Making an entrance County Durham style!

“It was just to make it more appealing to our lads & when their families visit” Bev Hutchinson, Oaklea A change is gonna come – and wow – they did it with style! People Oaklea support in County Durham wanted to refresh their surrounds. Our England is a garden that is full of stately views,Of…

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The 7 Keys to Partying – Sam has got this!

What a weekend – Oaklea staff celebrated in style – ensuring those we support make the most of life -and take time to celebrate the great things we often take for granted – friends, family and good times! Lets head to the garden – for a Party – oh you’re already underway! Life’s a beach…

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Oaklea web captures us together!

It is often stated the power of the web knows no bounds….well here is a tale that truly lives up to that. Our very own Oaklea Finance supremo, Charles Holdsworth, is the living embodiment of that. Earlier this year his son – also called Charles – bit of a theme here – who he had…

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Dan – he’s no mug – he’s lovin’ it

“They’re all doing really well and are achieving lots of goals in life which is great to see.” Patricia Lee, Team Manager, Murton This is Dan – we’re gonna tell you a bit about him as he gets up to all sorts in the NE! Dan lives in Murton near Seaham in County Durham. Dan…

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It’s D-Day for Helen as she goes back in time!

This week we’re supporting Carers Week -and we have 2 very appropriate examples of how our care teams ensure those we support make the most of their lives. For those about to go travelling -we salute you! Oaklea’s Paulina Mallee has just returned from taking Helen from Kendal on a fun packed trip to the…

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Hats off to Volunteering!

This week marks Volunteers Week – something which we mark each year. We welcome volunteers here at Oaklea Group – you can get hands on at our community enterprises – The Furniture Warehouse or Appleby Hub! In the past we have featured those who give up their time with us. These have included people like…

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