Runwood Homes’ Loganberry Lodge and the Huckleberry Lodge private suites have been recognised for providing outstanding end-of-life care.

The care home in Colchester has successfully passed the Gold Standards Framework (GSF) care homes Accreditation Assessment and has been awarded the Quality Hallmark Award.

One notable achievement outlined in the areas of strength was: “The home has a strong working relationship with the GP and district nurses. They draw on expertise from within the community to gain knowledge and skills and for support. There is also a strong sense of team spirit, commitment and peer support.”

The GSF is a registered charity and has been the UK’s leading training provider for generalist frontline staff in caring for people in the last years of life for over 25 years. GSF is a practical and evidence-based end-of-life care improvement programme.

The GSFCH Quality Hallmark Award lasts for the next three years, with reaccreditation in 2026.

The award was presented to Loganberry Lodge’s care home manager, John Dunea, at the GSF Conference and Awards Ceremony on the 29 September at the Pendulum Hotel & Conference Centre in Manchester.

Dunea said: “We promote a holistic approach for all our residents, including the residents on end-of-life journey, offering emotional support to them and their families, maintaining comfort and dignity and accommodating their spiritual and cultural beliefs.

“This accreditation results from the Loganberry Lodge’s team effort and dedication to achieve exemplary care standards. It reflects our deep compassion and skills in providing support for our residents, and it is a well-deserved recognition.”

For more information on Loganberry Lodge care home, please visit: https://www.runwoodhomes.co.uk/care-homes/care-homes-essex/loganberry-lodge