The Grief That Starts Before Goodbye

Grief is not a single moment. It isn’t just the final breath, the last phone call, or the quiet closing of a door.  Grief can begin long before goodbye, long before... Read more

Nursing Home Celebrates Diwali, The Festival of Lights

Hatherleigh Nursing Home in Okehampton, Devon, celebrated Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, with a day dedicated to culture, cuisine, and community.   The home, which supports individuals on a... Read more

Tamsin Morgan, My Journey Through Hatherleigh Nursing Home

I began my journey at Hatherleigh Nursing Home and into care on 8th September 2016, stepping into a world that would challenge me, move me and ultimately shape who I... Read more

Rain or Shine, Nursing Home’s Annual BBQ Welcomes Loved Ones

Hatherleigh Nursing Home in Okehampton, Devon, held its annual family BBQ for its relatives, friends and family members (residents). This event is usually held in the nursing homes modern outdoor... Read more

Nursing Home Celebrates Fish and Chip Day with Classic Chippy Experience

Hatherleigh Nursing Home, near Okehampton in Devon, marked National Fish and Chip Day with a themed celebration that brought the traditional British chippy experience straight to their home. Family members... Read more

Maintenance Training Day 2025

From plumbing repairs to fire safety checks, Evolve Care Group recently held a hands-on maintenance training day held at Evolve’s training academy in Bristol. Designed around real-life moments in care,... Read more

Celebrating Victory Day at Hatherleigh Nursing Home

Hatherleigh Nursing Home, in Okehampton, Devon, recently had a celebration that brought together family members (residents), relatives and the team to honour the 80th anniversary of Victory Day. The dining... Read more

Local Nursing Home Sponsors Girls Football Team

Hatherleigh Nursing Home is proud to support the next generation by sponsoring new kits for Hatherleigh Primary School’s all-girls football team. This collaboration reflects the strong community spirit that the... Read more

A Calling to the Land, Faith and His Family: Leslie Gilbert, 99 Years Young

Today at Hatherleigh Nursing Home, we tell the story of Leslie Gilbert, a family member (resident) living here, who recently celebrated his 99th birthday. A lifelong farmer, devoted preacher and... Read more