Celebrating 280 Years of Marriage at Middleton Lodge Care Home
Four couples, with a combined total of almost 280 years of marriage, are keeping their love alive at a local care home, thanks to the luxury of their companion suites.
Middleton Lodge Care Home is home to Mr and Mrs Littleford, Mr and Mrs Wade, Mr and Mrs Tomlinson, and Mr and Mrs Deacon, who have all moved in to the 63-bed care home to continue sharing their lives side by side.
Between them, these couples have been married for an impressive 277 years, exemplifying the enduring nature of lifelong companionship.
They now reside in the care home’s comfortable and spacious companion suites, designed to allow elderly couples to remain together while receiving the care they require.
For many elderly couples, the prospect of being separated due to health concerns or living arrangements can be daunting. At Middleton Lodge Care Home, couples can rest easy knowing they won’t face that challenge.
Mr and Mrs Littleford, who moved to Middleton Lodge in September 2023, are celebrating 69 years of marriage. They expressed their joy by sharing, “Living together here is a blessing. We can still enjoy our days side by side. We are delighted to be in our little nest, our beautiful bedroom.”
Mr and Mrs Wade, who joined the Middleton Lodge community in April 2024, have been married for 64 years. They added, “It’s comforting to know we’re not alone in this journey. We have all the care that we need here.”
Mr and Mrs Tomlinson, who arrived at Middleton Lodge in August 2024, proudly celebrate 75 years of marriage. They reflected, “We’ve built a life together, and it’s wonderful to continue that in such a lovely place. Going through this transition together has made it much easier.”
Mr and Mrs Deacon, who became part of Middleton Lodge in June 2024, have shared 69 wonderful years of marriage. They said, “Our togetherness has made this transition so much smoother. Every moment is precious to us, and we’re grateful that we have each other through it all.”
Joanne Graves, Home Manager of Middleton Lodge Care Home, shared her thoughts on the companion suites: “Our companion suites are designed to help couples stay together, creating a warm community where love and support flourish.”
“If you’re considering care for couples, we invite you to book a tour and see for yourself. Our companion suites are also open to relatives and best friends as well, so you can create lasting memories together in a place that feels like home.”
Middleton Lodge Care Home, located in Derby, is dedicated to delivering exceptional respite, residential, and dementia care, as well as creating a vibrant environment for its residents.
