Family’s 40 years at care home

The owners of a Holbeach care home are celebrating 40 years since they took it over.

Residents of Beech Lodge were joined by members of the Kachra family, who opened its first Country Court care home there in 1983.
After uprooting from Birmingham to take over the home, they now own 36 around the country.
Abdul Kachra, chairman of Country Court said: “Beech Lodge Care and Nursing Home is very close to our hearts, as the first care home we opened I am very proud of the care we have provided here for 40 years.
“When we first came here my wife and I lived at Beech Lodge in a one-bedroom apartment and cared for nine residents.
“My sister-in-law was the manager, and my first child was born here too.
“It was one of the most wonderful times of my life, with beautiful million-dollar views.
“Beech Lodge is still my favourite care home, here we see our passion for care and how happy our residents are.”
Anu Bijoy, Beech Lodge manager, said “We thank all the families and friends who joined us, to celebrate our fantastic home and we are grateful for all the support they have given us, currently and in the past.
“We look forward to many more years of caring for our residents at Beech Lodge and giving them the quality of life, they deserve.”
The day of celebrations started with residents enjoying an energetic series of song and dance routines performed by Tap About Town.
In the afternoon friends and family were invited to join residents at the home to celebrate with live music by Graham Travis. There was a silent auction, with some fabulous prizes donated by local businesses.