Abbeyfield Scotland

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Residents in 14 Abbeyfield shared Houses – where the average age is 88 – have voted overwhelmingly to join Blackwood Homes and Care. A secret ballot of 106 Abbeyfield residents earlier this year saw them vote by a 99% majority to transfer to Blackwood.

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Abbeyfield Scotland’s house, Paterson Court in Haddington, has begun a significant refurbishment programme this week. The supported accommodation complex will see ten units refurbished with new en-suite bathrooms, an enhanced decking area in the communal gardens, a new laundry facility, and th

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Abbeyfield Scotland has welcomed occupational therapy students Rebecca McVeigh and Caoimhe Curran from Queen Margaret University on placement for ten weeks. The first time the housing association has had occupational therapy students, it is hoped the innovative project will bring many health be

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Neil McKay, the managing director of regeneration firm Urban Union Ltd, has been appointed to serve on the board of social landlord Abbeyfield Scotland Ltd. Mr McKay, who has been at the helm of Urban Union since 2016, has been elected onto Abbeyfield’s board due to his experien

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During the last few months, organisations across the housing sector have been relying on technology in a way that no one could ever envisage. More crucially, it has made everyone realise how dependant organisations are on efficient access to information.

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Abbeyfield Scotland has appointed Stephen Whitehead as property & compliance officer and Laura Brodie as marketing & communications officer. Stephen is on board to ensure that Abbeyfield continues to excel in the provision of safe, secure, and quality accommodation. With a strong background

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Abbeyfield Scotland has been recognised for its support for older people with two prestigious awards. Abbeyfield House in Greenock received a regional gold award at the National Housing for Older People Awards before going on to collect the National Gold Award for Best UK Retirement Housing scheme u

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Ken Robertson has been appointed chairman of the Abbeyfield Scotland Board from his previous role as vice-chair. A former corporate relations director at Diageo, Ken brings strong strategic leadership skills to the Board, as well as experience in governance and stakeholder engagement.

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Incoming chair Helen Barclay and outgoing chair Jim Craigie James Craigie has retired from the role of chairman at independent living provider Abbeyfield Scotland after a decade of dedicated service on the Board.

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