Testimonials

'Since using SimplyUnite our residents have been able to correspond to family world wide and it has provided not only another activity but exercise as well, stimulating their writing skills and hand to computer co-ordination'
Janice, Lytchetts Care Home

'When we installed the SimplyUnite system we thought one computer would suffice! It's been so successful we now need to extend the network of computers.

We envisage an internet café scenario where staff, residents and their families can come together to learn, work, communicate and interact.

We believe our innovative approach with broaden residents' lives by bringing people together.'
Marilyn Bridger, Mount Ephraim (award winners for IT innovation at the Great British National Care Home awards)

'SimplyUnite? Simply the best - a system that has been well researched and designed to suit the needs of every individual to use a computer. One of my residents goes shopping online for clothes. It's so easy: she types in what she is looking for and is then spoilt for choice!'
Pam, Annandale

'SimplyUnite is a huge success. One of our residents had a stroke and now has problems with her speech. Since viewing photos sent though SimplyUnite she has started to speak in short sentences. Another resident who used to be a typist said: 'It makes me feel young again and I CAN remember how to spell!''

We are aware when we get a new resident that we are looking after the whole family. We try and engage the grandchildren and young people as much as we can. This is perfect for them.'
Beryl Tidbury, Thornton House

'Beryl Skyped her daughter in France. She kissed the screen when she saw her!'
Robin Hood House, Hertfordshire

'It's marvellous. My dad loved Google Earth and seeing where his nephew is living in Bulgaria. It's fantastic for him!'
Gavin, son of a resident in Norfolk home

'I hear SimplyUnite is as popular as the hairdresser!'
Referral from one care home to another

'As I began sending emails I soon picked it up. It's wonderful being able to see the photos of all the snow from my daughter in Canada and, using Google, I have been able to look up maps and photos of where she lives, which is marvellous.'
Mr L A Codrington, care home resident

'Through Skype, Dolly was able to see her sister in Australia for the first time in 50 years. We all cried.'
Member of staff at Annandale

'I can't find a single negative. So glad we found SimplyUnite.'
Emma Burrows, The Gardens

'Ellen prefers not to participate. She declines all Activities. Once this started today, it was as though she 'woke up'. It was enlightening for her, and for us to see it.'
Caroline Taylor, Rosemary Care Home

'It's been fantastic! The residents have been able to see pictures of their grandchildren playing in the snow.'
Angelita, Cornford House

'I think Skype is the most amazing form of communication ever. Much better than speaking on the phone. And SimplyUnite are always so friendly and helpful.'
Judith, Park Grove

'It's marvellous. I have such guilt when I can't get in to see my mother. With the SimplyUnite service, I can drop her a line, Skype or send her pictures so that she knows we're thinking of her.'
Alan, member of family (The Lawns)

'It's the simplicity of it. Something so simple makes such a huge difference. '
Care Assistant

'You know how you said it was your job to get us excited about the touchscreen? I can tell you now, I am so excited!'
Kelly Rushton, Activities Coordinator, Littleborough Residential Home, at the end of the training session

'This is the best thing that could've happened to us! And to think I nearly gave up on the Get Connected application!'
Alison, Manager, Allan House (residential home for adults with learning difficulties)

'Thank you so much! You've made my day. I haven't heard it for years.'
Lucy White at Dyneley after listening to Edith Piaf

'My Mother at 87 is enjoying the wonders of surfing the internet and emailing her far-flung family and friends with great ease.'
Sarah Huxford, daughter of resident at Wild Acres

'The SimplyUnite system has been embraced by our residents and their families as they can now communicate on a daily basis with a minimum of effort.We now also get relatives involved in our activities programme through the use of the system'
Neil, Lytchetts Care Home

'You've got me talking now. You've got me mesmerised! What an eye opener!'
Terri Whitham, Manager, Shandon House, Southportn