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…

A Remarkable Remembrance Visit

As part of our ongoing Remembrance activities, residents enjoyed a trip to Southsea Castle to view the stunning display of 27,000 handmade red poppies. The installation created a sea of red, providing a powerful and moving tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Residents spent time admiring the display, reflecting on the importance of remembrance, and sharing memories together. The craftsmanship led by Seeded a local craft shop and the scale of the installation was truly incredible, making it a memorable experience for everyone who attended. A heartfelt thank you to all those involved in creating this remarkable tribute. It is well worth a visit if you haven't seen it yet.

Musical Entertainment at Pittsmead

Music brings so much joy to our residents, and regular musical entertainment is always something they thoroughly look forward to. Whether it's singing along to familiar favourites, tapping their feet, dancing or simply sitting back and enjoying the melodies, music has a wonderful way of bringing people together. It can lift spirits, stimulate memories, encourage social interaction and provide comfort, particularly for those living with dementia.

Breast Cancer Now Coffee Morning

In October we had a very successful coffee morning filled with residents, relatives and friends as well as plenty of homemade sweet treats! It was so amazing to see everyone come together for such a great cause! We sold raffle tickets right up to the last second, and we managed to sell the whole booklet!

Thankyou to everyone that contributed and donated it really does mean so very much to us all that we are able to give back to such an important charity. From the great efforts of the Threshfield Court team and the generous donations from relatives, residents and staff we have managed to raise an outstanding £372.50! Which is absolutely incredible! Every single penny will help make a difference to someone living with breast cancer.

Another big thankyou to all the staff, relatives, friends and residents who also wore something pink! It was great to see everyone get stuck in with it whilst having fun but spreading an important message, we are so grateful to you all for always being so willing and supporting us in everything we do!

A huge congratulations to our raffle winners! We hope you enjoy your treats! We really are so very lucky to live in such a fantastic community!

A Taste of Spain Delights Residents

Residents and their families recently came together for a wonderful and informative talk exploring the world of sherry! Everyone enjoyed learning about the rich history of sherry, how it is made, and the fascinating differences between varieties from different regions. The highlight of the event was, of course, the opportunity to sample a sherry while discovering what makes each one unique. It was a fantastic occasion filled with learning, conversation, and shared experiences, and we would like to thank everyone who joined us for making it such an enjoyable event.

❤️ Lest We Forget – A Special Remembrance at Elgar Court ❤️

Our wonderful residents have been busy preparing for this year's Remembrance commemorations, and we couldn't be prouder of their efforts.

Our very own knitting champion, Susan, has been working her magic, creating beautiful handmade poppies for the home. She even knitted an incredible 20 poppies to contribute to the community display at Leigh Sinton Community Hall!

We also welcomed members of our local community to join us for a special Remembrance service, which we watched together, taking time to reflect, remember and honour those who served.

To make the occasion even more memorable, we hosted our final classic car show of the year! Residents and visitors enjoyed admiring the wonderful vehicles, while Peter shared fascinating stories of his time serving in the RAF.

There was even a car featuring matching wheels, much to everyone's delight!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this such a meaningful occasion.

Remembering the past, sharing stories, and bringing generations together.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

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🎶❤️ An Evening of Music, Memories & Wonderful Voices at Elgar Court!

What a truly special evening we had at Elgar Court as we welcomed the fantastic Worcester Male Voice Choir into our home!

Our residents were treated to a beautiful performance featuring songs from Les Misérables, Men of Harlech, Calon Lân and many more.

The powerful harmonies and heartfelt performances made for an incredibly moving evening, bringing smiles, wonderful memories and a few emotional moments along the way.

What made the occasion even more special was that one of our very own residents was once a member of the choir! A lovely personal connection that made the evening all the more meaningful.

Following the performance, everyone enjoyed refreshments and the opportunity to chat with choir members.

A huge thank you to Worcester Male Voice Choir for sharing your time and incredible talent with us. You certainly made it an evening to remember!

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Remembering Together with Poems

Our weekly Poems & Coffee is always a hi-light of the week, but this week it made even more special as we marked Remembrance Day by reading touching wartime poems, shared personal stories & memories, and took a moment to remember those who served and sacrificed so much.

💜 A Lovely Visit to Upton Dementia Café! ☕

Our lovely Beryl and Daisy recently enjoyed a visit to the Upton Dementia Café, held at Upton Rugby Club!

It's wonderful to have opportunities like this within our local community, bringing people together to enjoy friendly faces, lovely conversations and a sense of belonging.

The café provides a welcoming, supportive space for those living with dementia, their families and carers, and the best part is that it's completely free to attend!

At Elgar Court, we believe that staying connected with our local community is so important, and it's lovely to see our residents continuing to enjoy these meaningful experiences.

A big thank you to everyone involved in making this wonderful community initiative possible! 🥰

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Celebrating Diwali at Ross Court

Residents and staff at Ross Court Care Home enjoyed a wonderful celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights. Two members of our care team, Anjani and Vishal, shared their traditions and experiences, giving residents the opportunity to learn more about the festival, its meaning and the different ways it is celebrated.

The celebration was a lovely opportunity for residents to experience another culture, spark meaningful conversations and share special moments together. Activities like these help encourage social interaction and create a real sense of community, while giving residents the chance to make new memories in great company.