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…

Magnolia Court Care Home

“Kindness personified in the form of little Angels”

It is at this time of year as we run up to Christmas where we often forget the real meaning of Christmas which is ‘being good for goodness sake’ and 8 young Angels started planning with their teacher on how they could make Christmas special this year.

Working alongside the General Manager making plans (as indeed Santa does in making his preparations with his Elves) was Ms Freely who was instrumental in guiding her Angels in making handmade Christmas Cards that were issued to all of the residents in Magnolia Court Care Home

Alongside this wonderful gesture was the Beautiful Voices of the 8 girl choir of which the residents also took part.

Well here is the magic of Christmas! How did Santa know that these Angel’s had made such wonderful plans? How did Santa know that 8 of the girls from St Margaret's Hampstead would be enriching our resident’s lives? Why it is that Santa used the care home lift (rather than the chimney)?

Only Santa knows and kindness is rewarded with ‘gifts’ on the 25th December and a few little treats before.

Our General Manager was unfortunately unable to see the events as he was busy in his office being a ‘Grinch’ but made the following observations afterwards “I am told it was a special event and the residents really enjoyed the singing and the cards made. I would like to thank Ms Freely and the girls from St Margaret’s for their kindness. As for this overweight man dressed in red – that cannot be Santa it is too early?”

Iris Court Care Home

A Christmas Performance

This week Iris Court was filled with joy as we welcomed St Ippolyts CE school in for their annual Christmas Carol Performance. Now in their second year of visiting us, the pupils once again bought their festive magic to our home with their beautiful singing.

With our residents gathered eagerly to listen its safe to say the performance brought a smile to everyone's day. Once the performance had finished, the pupils stayed to enjoy refreshments and spend time chatting with our residents. It was a lovely opportunity for different generations to connect and celebrate the spirit of the season together.

We are all incredibly grateful to St Ippolyts school for their performance and providing our residents with such a heart warming experience and we cant wait to welcome them back next year!.

What a Christmas Fayre

National celebrations and family-friendly events are just some of the ways that we ensure the residents at Ritson Lodge remain connected with their loved ones and the wider community.

Our Residents enjoyed the fun and festivities at our annual Christmas Fayre. There were stalls, cakes and bakes, a Santa's Grotto and entertainments. It was great to see our friends and local community visit the home and join our Residents singing some Christmas favourites and kick off the Christmas celebrations for December. See our "Countdown to Christmas and Facebook page for what's on over the festive period.

Ritson Lodge Care Home

Festive Wreath making

At Ritson Lodge we know that being able to continue lifelong hobbies or interests is a key part of our resident's identities, and we make every effort to encourage and support each resident to be able to do so.

Our Residents enjoyed getting into the Christmas spirit by making Christmas wreaths to display around their home. The quality of the wreaths were amazing and all our Residents enjoyed getting together sharing a mulled wine and reminiscing of many of their fond memories from Christmas' gone by.

The Warren Care Home

Winter Wonderland

Supporting residents to enjoy outings, shopping, meals out and other trips is a key aspect of the weekly activities calendar.

Our Residents well and truly got in the Christmas spirit with a trip to the Norwich Fair. They enjoyed an evening full of fun and frolic's and enjoyed a hot chocolate before returning home.

By taking regular feedback and requests from our residents we can enhance our life enrichment program to suit the interests of the residents.

A Soulful Christmas

Supporting residents to enjoy outings, shopping, meals out and other trips is a key aspect of the weekly activities calendar.

Our Residents enjoyed a trip to watch The Wonder at The Soul Church and had a dazzling night full of excitement. There was a fantastic atmosphere and the acts were truly amazing. The interaction with the crowd got feet tapping and hands clapping.

At The Warren we support and encourage our residents to continue doing the things they love whilst also making new friends and exploring new adventures.

Twit Twoo

Residents at The Warren love the animal therapy sessions that our dedicated Activities Team organise. As one of the foundations of our Life Enrichment program, we know that animal therapy can help reduce blood pressure and improve overall cardiovascular health.

Our Residents had hands on experience and got close to a Barn Owl called destiny. Evie's Owls also gave a very informative questions and answer session that gave our Residents and insight into the lives of one of our favourite native species.

By taking regular feedback and requests from our residents we can enhance our life enrichment program to suit the interests of the residents.

Musical Hats Quiz

Residents had a great afternoon playing a quiz involving musical hats.

Leonard Lodge Care Home

Ringo the Meerkat

Ringo the 7 month old Meerkat was a huge hit at Leonard lodge care home. Residents and staff had loads of fun and cuddles. We look forward to welcoming Ringo again.