Celebrating life at Barchester

Rocky's sweetshop, Kingsmere Tuckshop delivered the goods this Easter, or more specifically lots of Easter eggs to our residents. Plenty of penny sweets, Easter eggs and fun interactions were served up with a dash of good humour, sharing uplifting moments with all residents. Fun times at Mortain Place this Easter...

Residents and staff enjoyed a heart-warming Easter, defined by a series of community collaborations and intergenerational visits that brought "happiness and warmth" to the home.

The celebrations kicked off with a special visit from the children of Busy Bunnies Nursery, who gifted residents handmade Easter cards and bright daffodils. The youngsters joined residents for a day of creative colouring and a joyful Easter egg hunt, culminating in a traditional fish and chip lunch hosted by Cassie and her team.

The musical atmosphere was further lifted by Julia, a local music teacher, who brought her students to perform. Their live instrumental sets filled the home, providing a poignant soundtrack to the festive period.

Community spirit was also extended to the frontline team. Sharron Toms, from the Tesco Hampton Community Room, made a special visit on Good Friday to deliver Easter eggs to the entire staff. The gesture and her kind words about the team’s dedication provided a significant morale boost during the busy holiday shift.

"We have been having such a wonderful Easter here at Hampton Grove," said Activity Coordinator Becky Merrington. "After our residents spent so much time spreading kindness and gifting to others, they were delighted to receive a little treat of their own. Seeing their smiles as they enjoyed their well-deserved Easter eggs reminded us all what a special community we have here."

Our residents always thoroughly enjoy a mix of external visits from local businesses and our own internal activities, and this week was no exception.

A Trip Down Memory Lane as we were delighted to welcome Sweet Memories of Hadleigh back to the home! Rebecca transformed our reception into a nostalgic wonderland with her traditional stall. 

Residents loved browsing the old-fashioned jars and purchasing their favourite classic sweets and special Easter treats. In fact it was so busy we didn’t manage to capture any photos apart from our lovely receptionist Clare making her purchase!! 

Our residents joined forces with Linda, our talented second chef, for a pizza-making session and  selecting their own delicious toppings, everyone had a lovely time preparing the creations for the evening.

A huge thank you to Rebecca from Sweet Memories and our wonderful kitchen team for making these moments so special

We love to celebrate everyone's birthday in the home, and our dedicated Head Chef Glenn Coombs always make an individual cake for our residents to mark their special day.

At Brampton View we celebrate birthdays not just as a mark of ageing another year but as a celebration of life, achievements, and personal growth. It's a time for reflection, gratitude, and looking forward to future possibilities. 

Birthdays provide a special opportunity for us to help residents to gather with loved ones and create lasting memories.

We aren't just a team at Brampton View, but also a community hub with the wonderful connection we have with the local district nurses.

We know that the care and clinical expertise the District Nurses provide are absolutely vital in the home. Whether it’s a scheduled visit or extra support, the nurses work hand in-hand with our staff to ensure the very best care right here in the comfort of their home. Their presence brings so much peace of mind and professional excellence to our daily lives. Please do stop and say hello to the district nurses if you see them in the home.

One face that is always a joy to see in our corridors is the fantastic Sarah Smith, who stopped by and had a chat with our General Manager Elina, Sarah who is a regular face at Brampton View and isn't just a hero in a uniform she’s a hero in trainers, too! She is currently training hard to take on the Brighton Marathon this year. 🏅 and raising funds for MIND (THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH) which Brampton View has donated too.

We wanted to share this photo of Sarah and send her a massive "Good Luck" from all the residents and staff. Sarah, we see how hard you work for us every day, and we know you’ll bring that same determination to those 26.2 miles! We are all behind you!

A fantastic weekend full of activities, including the safe arrival of our hatching chicks!  There was even time for a visit from the Easter Bunny!

We have had a superb Easter at Tewkesbury Fields. Church Service, Easter Egg Hunt, Classic Car display, Easter Crafts with children. We have taken time to sit quietly in the sunshine and admire the beautiful surroundings and of course plenty to eat and drink.