News & Events

Waterhouse and Mackintosh Homes prepared for VE Day last week in style with flags flying lazily in the balmy spring breeze.

May Day was Fish and Chip Friday at Waterhouse and Mackintosh Homes when Mark from West Vale Fisheries delivered a much appreciated lunch to the Residents.

Hello there! Well, week five is here and the weather has been changeable meaning that getting out into the garden to walk or sit has been more difficult. The water will be good for the plants though as they start to bloom.

Waterhouse and Mackintosh Charities are pleased to be able to donate to the Community Foundation For Calderdale supporting front line charities helping the elderly and vulnerable in our local communities during the current Covid -19 pandemic.

Well, here we all are in lockdown week 4 at Waterhouse and Mackintosh Homes. The gardens are starting to awaken and with the lovely weather, Residents have been able to sit and walk out whilst respecting social distancing.

Keeping fit when you are stuck indoors is really important and can be lots of fun! 

Click on the links below for exercises and keep fit sessions that you can do in your living room every day.

27 Residents and staff enjoyed a superb afternoon tea on 10th March in the Community Lounge. The sandwiches and cakes were wonderful.

Six new Almshouses for independent living were opened on 29th February 2020 in Walsden.

All events have been postponed due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Keep watching for further information regarding Tai Chi lessons in your home.

On Friday 28th February, residents, their families, friends and staff enjoyed a tasty fish, chip and mushy peas lunch supplied by West Vale Fisheries.

Our residents and guests enjoyed Cards Club this week in the Waterhouse Community lounge. Lots of fun was had by all with a plenty of laughter and friendly competition. 

Mackintosh Homes were founded by the Mackintosh family who were toffee makers in Halifax. Their company merged with Rowntree and was then taken over by Nestle.