Woodland View Lodge Care Home

17/09/2026

💙 Working in care is about so much more than helping with daily tasks. 💙

It's the little moments that truly make a difference. The moments that build trust, create connections, and bring a smile to someone's day.

Our lovely Jude perfectly demonstrated this recently when she happily let one of our residents plait her hair. Such a simple gesture, but one that brought so much joy and sparked wonderful conversation and laughter.

These are the moments that make care so special. They remind us that it's not just about providing support, it's about building meaningful relationships, sharing experiences, and making every day enjoyable.

Well done, Jude, for embodying the kindness, patience, and compassion that make Woodland View Lodge such a wonderful place to call home. ❤️

💙😊

16/09/2026

🎉🎂 Birthday Wishes! 🎂🎉

We love celebrating birthdays here at Woodland View Lodge, and recently we had the pleasure of celebrating the birthday of our lovely Ruth!

Our talented Chef kindly created a beautiful birthday cake especially for the occasion, which was enjoyed alongside family, friends, and staff as we came together to make Ruth's day extra special.

There were plenty of smiles, laughter, and wonderful memories made as everyone helped Ruth celebrate her special day. We hope you had the most fantastic birthday, Ruth! 💐❤️

❤️🎂🥳

15/09/2026

Moving into a care home can feel like a daunting step for many people, but it can also be the beginning of a wonderful new chapter.

Leaving behind the worries of running a home and managing daily tasks allows more time to relax, enjoy life, and focus on what really matters. Most importantly, it's an opportunity to make new friendships and become part of a supportive community.

As you can see from this lovely photo, these three ladies, who are all fairly new to living with us, have quickly become friends. They were spotted enjoying a lovely lunchtime chat together, accompanied by a glass of wine and plenty of laughter. It's moments like these that make our home such a special place. ❤️🍷

14/09/2026

It was so lovely to welcome Cameron Lemmer today to entertain our residents with some wonderful songs. 🎶

We sang, we danced, we laughed, and we even shed a few tears. Music truly has a special way of bringing back memories and stirring emotions, and today was a perfect reminder of that. ❤️

A huge thank you to Cameron for such a wonderful visit and for bringing so much joy to our residents. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon! 😊

03/09/2026

❤️ Sometimes it's the simple moments that mean the most.

We recently captured a lovely moment of one of our team members spending some quality one-to-one time with a resident over a game of Scrabble. There was plenty of friendly competition, and laughter going on.

At Woodland View Lodge, we believe that care is about so much more than supporting someone with their daily needs. It's about building relationships, sharing experiences, and taking the time to connect with each person as an individual.

These social moments together help create a sense of belonging, boost wellbeing, and bring joy to everyday life. It's often these meaningful interactions that make all the difference. 💙

02/09/2026

🎵💃 Music has a wonderful way of bringing people together, lifting our spirits, and getting us moving!

Our residents recently enjoyed a fantastic session filled with singing, dancing, and plenty of smiles. The room was full of laughter, energy, and happy memories as everyone joined in with their favourite tunes.

Music is so important for both our wellbeing and physical health. It encourages movement, boosts confidence, sparks memories, and creates meaningful moments shared with friends.

It was wonderful to see residents singing along, dancing, and having fun together. The positive atmosphere was contagious and left everyone feeling uplifted. ❤️

01/09/2026

At Woodland View Lodge, we believe that maintaining independence and having choice in everyday life is so important.

One of our residents enjoys pottering around the kitchen and helping to tidy up. While these tasks may seem small, they provide a sense of purpose, achievement, and familiarity.

We are committed to supporting our residents to continue doing the things they enjoy for as long as they wish. By putting the right support in place, we enable residents to remain as independent as possible and continue taking part in meaningful daily activities.

After all, care is not about doing everything for someone. It's about empowering people to do the things that matter most to them. ❤️

31/08/2026

28/08/2026

What a lovely way to end the working week! 😊

Our Regional Director, Sarah, joined residents for their fitness class with Bertie today, and judging by the amount of laughter coming from the lounge, we're not entirely convinced everyone was taking the exercise too seriously! 😂

There were plenty of smiles, lots of fun, and a wonderful atmosphere all round. Thank you, Bertie, for another fantastic session helping us stay active while having a great time! 💪❤️

25/08/2026

🌿 Come and visit us today at Exeter Garden Centre 🌿

Our friendly team is here to chat about life at Woodland View Lodge and the exceptional, person-centred care we provide every day.

Whether you're exploring care options for yourself or a loved one, we'd love to meet you, answer your questions, and tell you more about our wonderful home, vibrant community, and dedicated team.

📍 Find us at Exeter Garden Centre and say hello!