Katie Millard

 A huge thank you to VolkerWessels UKfor choosing to spend their volunteering day at Jonquil Close, our residential home supporting people with high dependency needs. The team achieved an amazing amount in just one day, including building a brand-new shed, creating the foundations for a sensory area, painting fences, planting flowers and transforming the outdoor space into a place that can be enjoyed by both residents and staff.We're also grateful to Fen Contracts Ltd, KGK Construction Support Services, BP Mitchell Ltd and Powerday for their support in helping make the day such a success. Partnerships like these make a real and lasting [...]

  A huge thank you to the fantastic team from Affinity Waterfor volunteering their time at our Short Breaks homes in Hertford! The team rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in refreshing the garden - painting fences, creating colourful planters from old tyres, and tackling a variety of gardening jobs to help transform the outdoor space. We're so pleased with how the garden is looking, and we know it will be enjoyed by the children and young people who spend time there.  A special shout out also goes to Ashcroft Autocare for kindly donating the old tyres used in the project. It's wonderful [...]

 We’re delighted to share that refurbishment works at The Meadows have now been completedfollowing an incredible three-week project led by the Willmott Dixon Interiors team as part of their Trainee Challenge 2026. The transformation has helped create a brighter, warmer and more welcoming environment for those who use the service. We are hugely grateful to the amazing group of trainees and contractors who generously volunteered their time, skills, materials and energy to make such a meaningful difference. Their enthusiasm, teamwork and commitment have been truly inspiring, and the impact of their work will be felt by the people we support for years [...]

 We’re delighted to share photos of our newly commissioned Graffiti Wall at Peartreecreated by the hugely talented Charlie @1t2sugars.What really set this project apart was the time Charlie spent with the young people we support, giving them the chance to see creativity take shape up close and be part of the process. The photos show the mural at different stages, from early sketches through to a bold, vibrant finished piece full of energy and meaning.We’re incredibly proud of the result and the experience it created for everyone involved.  [...]

  What a fantastic day! We had a brilliant time at our Annual Awards Ceremony, coming together to celebrate the people who make the charity amazing. From honouring long-service milestones to cheering on our Rising Stars, Newcomer of the Year, and all of our Special Recognition winners, the afternoon was packed with emotional moments and well-deserved applause. A huge congratulations to our Employee of the Year and our Team of the Year - your dedication, hard work, and passion truly shine through. Thank you to every nominee, winner, and team member for your outstanding contributions. We’re so proud of what [...]

What a wonderful celebration! On Sunday 12th October, we celebrated 21 amazing years of Peartree Children’s Short Breaks, and what a fantastic afternoon it was! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us to mark this special milestone - it was lovely to see so many familiar faces, past and present, come together to celebrate Peartree’s journey. Special thanks to: - All Blown Up for the stunning balloon ring – it made the perfect backdrop for photos! - The View Welwyn for kindly letting us borrow champagne flutes, crockery, and table linen. - Big In Tents for providing our [...]

Potters Bar Fire Station Last weekend, despite the rainy weather, the amazing team at Potters Bar Fire Station welcomed us for a personal tour — and what an incredible experience it was! The individuals we support had an unforgettable time: - We learnt all about how the station operates - Got up close with their drones and tech - Tried on real firefighter suits - Sat inside the fire engine! A huge thank you to the crew for being so generous with their time and making the visit so special. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service [...]

Company Day Fun! On Friday, we held our Company Day at Woolmer Green Village Hall. We enjoyed delicious pizza from Domino's Pizza , took part in friendly competitions to earn points and win goody bags, and ended the day with our much-anticipated annual rounders match. A big thank you to Ridgeway Academy PE Department for kindly lending us their sports equipment again – we really appreciate the support! We had a great day full of laughs, team spirit, and a little healthy competition. [...]

Last night, we attended the Oaklands College Employer Celebration & Awards Evening – a fantastic event recognising the achievements of apprentices, students, and the value of employer partnerships. We were super proud to have been awarded the "Get Career Ready Champions" Award! This recognition reflects the amazing collaboration we’ve built with Oaklands College, and the shared commitment to developing talent and creating meaningful opportunities for young people. A special shoutout to Jordan Thomas – former World & European Karate Champion and Team GB athlete – who is now the High Performance Manager at Oaklands and runs the impressive Wolves Karate [...]

 A huge THANK YOU from everyone at Jonquil Close! We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing staff and the wonderful families of the individuals we support. Your time, care, and green thumbs have truly made our garden at Jonquil bloom! Your efforts have created not just a lovely outdoor space, but a place of peace and pride for everyone to enjoy. We couldn’t have done it without you!