Celebrating life at Barchester

What a wonderful time we had with our Young at Heart party for world senior citizens day. The ever popular Stephen Dunnett entertained us all, singing all the classics to get us up and dancing. 
Megan our activities coordinator hosted the event and the rest of the amazing Hazel Lodge team obviously couldn't resist a boogie themselves. 
We often hold events such as these and Steve is a regular entertainer for us, if you know someone who would love to join in for the afternoon then please do pop along, everyone is welcome. 

The garden was out of bounds this afternoon due to the intense heat. We stayed in our lovely air-conditioned café, and decided to make individual homemade pizzas. With a choice of many toppings and a homemade base, residents and their families enjoyed creating their own pizza.

Not forgetting those in their rooms, we took a mobile trolley round to get them involved. They were thoroughly enjoyed afterwards, some saving them for their supper.     

By resident request, we took another visit to Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare this morning. On arrival, we had a lovely surprise as our chefs, Karen & Susan, met us there.  

We loved seeing the birds, goats, horses, small animals, tortoises and more. The weather was gorgeous, and we enjoyed some drinks and snacks before heading back. We even managed a purchase in the charity shop! Another lovely morning trip. We’re so lucky Raystede is right on our doorstep.       

Residents have enjoyed spending time in the garden throughout the summer months, taking inspiration from all the beautiful flowers around them. 

Residents had the opportunity to get creative and make their own paper collage bouquets using a variety of colours and designs. 
Residents enjoyed being creative, sharing their ideas and seeing their finished bouquets come together.         

Residents enjoyed a brilliant trip along the coast to Café Verde in Burntisland. Everyone had a great time enjoying a coffee and taking in the beautiful coastal views. 

It was a lovely outing and a great opportunity for residents to get out and about and enjoy the fresh air and scenery.      

Recently our residents enjoyed a fantastic afternoon celebrating “National Prosecco Day” with live music from ‘Idlers Dream’ and, of course, plenty of proseccos. It was the perfect backdrop for an afternoon celebration. 

It was a lovely mix of great music, good company and shared moments that brought everyone together.    

On International Friendship Day we launched our very first monthly Chitter Chatter Club.

Our first session was full of smiles, stories and lovely conversations. It’s a warm welcoming space for everyone to connect, make new friends and enjoy a right good blether. It was great seeing the hussle and bussle of our new club, which will be open to the community to connect with our residents, family and friends! We’re already looking forward to our next meet-up!