Celebrating life at Barchester

We celebrate life through everything we do, from our thoughtful experiences and activities to our delicious food. We offer the latest technology as well as sensory engagement to nurture the wellbeing of our residents. With a wide variety of tailored activities and events we make sure our residents have the best physical, mental, spiritual and social stimulation, all bespoke to them. Take a look at what we’ve been up to…

Mount House and Severn View

Alice in Wonderland themed day

Today at Mount House and Severn View Care Home - Barchester Healthcare our residents enjoyed a wonderful Alice in Wonderland themed day, filled with fun, laughter, and plenty of smiles.

The day began with a whimsical general knowledge quiz, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed and had great fun taking part.

This was followed by a delightful Alice in Wonderland themed lunch. The dining room was beautifully decorated with everything Alice, creating a magical atmosphere. Residents commented on how wonderful the decorations looked, and everyone agreed the food was delicious.

After lunch, it was time to relax and enjoy the tennis from Wimbledon, before more fun continued with a fantastic Mad Hatters Tea Party. Our chef prepared a wonderful selection of cakes, which looked absolutely amazing and were enjoyed by everyone.

It was a truly fantastic day, and a great time was had by all.

West Abbey Care Home

World War Jeep

Our residents enjoyed a wonderful time welcoming a beautifully restored World War II Jeep, kindly brought in by the daughter and son-in-law of one of our residents.

The visit sparked many treasured memories, with residents sharing stories, reminiscing about wartime experiences, and enjoying the opportunity to get up close to such an iconic vehicle. It was a fantastic afternoon filled with smiles, conversation, and reflection.

Cafe and Shopping

During a recent outing, our gentlemen set themselves the practical task of visiting the cash machine, while our ladies enjoyed a spot of shopping in town. They returned with a selection of new clothes, handbags, and a few well-deserved treats, making for a fun and memorable day. The outing provided an excellent opportunity for residents to make their own choices, manage everyday tasks, socialise within the local community, and enjoy time away from the home. Whether completing essential errands or indulging in a little retail therapy.

Freda's wish comes true

As part of Freda's 102nd birthday celebrations, we had one final surprise up our sleeves...

Freda had recently been chatting to one of her daughters about her father, who was a firefighter, and told her she would love to visit a fire station and see the fire engines.

After a few emails, we were absolutely delighted to make that wish come true.

Yesterday, Freda and her daughters were welcomed to Huntingdon Community Fire & Rescue Station where the firefighters gave them a fantastic tour of the station and the fire engines. Freda also had the chance to have her photo taken with the crew and proudly shared some incredible original photographs of her father serving on the horse-drawn fire engines of his day.

Watching Freda talk about her father with such love and pride was incredibly special. It was a beautiful reminder that some memories never fade, no matter how many years have passed.

A huge thank you to everyone at Huntingdon Fire Station for giving Freda and her family such a warm welcome and helping create another unforgettable memory as part of her 102nd birthday celebrations. Your kindness and generosity meant the world to them. ❤️

Spilt Milk Production Of Bloom

What a lovely morning we had as we welcomed and their beautiful summer production,Bloom, to our home.

The lounge was filled with music, laughter and colourful flowers, creating a wonderful atmosphere that had everyone smiling from the start. The performance brought back happy memories of summers gone by, with residents singing along, joining in and simply enjoying every moment together. It was one of those mornings where the room was full of warmth, laughter and genuine happiness.

A huge thank you to the talented team at Spilt Milk for sharing such a joyful, interactive performance with us. You brought so much energy, fun and sunshine into our home, and it was a pleasure to see everyone leave with smiles on their faces. We can't wait to welcome you back again!

Cubbington Mill Care Home

Music Through the Decades

At the beginning of July we were delighted to welcome Lesley Ann Parker back to our home, performing in our newly refurbished first-floor lounge. Taking everyone on a wonderful musical journey through the 1940s, 50s and 60s, Lesley filled the room with residents' favourite songs and timeless classics. The morning was full of singing, smiles, laughter and cherished memories as everyone joined in, clapped along and enjoyed the fantastic atmosphere. Music has a wonderful way of bringing people together, sparking conversations and evoking treasured moments from the past, and this session certainly did just that. It was lovely to see so many happy faces throughout the performance. A huge thank you to Lesley Ann for another unforgettable visit and for bringing so much joy, warmth and entertainment to our home.

White Lodge Care Home

Minibus trip to Town Gardens

A wonderful day out at Town gardens!!!

Residents from White Lodge enjoyed a lovely mini-bus trip to the beautiful Town Garden. Spending time outdoors taking in the colourful flowers, peaceful surroundings and lively atmosphere.

Our residents enjoyed the fresh air, observing nature and chatting with families and members of the local community enjoying the park. To make the day even more special, residents enjoyed delicious ice creams and a relaxing coffee chat together.

The experience encouraged reminiscence, social interaction and a sense of connection with community.
SG one of the residents its a wish come true moment. SG mentioned I felt very happy to see all vibrant colours of flowers. SG mentioned a thank you for organising the trip and made her wish come true.

Carer's Day Celebrations

At White Lodge, we proudly celebrated Carers Week with our residents and team. As part of the "Care and Life Enrichment Framework" this month's focus was "Good Nutrition and Positive Dining Experience".

Residents and our team worked together some activity and present a food tasting session for carers, helping everyone gain a better understanding of the importance of choice, different diet levels and person-centred care. Residents thoroughly enjoyed sharing their knowledge, with many commenting on how interesting it was to learn something meaningful while supporting others.

A wonderful example of learning together and promoting knowledge about good nutrition positive dining experiences for all.

To show our appreciation for the dedication and compassion of our carers, we treated with KFC, presenting some chocolates and a special key chain.

Summer Fete

What a wonderful Summer Fete we had at White Lodge.

Despite the rainy weather, which meant moving the celebrations indoors, our residents, families, visitors, and staff came together to create a truly fantastic atmosphere filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit.

A particular highlight of the day was the beautiful display of classic cars, which brought back many happy memories and had a wonderful impact on our residents. We were also delighted to enjoy a fantastic community disco by White Horse Rock n Roll and a live singing performance by Tony M which added an additional flavour to the event. Also everyone enjoyed delicious refreshments, and we were delighted to hold a raffle in support of the Alzheimer's Society, helping to raise funds for this important cause.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the day such a success. Together, we created some very special memories.