Celebrating life at Barchester
Whilst the world outside is in uncertain times, safe inside our Barchester homes our residents are carrying on with fun activities and we are joining forces with our local communities to share some cheer. Take a look at what we've been up to...
Showing Our Appreciation
Bamfield Lodge would like to thank everyone in the local area for all of the care and support since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The last few months have been a challenge, as with all care services, but we have been overwhelmed with supportive pictures, messages, and care packages.
Under-8's Donate
Staff at Red Oaks had a surprise parcel from a member of the Henfield under-8’s football team bearing gifts.
Messages of Support
A big thank you to all of the families and friends of the residents who have been sending us messages of support in recent weeks.
When You Need a Cuddle
It can feel a little lonely when you can’t have your family around you and the staff have to distance socially. Thankfully, we now have a large quantity of empathy dolls and robotic companion cats, and they are very comforting to hold and cuddle.
Families Send Messages to their Loved Ones
Being in lockdown doesn’t mean friends and families can’t connect with each other. Lots of us have been using Skype, sending letters and postcards or making videos to be enjoyed.
VE Day Celebrations
The sun shone and we had a wonderful day celebrating the 75th Anniversary of VE Day.
Messages to Loved Ones
Residents of Leeming Bar have been delighted each time they receive some beautiful handmade cards and messages from their loved ones and members of the community through their pen-pal initiative.
Embracing Technology
Our residents are all becoming well accustomed to the iPad now and embracing technology by using FaceTime, Zoom and emails to stay in touch with loved ones. We thought we’d have some fun seeing what their social media accounts would look like if they had them.
Our Heroes Applaud
Staff and residents were so pleased to see the efforts of our team supported by the local fire service and police team during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Skype Dates
As a way for our residents to still be able to see and chat to their friends and family, we have set up a Skype station in our bistro. Here the residents can sit and have a ‘face-to-face’ chat whilst enjoy a cup of tea or coffee.
Pamper Afternoon at Archview
Mrs.Mandy Black enjoyed the cocktail under the dryer, after one of our nurses, Mrs Nikki Correia, volunteered to do the hair of some of the ladies on her day off.
Residents Send Notes to Loved Ones
As well as keeping in touch with families and friends via skype calls, our residents also enjoyed writing notes to loved ones and sending to families which began many conversations between each other via email.
Keeping the Connection
Residents of Lethen Park have been busy making use of Skype and FaceTime so that they can video call their relatives – although some weren’t too sure about the new technology! For some, they have embraced technology to learn new things, including letting their competitive side shine with games an
Easter Lockdown Service
Marriott House would like to say a massive thank you to Jean, our visiting volunteer. Jean has continued to be able to visit despite the COVID-19 lock down, with enhanced infection control guidelines.
Residents Create Rainbows of Hope
Residents at Boroughbridge have created their very own ‘rainbow’ tree and display and have joined the national initiative which sees members of community display rainbows in their windows, so that children can go ‘rainbow spotting’ when out for their exercise with family.
Friends of Lydfords
We are living in the most trying and unsure times at present. Thousands of people have lost their lives due to Covid-19, with many, many more at great risk.
A Creative Thank You
When asked if they would like to contribute to a ‘thank you’ board to be displayed at our front gate, three of our retired teacher residents jumped at the chance to help.
One-to-One Activities
Even though many of our residents have had to endure hardship throughout their lives (many of them have lived through at least one world war) the coronavirus crisis is new to them too.
