Highfield House News

At Highfield House, we have the privilege of working with the most incredible people and their families. We often meet them at a different stage in life—one that can be challenging, especially when dementia changes how loved ones are known and remembered. Dementia is a thief of time. It slowly takes away memories, connections, and precious moments. It’s heart-breaking to say, but every three minutes, dementia steals a happily ever after. That’s why we are committed to raising awareness and funds by cycling 125 miles around our Castlemeadow Care homes to show the people we support that we are dedicated to finding a cure, to bring hope to families, and honour those we care for every day. Research is the only chance of changing the ending for people affected by dementia. We are looking for 10 keen cycle enthusiasts to join us for the 125 mile Strive Ride! All cyclists need to be able to physically take part in the activity with road worthy equipment. We are raising money for the UK's leading dementia research charity. All registrations will need to be emailed to Natalie.Gray@castlemeadow.co.uk . There is a £5.00 entry fee to donate straight to the charity page. https://www.justgiving.com/page/highfieldhouse

Environmental Health Officers regularly inspect the food hygiene levels and cleanliness of kitchens in care homes. Recently they have been to inspect Highfield House as part of their routine inspection process. As a result of their excellent approach to food safety they were awarded a rating of 5 which is the highest possible rating that can be achieved. Congratulations to the kitchen team at Highfield House. 

Huge congratulations as our residents and the team at Highfield House celebrated the success of our General Manager for being the winner in a Norfolk competition. Martin was the winner achieving first place in the Norfolk Masters Deadlift Competition 2023 which was held in Dereham. With a winning lift of 230kg Martin commented, "Its official I am now the strongest Manager in Castlemeadow Care" In June Martin plans to compete in his next scheduled competition which is England’s Strongest Master.

Huge congratulations to Shelia Spillings from Highfield House for winning The Unpaid Carer Award at The Great British Care Awards in Milton Keynes on Friday. We had a wonderful evening with Gill Burrows from Highfield House also being highly commended for The Ancillary Worker Award. Martin Bargeman our General Manager of Highfield House accepted the award on behalf of Sheila who was unable to attend the evening. Well done to our other four finalists. We are so proud of you all.

At Castlemeadow Care, we truly appreciate each employee at our company. As a thank you, a chocolate Valentines hamper and personalised card has been delivered to show our love.

Today, Castlemeadow Care is delighted to share that residents at the Highfield House in Halesworth have received their vaccines. Thank you to all of our wonderful staff and nurses.

Congratulations to the fantastic and hard working team at Highfield House for achieving a GOOD rating in their recent CQC Inspection.

Burns Night is in full swing at Highfield House with kilts & tartan galore. Our residents are enjoying a Scottish themed menu of neeps, tattie’s and haggis to a backdrop of bagpipe music being played throughout the home. We also had a whisky tasting and home-made Dundee cake. A great time was had by all

Our residents at Highfield House enjoyed a trip to the panto to see Puss-in-Boots at the Fisher Theatre, Bungay. There were ice creams and treats to be enjoyed and plenty of ‘it’s behind you’ to shout throughout the performance. We would like to say a huge thanks to the cast who turned the afternoon into a really special occasion