If this doesn’t make you want to order a Ninety-Nine, nothing will! The residents at Alpine Lodge had a trip to the seaside this week- Ok, it was a virtual one, but who cares! They set off, grabbed an ice cream and then spent some time at the cafe, people watching 😉 …
The residents at Southlands have been enjoying daily activities with Lynn, the new Activity Coordinator. Lynn is getting to know all the residents, their likes and dislikes as well as their abilities. Often residents surprise her but having worked in care for many years, she’s always delighted when someone does something they thought they couldn’t…
The care team at The Lawns felt it was time to recognise the many healthcare professionals, district nurses and support workers- Key workers- that have supported the Darlington care home throughout the pandemic. Sharon, Deputy Manager at The Lawns said; “Clap for Carers was great at highlighting the work, those working in the NHS and…
The residents at St Mary’s Care Centre in Anlaby, have been queueing up to begin the COVID vaccination programme. The staff and residents have all taken part and they all feel relief, that they may be seeing some light at the end of the tunnel. #CaringForYourFamily Follow us on Facebook
Doncaster residents at Cantley Grange, Doreen and Joan enjoyed an afternoon of nail pampering and they were thrilled! It’s the little things that make you smile. Just look at the ladies faces. #CaringForYourFamily Follow us on Facebook
The Hutton Manor resident enjoyed another online experience with Taff Duo. The theme was ‘A Trip Down Memory Lane’. This musical reminiscence activity brought back memories and many different emotions; from holidays to the seaside to the grand theatre. One of the most memorable songs ‘We’ll meet again’ by Dame Vera Lynn was sung in…
The residents at The Sycamores have been busy creating some beautiful masquerade masks. They enjoyed getting covered in glue, colouring-in and using glitter and sparkly bits! Then they finished off with lots of selfies! #CaringForYourFamily Follow us on Facebook
This week Holly, the Activity Coordinator at Hutton Manor, hosted a ‘Get to know you’ activity where residents brought along their family photos and albums to share with the group.’ “It was an excellent way to introduce our new community members and share fond memories of the past”, said Holly. “We learnt many things about…
June, a resident at Hutton Manor, celebrated her 81st last week. Her beloved husband, John, sent in the beautiful balloons for her to enjoy. The care team and other residents on the Woodlands Dementia Suite helped June celebrate her birthday. The fabulous cake was made by Cath, resident chef at the #Pudsey care home. #CaringForYourFamily…
Lockdown birthdays aren’t all bad! Emma, home Manager at Clipstone Hall and Lodge was dreading her 40th birthday. After all, who wants their birthday when it’s difficult to celebrate? But, Emma didn’t need to worry. The staff at the #Mansfield care home were ready and organised, to give her the best birthday possible.…