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MHA Bradbury Grange deputy manager Niranjan Subedi (left) presents Ann Campbell with her gifts to mark 45 years of caring with Methodist Homes (MHA) 

MHA Pennystone Court resident who has love for dancing experiences ballet again thanks to Seize the Day initiative

Residents at MHA Horfield Lodge embark on trip to China from comfort of armchair

Resident at MHA Cromwell House goes on trip down memory lane as part of Seize the Day initiative

August 2025 — In July 1980, while the world was adjusting to a new decade, 17-year-old Ann Campbell was beginning her lifelong journey in care with Methodist Homes (MHA). Now, 45 years later, Ann (62) is celebrating a remarkable career milestone at MHA Bradbury Grange in Whitstable, where she serves as a senior carer.

Ann began her career at Cliff Dene in Tankerton, where she and many colleagues lived on-site, sleeping in their own rooms or flats. Late shifts often meant being on-call overnight, but as Ann recalls, “we often weren’t disturbed at all.” Much has changed since those early days — including the introduction of uniforms, which carers didn’t wear in the 1980s.

In 2010, Cliff Dene closed due to the building’s unsuitability, and Ann transitioned with the residents to MHA’s newly acquired Bradbury Grange on Canterbury Road. She’s remained there ever since, growing into her role as a senior carer and becoming the longest-serving employee at MHA.

Senior Carer at MHA Bradbury Grange marks 45 years working for country’s largest charitable care provider

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MHA Pennystone Court resident who has love for dancing experiences ballet again thanks to Seize the Day initiative

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Resident at MHA Cromwell House goes on trip down memory lane as part of Seize the Day initiative