Today, the residents had the opportunity to get creative with larger scratch-art pictures. Everyone concentrated and worked extremely hard.
Yesterday, the residents had a wonderful time being entertained by guest performer David Etherton. There was plenty of singing, dancing, and lots of smiles throughout the morning!
Yesterday, we received a lovely thank-you gift from Lynn as a gesture of appreciation for the care and support we gave to Rowena. It was a very thoughtful gesture, and we are grateful to have been part of Rowena’s life. Rest in peace, Rowena. You will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by us all.
🌱🍅 Fee-fi-fo-fum… look how tall our tomato plant has become! 🍅🌱 Our residents have been enjoying their very own Jack and the Beanstalk adventure — with a tasty tomato twist! 😄 Our little tomato plant has grown into a giant of its own, and we’re loving watching it get taller and stronger. 🌿✨ Will we find some giant tomatoes waiting at the top? 🍅👀 There’s only one way to find out… keep watching our tomato adventure grow! 🌱💚
Today, our residents had a fantastic time getting active with Boogie Beatz! 🎶💃🕺 We enjoyed lots of fun chair exercises, great music, and plenty of smiles and laughter along the way. What a brilliant way to keep moving, grooving, and having fun together! 🌟
In addition, in the evening some of the residents enjoyed watching the football on tv. It was very exciting!
On Saturday 26th September 2026 some of the residents enjoyed playing crazy golf in the lounge.
Today, our residents had a fantastic time getting into the groove with Sidney Shakers! 🎶🕺💃 We enjoyed plenty of music, movement, smiles and laughter as everyone shook, danced and moved along to the beat. It was a fun-filled session that certainly got everyone’s toes tapping! 🎵✨
Sally also enjoyed some lovely one-to-one time with the residents, sharing stories and memories through reminiscence. Pat especially loved talking about her beautiful bed quilt and was so proud to show it off! It was wonderful to hear Pat share the memories behind it and see her face light up while talking about something so special to her. I love the little details e.g. the ladybird and cat collar.
Today, the residents got their creative hats on and had lots of fun making colourful frame cards with Jean! There were plenty of smiles, creativity and a little bit of crafty magic along the way! Everyone enjoyed getting stuck in and showing off their artistic side!
In the afternoon, we had a very special visit from Pepper and Fern from Magical Mini Donkeys. Our residents and the nursery group children were delighted to meet the adorable mini donkeys, and their visit brought lots of joy and excitement to the afternoon.
Yesterday, some of our residents enjoyed attending our monthly church service. There was plenty of time for prayer, singing, and conversation, and it was lovely to see everyone coming together and enjoying the experience. We also had a wonderful reason to celebrate, as we marked Jenny Embery’s 86th birthday. It was a lovely occasion filled with smiles, good company, and warm wishes for Jenny on her special day.
This weekend we've had lots of visitors as well as gorgeous furry friends, Millie and Winnie. 🐕🥰 We had a lovely coffee morning on Saturday, followed by one to ones and walks in the afternoon, and on Sunday the book club caught up with their current book 'The little old lady who broke all the rules.' 📖(Don't get any ideas!!) 🤣 Some residents spent time in the lovely sunshine ☀️before Autumn arrives and gets a little chilly!! 🥶
Sally's speech to Jean Gale for her 100th birthday celebration... 'Good afternoon, everyone. Today we are here to celebrate a truly remarkable lady - 100 years young! A hundred years is an incredible achievement, but if you know Jean, you’ll know that she hasn’t let the years stop her from doing what she does best - laughing! She has the most infectious laugh. In fact, you don’t even need to know what’s funny - once she starts laughing, you can’t help but join in! Jean, your laughter, your warmth, and your wonderful spirit have brought so much happiness to the people around you. You have lived through a century of memories, changes, challenges and celebrations, and somehow you’ve managed to keep that fabulous sense of humour throughout it all. So today, we raise a glass to you - to 100 wonderful years, to all the memories you’ve created, and to many more moments filled with laughter. Happy 100th birthday, Jean. Keep laughing, keep smiling, and most importantly, keep being you. Happy birthday!' By Sally Renshaw-Hubbard (Activities Manager), 17th September 2026
Yesterday, we celebrated the amazing Jean Gale’s 100th birthday! 🎉 What a fantastic milestone - and what better excuse for a wonderful celebration, plenty of smiles, laughter, and, of course, a slice (or two!) of birthday cake or cupcakes. 🥳🎂
Today we celebrated the fabulous Joy’s 93rd birthday! 93 years young and still bringing plenty of joy, laughter, and sparkle to everyone around her! Here’s to Joy, an amazing milestone, wonderful memories, and many more happy moments to come!
Today, the residents had a go at a nostalgia quiz, reminiscing about the past and enjoying the opportunity to share their memories.
Yesterday, some of our residents and children from the nursery group enjoyed making and decorating their very own kites. There was lots of creativity, enthusiasm, and fun as everyone designed their kites in their own unique way. Next week’s activity will be to take the kites outside and fly them together, which everyone is looking forward to. At the end of the session, Sally and Clarissa did a couple of trial takes with the help of Ann Richards and her daughter, along with some of the other residents. It was lovely to see everyone getting involved and supporting one another. A few modifications had to be made.
Unfortunately, Janet was unable to attend a family wedding as she wasn’t very well. However, she was still able to share in the special occasion by experiencing it online. It was a beautiful moment that allowed Janet to feel part of the celebration, creating a precious memory that was captured and treasured.
At the weekend, the residents had a go at playing Hangman - a fun and engaging brain teaser that everyone enjoyed!
This morning, our residents had a fantastic time doing music & movement with Sidney Shakers! 🎶💃 It was lovely to welcome some familiar faces and some new members to the group. There was plenty of singing, dancing, fun props and, of course, lots of laughter! 🎤🕺😂 Everyone joined in and helped create a wonderfully lively and joyful morning. What a great way to start the day! 🌟
On Sunday, we celebrated a very special milestone as Freda turned an amazing 99 years young! 🎉🎂💐 She enjoyed a wonderful birthday surrounded by family and friends, with plenty of smiles, laughter and love shared throughout the day. ❤️🥳 Happy 99th Birthday, Freda! What a fantastic achievement! 🎈🌸
On Saturday, we celebrated a very special milestone - Beryl’s 90th birthday! 🎉🎂💐 She enjoyed a wonderful celebration surrounded by her family and friends, making it a truly memorable day filled with smiles, laughter and lots of love. ❤️🥳 Happy 90th Birthday, Beryl! Lots of love from all the residents and staff xxxx
Yesterday, the residents were delighted to welcome a very special visitor — Lexie, our lovely PAT dog! 🐾❤️ She brought plenty of wagging tails, cuddles and smiles all around. The residents thoroughly enjoyed spending time with Lexie, who certainly knew how to brighten everyone’s day! 🐶😊
