Elderly
Dwight Capital, its affiliate REIT Dwight Mortgage Trust (DMT), and Dwight Healthcare Funding (DHF) have collectively provided $284 million in seniors housing financings during the third quarter of 2025. The transactions involved a mix of HUD, bridge, and revolving line of credit financings across 14 states. Notable deals include a
City councils
Despite long-running campaigns by residents to save Knowle Manor, a residential care home in Morley, Leeds City Council is now pushing to put the building up for auction. The move comes as the council faces a significant financial challenge, requiring it to save more than £100m this financial year. The
City councils
Despite initial concerns regarding compliance with local and national planning policy, Peterborough City Council has approved an application to convert a bungalow at 185A London Road into a residential care home. The decision was made on October 23, 2023, after the council worked with the applicant to address issues and
City councils
Helsingborg Municipality in Sweden has approved a comprehensive urban development plan that aims to transform the city's industrial port into a modern, vibrant space. The plan, which will be discussed by the city council, includes several key components, such as a 50-meter swimming pool, a sea bath, and
Dementia
A study conducted at the New Jersey Institute of Technology has found that wearable sensors can accurately measure and predict individual circadian light exposure for nursing home residents with dementia. The research used a combination of laboratory experiments and on-site data collection to develop and validate calibration and predictive models
Dementia
A free dementia care workshop is being hosted by Fleetwood Hall Care Home on November 4, aiming to provide essential information and support to those caring for individuals with dementia. The interactive session will be led by expert speakers and cover key topics such as effective communication, managing behavioral changes,
Dementia
Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed practical screening approaches for identifying participants with dementia for research in nursing home studies. The study involved a descriptive analysis of screening data from a pain clinical practice guideline in nursing homes, with financial support from the NIH National Institute on Aging
Fund raising
The event was a grand success, with a delicious spread of sandwiches and cakes, created by the home's talented kitchen team, and a joyous atmosphere provided by singer Becky Gee. The raffle, drawn on Wednesday, August 27, raised a fantastic total of £138.05 for Breast Cancer Now.
Mayors
Councillor Iain Cameron, mayor of Wantage, officially opened a redesigned dementia care floor at Elmbrook Court care home, offering a calm and quiet environment for residents living with dementia. The new facility features dementia-friendly designs, including vibrant pink corridor light shades, a multi-sensory room, and an old-fashioned dressing table to
Mayors
Resident households at Mantles Court Care Home took part in a creative challenge to decorate their balcony or patio spaces. The results were impressive, featuring a variety of beautiful plants, decorations, and water features. Councillor Woodhead attended the event, chatting with residents and team members, and awarded first place to
Charities
A long-standing property on Walsgrave Road, formerly home to the Coventry-based charity Life Path Trust, is set to be demolished to make way for an 80-bed care home. Documents submitted as part of the planning application outline plans for a new facility that would include private communal gardens, patio access,
Charities
A team from Cumnor Hill House care home near Oxford completed this year's Race for Life, raising over £1,500 for Cancer Research UK. The team, consisting of residents, staff, and families, crossed the finish line in Oxford's University Parks, with each member individually sponsored for
