Celebrating life at Barchester

We do love a shopping trip to M&S Exmouth. A lovely outing in our mini bus for a little bit of retail therapy is just what our residents needed this week. 

Did you know that there is the National Day of Arts in Care Homes? We had a wonderful time when we put on an art exhibition showcasing the fantastic artwork made by residents at Kernow House. 

Specially invited people came for a private viewing, and we were honoured to have the mayor, Nicola Gilbert, join us. It was a fantastic day filled with colour, imagination and plenty of smiles and a great opportunity to showcase some of the outstanding artwork created by residents.   

It was all aboard "The Good Ship Lucerne" for our Talk like a Pirate Day celebrations at the start of September.

Residents, visitors and team members had a great time, joining in with a variety of entertainment, hosted by Lucerne's own Captain Jack and first mate Kirsty, in our Memory Lane Community. We enjoyed singing, including some traditional sea fairing music, a quiz, pirate stand-up and our walk-the-plank game, which saw team members attempting to walk our "make-shift" plank all while being blindfolded and after being spun around.

It's been great fun, and we want to thank everyone for joining us today. We hope you all enjoy your pirate treasure but do eat it before it melts.     

It is always lovely to get together at our Nibbles and Tipples social evenings.

Our residents and visitors have had a great time, sharing stories and having a good laugh which was perfectly complimented by a variety of meats, cheeses, breads, sweets treats and a delicious wines. 

We thank you to everyone who joined us. We look forward to our next evening get together.     

During the Summer our residents have spent time in memory lane, engaging in sensory crafts, inspired by the beach

As we all know it's important to keep cool but also to look cool , so our residents have been designing and displaying their sunglasses, ready to soak up the sun in our beautiful gardens or in our mini bus trips to the seaside.

We think our residents have done a fantastic job, they have had a great time, with lots of laughter.    

What a wonderful time we had recently when some of our residents from Melbourn springs enjoyed a trip to the John Lawsons Circus in Royston. Our residents had a fantastic afternoon filled with laughter, excitement and plenty of wonderful memories. From the amazing performances to the lively atmosphere, there was something for everyone to enjoy. It was lovely to see their smiles and hear our residents chatting about the show at our home. 

These special outings are all about creating happy memories, enjoying experiences & spending quality time together.

Our residents at Werrington Lodge enjoyed a wonderful outing to the local pub for lunch together. Everyone had a fantastic time getting out, enjoying some delicious food, refreshing drinks and, most importantly, each other’s company. 

There were plenty of smiles and lovely conversations as everyone relaxed and enjoyed the change of scenery. A lovely way to socialise and to make special memories.         

A splash of colour, the scent of fresh flowers, and plenty of beautiful displays greeted us as we made our way to the Flower and Vegetable Show at Duthie Park. It was a lovely opportunity to step outdoors, enjoy the surroundings, and take in the creativity and hard work on display.

There was so much to see and admire, from beautiful floral arrangements and vibrant blooms to impressive displays of freshly grown fruits and vegetables. Our residents enjoyed taking their time to wander around the show, discovering the different displays and sharing their thoughts about the flowers, plants, fruits, and vegetables that caught their attention.

The outing was not only a chance to enjoy the wonderful displays but also a lovely opportunity for our residents to spend time together, chat, laugh, and share memories. There were plenty of smiles and conversations as everyone admired the hard work and creativity that had gone into each display.

Fairview came alive with the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavours of Filipino culture, giving our residents the opportunity to experience a little taste of the Philippines right here at home.

The event featured live entertainment with a selection of much-loved classics alongside favourite Tagalog songs, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Residents enjoyed listening along, sharing conversations, and taking in the music throughout the experience. No Filipino celebration would be complete without delicious street food, and our residents had the opportunity to try a variety of traditional favourites, including lechon, fish balls, and kwek-kwek. These were accompanied by refreshing Gulaman juice, giving everyone the chance to discover new flavours and enjoy a taste of Filipino culture. There was plenty of curiosity, laughter, and enjoyment as our residents explored the different foods and experienced something a little different.