305 years’ service celebrated at Foxearth Lodge

Foxearth Lodge, a cherished cornerstone of the Saxtead community, celebrated an astonishing 305 years of combined service by its devoted team members in a heartwarming celebration of commitment and excellence.

The event, attended by Healthcare Homes’ Chief Executive Gordon Cochrane, was a fitting tribute to the 16 remarkable individuals who have contributed to the legacy of Foxearth Lodge. Among them, three exceptional team members have dedicated an impressive four decades each to the Suffolk home, embodying the spirit of unwavering loyalty and passion.

Roxanne Cutajar, the Home Manager of Foxearth Lodge, expressed her deep admiration for the team: “Our Foxearth Lodge family is graced by an extraordinary group of individuals, many of whom have dedicated a significant portion of their lives to our mission. Their wealth of experience and knowledge is an invaluable asset that continually enriches our environment.”

Roxanne Cutajar highlighted the profound connections formed over the years: “The enduring relationships that our long-serving staff members have cultivated with our residents and their families are truly special and cherished by all. We’ve become a true Foxearth family, with several team members having familial connections within our ranks, further strengthening our bonds.”

The team members honoured with service recognition awards are:

Rose Pendle – Second Chef – 40 years

Sandra Hambling – Head of Housekeeping – 40 years

Suzy Benwick – Head of Housekeeping – 40 years

Rebecca Hambling – Head Chef – 30 years

Anne Rose – Care Assistant – 25 years

Kirsty Caley – Domestic – 20 years

Thresiamma Mathaikuniu – Senior Night Nurse – 20 years

Michelle Hammond – Senior Staff Nurse – 20 years

Ravi Madhavan – Host/Kitchen Staff – 15 years

Shibu Matthew – Domestic – 15 years

Jenny Johnson – Head of Activities – 10 years

Chloe Buckley – Care Assistant and Activities Co-ordinator – 10 years

Janis Rolfe – Care Assistant – 5 years

Valentin Ilie – Head of Maintenance – 5 years

Madalina Ilie – Team Leader – 5 years

Anthony Peters – Domestic/Laundry – 5 years

Pip Rich