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Photo of staff at Anita Stone Court nursing home

Two BCOP nursing homes achieve Gold Standards Framework accreditation for end of life care

Anita Stone Court & Neville Williams House have gained the Gold Standards Framework Quality Hallmark Award following an 18-month program. The excellent results recognise our compassionate, personalised and proactive approach to supporting residents and their families at the end of life.

11 August, 2026

PM Andy Burngam at cross party talks about social care July 26

NCF welcomes Prime Minister’s social care commitments as ‘A Momentous Day’ for the sector

The National Care Forum has welcomed the Prime Minister's latest announcements on adult social care, describing them as a "momentous day" for the sector and a significant step towards creating a sustainable National Care Service with not-for-profit care at its heart.

4 August, 2026

Research partnership helps BCOP strengthen care for older people

Two BCOP nursing homes have helped shape national research into infection prevention after taking part in the landmark AFRI-c study, published in the JAMA Internal Medicine journal.

29 July, 2026

Staff at the Sensory Street 1940's street party at Robert Harvey House

Stepping back to 1946: Robert Harvey House celebrates BCOP's 80th anniversary in style

Residents, families and friends stepped back to 1946 as Sensory Street came alive with music, memories and vintage charm to celebrate BCOP's 80th anniversary.

27 July, 2026

Photo of new PM Andy Burnham in Downing Street

NCF welcomes Prime Minister’s call to action on adult social care

NCF has welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham's commitment to place adult social care as a priority at the heart of his government's plans

20 July, 2026

Photo of the Robert Harvey House team at the front of the nursing home with their Residential Palliative care Provider award trophy

Robert Harvey House wins national award for outstanding end of life care

BCOP's Robert Harvey House has been named the Palliative Residential Care Provider of the Year 2026, recognising its compassionate, person-centred approach to end of life care.

14 July, 2026

Armed Forces Covenant banner " proudly supporting those who serve"

BCOP signs the Armed Forces Covenant to support veterans, military families and the wider Armed Forces community

BCOP strengthens its commitment to supporting veterans, military families and the wider Armed Forces community across its nursing homes, housing services and workforce, while working towards Bronze Employer Recognition.

10 July, 2026

Anita Stone Court Bake Off raises funds for BCOP's 80th anniversary appeal

Residents, staff and families at Anita Stone Court enjoyed a successful Bake Off cake sale, raising funds towards BCOP's appeal to create two new dementia-friendly sensory streets

8 July, 2026