comforting personal space while our airy and spacious communal areas allow our community to come together to enjoy all-inclusive living.
Cinema
Landscape Gardens
Bar
Garden Room
Library
Beauty Salon
Tea Rooms
Luxury Communal Spaces
We believe we offer the highest quality residential and dementia residential care in County Durham, but don’t take our word for it.
Hear from the people who matter the most, our residents and their families.
The DurhamGate tailors our care to the precise needs of each resident on an individual basis, from medical support they receive to their favourite foods and even what they like to chat about.
For residents with memory loss or dementia, we offer specialised care from our trained team of carers. We treat all of our residents with the dignity and care that they deserve.
We welcome short term residents, whether as a bridge between hospital and home or as a respite stay for loved ones. Short term residents benefit from our caring environment.
Mouth watering meals cooked by trained chefs, taliored to your personal preference
Our highly trained team were handpicked for their compassion and caring nature.
No hidden costs mean you can rest easy knowing your every need is taken care of.
General Manager
Karen has over 30 years’ experience working within the care industry. Starting as a care assistant she was promoted to gain her first care home managers role at the age of 23! After relocating to Australia for three years, she returned to the care management role and went onto successfully commission four elderly care homes. Within the same organisation, she then worked as an Operation’s Manager supporting the groups homes. Due to the sale of the business, she returned to the management role and upheld an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission.
Karen is committed to providing the residents with the best possible person-centred care. She has extensively travelled throughout the world but is now a self-declared crazy cat lady!
Deputy Manager
Michelle has worked in care for 16 years. She started as a Healthcare Assistant in the community, worked as a senior carer for past 6 years and gained her level 5 in Healthcare Management and Leadership while managing a day centre.
She feels very lucky to have such a rewarding job. She loves making people smile and is a great listener and her infectious laugh is enough to brighten anyone’s day. She is looking forward to developing her career as a deputy and supporting the staff team.
Front of House Manager
Samantha has over 10 years’ experience in the care industry, previously working as an Activities Manager for another care home and as Care Home Entertainer, specialising in music therapy for those living with Dementia. Her career as a professional singer has seen her perform all over the country at major 1940’s events, alongside Scarborough Spa Orchestra, in the chorus of Swansea City Opera, for the Duchess of Northumberland and has even duetted with Michael Bublé.
She is passionate about working with elderly people in care and believes it’s important to build strong relationships with both residents and their families to ensure they get the most out of living at the DurhamGate and she doesn’t take much encouragement to join in with a sing along!
Phone us 7 x days a week between 9am and 5pm on 0191 3293 765
The DurhamGate Care Home,
Durham Gate,
County Durham,
DL16 6GF
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Health, happiness, vitality and wellbeing are central to everything we do for our residents. By providing the right level of care and support for each person living with us, Weavers Court will promote a better quality of life.
Everything about Weavers Court has been developed to ensure our residents are at the heart of everything we do, from our layout to our finishing touches. Weavers Court is state of the art and, for you, this means that it is easy for you to navigate, completed to a high standard of luxury and it’s safe and secure for you. We’ve thought of everything, from en suite private rooms and landscaped gardens, to delicious, nutritious home-cooked meals and wonderful community spaces in which new friendships are formed.
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General Manager
Mariyam Jogi is an accomplished care home manager and has worked in the sector for over 20 years across, residential, nursing and mental health. She has managed various roles in different care settings and holds an NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care Management. Mariyam enjoys literature, walking and plays badminton and football!
Care Manager
I moved to the UK in 2005 and started my career as a care assistant, I quickly realised that this career is for me because I like to care for people and make the difference in their lives. I am passionate about providing the best possible care and I am eager to provide this while at Weavers Court.
My job role is very unique and rewarding and I am happy to see the residents who consider Weavers Court as their new home and our care team as part of their family.
My main aim is to create the place to all our residents full of friendship and positive atmosphere.
In my spare time I enjoy visiting different counties and learn about their culture and lifestyle. At home care for my lovely cats, and I like gardening.
Deputy Manager
Nicola has worked in care for 7 years starting as a care assistant and progressing to her current position of Deputy Manager and recently passed her Level 5 in Health Care Management and Leadership.
Nicola loves making a positive difference to residents’ lives by contributing to their health, happiness and wellbeing as well as making life that little bit easier for them. Knowing this, provides Nicola with a real sense of achievement that’s difficult to experience in any other role.
Deputy Manager
I started my care journey 24 years ago as a care assistant, my ambition and compassion of care lead me to achieve Deputy Manager’s position at Weavers Court which I adore!
I love to build good relations with my residents & family members, making a positive difference to the residents’ lives, this gives me great satisfaction.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, especially my Grandson & relaxing on holiday in Greece.
Front of House
My role here at Weavers Court, will be to offer a friendly face to the residents and families. I understand and appreciate the stresses and anxieties we can have when moving a loved one into a care home. I will be there to support and guide you through the transition.
Our home offers the highest level of care tailored to our residents’ needs. Our care team also spends their time truly connecting with and talking to our residents, learning more about them to deliver care and activities that are bespoke to them.
Adore care boasts:
We offer specialised care for sufferers of dementia and memory loss. Our team is highly qualified and trained to deliver the highest levels of care. At our home, we take time and work with patience to help those residents that are dealing with dementia with dignity and respect.
Our respite residents are welcomed to Weavers Court as a vital part of our community. Short-term residents receive the same level and degree of care, compassion and love as our longer-term residents and will adore their stay at Weavers Court.
FIRST-IN-CLASS FACILITIES
There are Lounge and Dining Rooms on each floor along with additional facilities including a Cinema Room, Library, Tea Room, Quiet Lounge, Garden Room and Landscaped Gardens. On the top floor is our Sky Bar, a cocktail lounge where residents can enjoy pre or after dinner drinks.
SUSTAINABILITY AT THE HEART OF OUR HOME
The home has a comfort cooling system and underfloor heating. We are carbon neutral and our energy needs are toward self-sufficiency.
We run entirely on electricity and have no gas so we will be better protected against escalating costs, nor will we be affected by short-term power cuts.
If you would like to find out about our services or speak to our team about our home, then please contact us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
The home is close to the junction of the A65 and A658 near the well known “JCT 600” roundabout. The vicinity is served by multiple bus services and good connections by road.
Phone us 7 x days a week between 9am and 5pm on 0113 465 3000.
Text our care home mobile phone number: 07548 766390.
Weavers Court,
Naylor Avenue,
Yeadon Nr Rawdon, Leeds,
LS19 7FG
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