Hereford Times - 14th January 2016 - Page 44

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Date of Publication 14th January 2016
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THE HEREFORD TIMES Thursday, January 14, 2016
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Introducing the Rotherwood
Group
Claridge Nursing Homes is
delighted to announce an
exciting new phase in the
organisation's development,
as it moves ahead with
exciting plans which will
see the business operate
outside of Herefordshire for
the first time.
The Rotherwood Group
brings together Claridge
Nursing Homes with its
long term business partner
Fennell Financial.
Richard Claridge, Chief
Executive of the newly
formed Rotherwood Group,
said “I feel so proud to
see Claridge Nursing
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Fresh from celebrating its
125th anniversary year in style,
local charity ECHO is already
planning another memorable
year, supporting its members to
lead inclusive and fulfilled lives.
From small beginnings in 1990,
ECHO has grown to become
, one of the largest providers of
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opportunities and activities for
disabled people in Herefordshire.
‘We pride ourselves on being a
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their Chief Officer, Fiona Ritchie
‘and find ways to make sure that
our members are included in
ever aspect of running ECHO’.
Fresh from celebrating its
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meets weekly to discuss decisions
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that will affect ECHO and the
support it offers.
The work the organisation does
extends beyond providing high
quality services. The team of
dedicated staff, many of whom
have been with the charity since
its’ beginning, have a wealth
of experience and connections
within the sector. This places
them in a strong position to
speak up for their members at a
local level and beyond.
the 25 projects running and the
kettle on. All ages are attracted
to take up the wide range of
volunteering opportunities.
Whether it is to gain experience
for future employment or to
enhance retirement there is
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something for everyone. With a
comprehensive induction and
support package they quickly
become an integral and valued
part of the charity. The annual
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one example of how they go the
extra mile to break down barriers
that can exist for those working
with disabilities for the first time.
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Homes spread its wings
and blossom into this new
chapter of its history. “
He added, “Most of the
changes are happening at
a Group level. There will
be very little change at the
individual Nursing Homes —
daily life and the standard
of care we offer will be
unaffected. We provide
some of the very best care
in the county from Lynhales
Hall, Hampton Grange and
Gwen Walford House and
we don’t want that to change
in any way."
John Fennell, Chief
Financial Officer, said,
“The Rotherwood Group
will continue to build upon
the values of Claridge
This includes having supported ECHO’s commitment to with‘ ECHO contact Denise
Trustee Board members and an volunteers is also evident with 90 Kerwood, our Volunteer Co—
elected representative group that people regularly helping to keep ordinator.
a new
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Nursing Homes - aiming to
be the best and strive for
excellence in all aspects of
the services we offer. We
have recently purchased
another care home in
Telford, which is undergoing
extensive refurbishment
work. and will shortly be
taking ownership of another
home in Droitwich.”
He went on, “I believe we
have created a unique
offering within the Care
Home sector. We have
proven track record of
running excellent rated
care homes, along with
the expertise of providing
industry specific financial
support services.”
Richard Claridge. Chief Executive
of the Rotherwood Group
John Fennell. Chief Financial
Officer of the Rotherwood Group
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