VE Day 2025: Dunluce Healthcare residents reflect on the 80th anniversary

9th May 2025

As the UK celebrates the 80th anniversary of VE Day, residents at Dunluce Healthcare have been reflecting on their memories of the celebrations that followed the momentous announcement that World War 2 was over. “It was a day I’ll never forget”, said Winifred Mullan, a resident at The Peninsula in Newtownards, who was only 15 at the time. “I paraded with the Girl Guides through the streets of Lisburn in the afternoon, before having a celebration tea with our company and heading back out in the evening. “There was a terrific atmosphere, and all of Lisburn was out on the…

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A cup of kindness: Gortacharn Nursing Home raises over £1000 for Marie Curie

18th April 2025

Gortacharn Nursing Home, located in Lisnaskea and owned by Dunluce Healthcare, has raised over £1000 for Marie Curie, an organisation that provides essential services for individuals with terminal illness and their families. The funds were raised through a series of community-driven events, including a Coffee Afternoon, raffle, and generous donations from visitors, family members of residents, and staff. The donation underscores Dunluce Healthcare’s dedication to community wellness as it equips Marie Curie with funds needed to make a positive impact in the Fermanagh area. Ryan Smith, Dunluce Healthcare’s Chief Executive, said: “We are thrilled to have raised such a significant…

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Dunluce Healthcare’s Amy Black awarded Apprentice of The Year

17th April 2025

Amy Black, Senior Residential Lead at Bangor-based Oakmont Lodge, which is owned by Dunluce Healthcare, has been awarded Apprentice of the Year at the 2025 South Eastern Regional College (SERC) Awards in the Health and Social Care category. Amy was praised for her exceptional commitment to professional development, compassionate approach to care, and her leadership in supporting both residents and staff. Amy commented: “It is an honour to be awarded Apprentice of the Year. “I’m incredibly grateful to my mentors and colleagues at Dunluce Healthcare who have supported me every step of the way. “My experience has not only developed…

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The Peninsula named one of Northern Ireland’s top 20 care homes

31st March 2025

The Peninsula, owned by Dunluce Healthcare, has ranked as one of Northern Ireland’s Top 20 Care Homes within the first year of its opening, achieving an impressive score of 9.7 out of 10. Located in Newtownards, The Peninsula became one of the fastest-filled new care homes in the UK due to its hotel-style accommodation, luxurious facilities, and exceptional person-centred care. The Top 20 Care Homes list, which is compiled annually by carehome.co.uk, is based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends. Ryan Smith, Chief Executive at Dunluce Healthcare, commented: “As the newest addition to Dunluce Healthcare, The…

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Hillcrest Care Home and Hillside Residential newsletter: March 2025

10th March 2025

Read all the latest news from Hillcrest Care Home & Hillside Residential in the March newsletter which can be viewed here.

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The Peninsula newsletter: March 2025

5th March 2025

Read all the latest news from The Peninsula in the March newsletter which can be viewed here.

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Oakmont Lodge newsletter: January 2025

23rd January 2025

Read all the latest news from Oakmont Lodge in the January newsletter which can be viewed here.

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Gortacharn Residential & Nursing Home newsletter: December 2024

6th December 2024

Read all the latest news from Gortacharn Residential & Nursing Home in the December newsletter which can be viewed here.

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Hillcrest Care Home & Hillside Residential newsletter: November 2024

19th November 2024

Read all the latest news from Hillcrest Care Home & Hillside Residential in the November newsletter which can be viewed here.

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The Peninsula newsletter: November 2024

12th November 2024

Read all the latest news from The Peninsula in the November newsletter which can be viewed here.

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Dining

Dining

Delicious, well-balanced and nutritious meals, with a regularly changing menu from our resident chefs, providing home-made dishes using the best local ingredients.

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Facilities

Self-care is important and feeling pampered is easy thanks to our wellbeing and salon facilities and regular visits from hairdressers, beauty therapists and masseuses.

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Activities

Through fun and therapeutic activities such as dance classes, music sessions, games and arts and crafts, our residents maintain an active lifestyle and build friendships.

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From full-time nursing and residential care to specialised care such as respite and palliative, our packages can be tailored to meet the needs of each individual resident.

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The Peninsula:

4 Castlebawn Road
Newtownards, BT23 8AL

028 9131 0296
peninsula@dunlucehealthcare.com

Gortacharn:

21 Nutfield Road
Lisnaskea, BT92 0LB

028 6772 1030 info@dunlucehealthcare.com