Kath’s mother passed away tragically in 1925 when Kath was just three years old. With her young life forever changed, Kath grew up with only fleeting memories of her mother. Over the years, she clung to a (now) 99-year-old receipt from the funeral directors that hinted at her mother’s burial in an unmarked grave. Despite numerous attempts by friends to locate the exact site, the grave remained elusive—until last year, when Kath shared her dream with the staff at Silver Oaks.
Moved by Kath’s story, the team set out on a fact-finding mission to uncover the location of the grave. With persistence and care, they succeeded in pinpointing the exact plot. Along the way, they uncovered additional details about Kath’s mother’s life and passing, pieces of history that had been lost to time. To ensure these memories were preserved, the team compiled the information into a beautiful scrapbook—a tribute to Kath’s enduring connection with her mother.
While plans to visit the grave were in motion, the unpredictable British weather and Kath’s declining health presented challenges. Yet, the determination to fulfill her wish never wavered. On November 20th, with snow on the ground and a chill in the air, the team decided: Today was the day.
Every detail of the visit was thoughtfully prepared. Kevin, one of our talented staff members, crafted a handmade cross for the grave, while Ana arranged for a beautiful plaque to be created. Flowers and tasteful decorations were gathered to adorn the site, and Kath was accompanied by her close friends Rob and Daphne. It was a day built on love and collaboration, with all the staff involved showing their support.
Standing at her mother’s grave for the first time, Kath shared a heartfelt prayer, her words filled with love and longing. Kevin read a touching eulogy about the bond between a mother and child, bringing tears to the eyes of everyone present. It was a profound moment—a celebration of a life remembered and a connection that transcends time.
Despite the biting cold, the atmosphere was warm with camaraderie and care. The sight of the handmade cross, plaque, and flowers symbolised not only Kath’s love for her mother but also the compassion of the Silver Oaks community. It was a day that none of us will forget.
At Silver Oaks, we are deeply honored to have played a part in fulfilling Kath’s wish. Kath’s story is a testament to the enduring power of love, and we are proud to have helped her close this chapter with dignity and grace.
Welcome to our November newsletter! As the days grow shorter and the leaves fall, we’ve been keeping spirits high with a variety of fun, creative, and meaningful activities for our residents. Here’s a glimpse into the exciting events we’ve enjoyed recently and a preview of what’s to come this festive season.
Whether you’re choosing a care home for yourself, or you’re a relative wanting to help your loved one find the perfect place, there are a lot of factors to consider.
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A day in life of a carer at Silver Oaks is never easy but is always rewarding. Our carers put our residents’ health and happiness at the forefront of their working day. Two days working at our boutique care home are never the same.
We spoke to our carers about what their life is like working at Silver Oaks, and what their day looks like from the minute they begin, to the second they finish up for the night.
At Silver Oaks, we understand that our boutique, care home is our residents’ home too and we make every effort to ensure your loved ones are looked after and made to feel at home.
This is especially important during the winter season, when the temperature drops and the environment outside gets a lot harsher.
There are a lot of different types of care available, and even more kinds of care homes, all specialising in varied aspects of responsibilities and attention.
One type of care home that can be hugely beneficial to residents is the boutique care home. different from other care homes, like nursing and residential, simply because it’s smaller and provides a more personalised environment. But why should you consider a boutique care home for your loved one and what benefits do they have over the other types of care available.
Everyone is welcome to join us in our beautiful garden on Saturday 4th August. There will be live entertainment, including a theatre production, local craft stalls, games, hot food, raffle, tombola, drinks and delicious homemade cakes. We will be collecting for a chosen charity TBC.
