The Charlotte Straker Project

The latest update to our rolling refurbishment programme is the installation of a brand new wet room in a downstairs room. This has been funded by a generous donation from Cllr Nick Oliver Northumberland County Councillor - thank you! charlottestraker.org.uk/brand-new-bath…

As a result of Storm Arwen, our phone system and internet is not working. As a result of this we cannot make or receive calls on our land-line or send or receive any emails. Please click here for emergency contact numbers charlottestraker.org.uk

We were visited by Environmental Health last week for an unannounced kitchen audit. We're delighted to report that our kitchen passed with flying colours and after the inspection, we were awarded a five star food hygiene rating, which we're now proudly displaying

You may have seen the new stone wall appearing at the bottom of our drive. The wall is being built by Ray and Peter from the Northumbrian branch of the Dry Stone Walling Association and will be the base of a brand new sign, to replace the old white board. More pics as it happens!

We are absolutely delighted to have received a grant of £5,000 for our Respite Care Bed from the @WestonFdn . The grant will be a great support and essential to the future of our respite service, which costs over £52,000 per annum. Read more charlottestraker.org.uk/5000-for-our-r…

Recycle Your Ink Cartridges and Help Support The Charlotte Straker Project. Did you know that you can help us raise #funds simply by #recycling your ink cartridges? For more info click charlottestraker.org.uk/recycle-your-i…

Last week our residents enjoyed an afternoon making Christmas decorations out of festive paper, ribbons and fabric. They had a busy time and enjoyed a chat and cuppa whilst they crafted. Margaret told us "I love making things like this, especially for Christmas".

#happybirthday to Cathy who is 99 years young! She had a wonderful day with her family and enjoyed her cake, cards and presents. Many Happy Returns from all the staff, trustees and volunteers. #carehome #carehomeresidents

To celebrate #TrusteesWeek we are thanking all our past and current #trustees. Anna Blackett has been a Trustee at Charlotte Straker Project since 2000. "It can be a hugely important and exciting role and I’ve forged some wonderful friendships" Read more-charlottestraker.org.uk/celebrating-tr…

Our senior care assistant, Kerry, has been appointed as a #Covid Link Coordinator at our #carehome and is now responsible for all processes involved in Covid testing, infection control training and maintenance of key Covid documentation. Well done to Kerry from all the team!

Pam, our Registered Manager, is taking part in the "100 Miles for Cancer" and will be taking part in a challenge to walk #100milesforcancer throughout October to fundraise for @macmillancancer . You can donate to Pam's challenge at her fundraising site facebook.com/donate/9656591…

We have begun daily coffee sessions in our upstairs and downstairs lounges, which are a great chance for our residents to meet, chat, and enjoy a home baked biscuit and slice of cake. These coffee sessions will be held every day, and are open to all residents.

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Congratulations to our lovely resident Jimmy, who celebrated his 90th birthday last week. He enjoyed a wonderful party with friends and family sitting outside in the sunshine and loved opening his cards and presents.

The TYNEDALE GIFT FAIR is back for 2021 and has a new home at the Tynedale Farmer Function Suite at the Hexham Mart on Monday 1st Nov and Tuesday 2nd Nov. Our Crafty Women will be there - for more information visit facebook.com/events/1552927…

Alex Gordon ran the Kielder marathon on Sunday, on behalf of our Respite Care Bed. Alex is a keen runner, and enjoyed running in such a scenic setting, especially as he has spent a lot of weekends in Kielder with family and friends. uk.virginmoneygiving.com/AlexGordon23

We were visited last week by the NHS "Roving Vaccination Unit" which came to give our residents and staff their third "booster" Covid vaccination - more here charlottestraker.org.uk/booster-vaccin… #carehomeheroes #carehome #BoosterShots #CovidVaccine

Our resident Colin has been making full use of our brand new jigsaw table, which was bought with donated funds. "It's great and I can fit all the pieces on the table plus the box, so I can see what I'm doing!" #carehome #carers #charity #donations #ElderlyCare

We are delighted to announce that our supporter, Susan Stevenson, has completed her slimming challenge and has lost an incredible 38 pounds, as well as raising £1085 for the Respite Care Bed at the Charlotte Straker Project. charlottestraker.org.uk/susan-raises-o…

Our Trustee Maureen took part in last week's Great North Run, to raise funds for our Respite Care Bed. She managed to complete the course in 2 hours and 28 minutes and raised over £500 for our charity. She says "Thank you for all who have supported me. It was a great day!"