Celebrating life at Barchester

Our residents had the pleasure of enjoying a delightful lunch outing at Bloxham Nursery & Tearoom.

This visit provided them with an opportunity to experience the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the establishment while savouring a carefully prepared meal. Such excursions not only offer a change of scenery but also contribute positively to the residents' social engagement and overall well-being.

Resident Ambassador Fiona stated "What a wonderful afternoon lunch out we all had, being able to get into the minibus no matter the mobility, browse around the nursery at beautiful Christmas trinkets along with a delightful lunch, we all has such a great time".

Residents and staff came together to celebrate New Year's Eve with an evening full of joyous festivities.

The event featured lively singing that brought everyone into the spirit of the occasion, fostering a strong sense of community and shared celebration. 

Residents also enjoyed a delightful selection of snacks, including cheese, wine, sausage rolls, and samosas, adding to the festive atmosphere. 

As the night drew to a close, attendees gathered in the garden to enjoy sparklers, which added a magical and memorable touch to the conclusion of the evening. This wonderful celebration provided an opportunity for all to reflect on the past year and welcome the new one with hope and positivity.

This morning, residents enjoyed a delightful arts and crafts session where they created personalized 2026 calendars.

The activity was a perfect blend of creativity and practicality, allowing everyone to showcase their artistic skills while designing something useful for the year ahead. The session fostered a warm and friendly atmosphere, encouraging social interaction and collaboration among participants.

To make the experience even more enjoyable, refreshments were served, giving everyone a chance to relax and chat while sipping on their favourite drinks and enjoying some light snacks. Overall, it was a wonderful way to kick off the new year with creativity and a touch of fun.

At Epsom Beaumont Care Home, we believe in offering activities that support both physical and mental wellbeing. Our gentle yoga sessions, led by the wonderful Lorraine, bring a sense of calm, joy, and connection to our residents.

During the sessions, Lorraine guides residents through sequences like “Spirit Salute”, focusing on self-respect, warming up the spine, improving posture, and encouraging slow, mindful breathing. The room quickly fills with positive energy and laughter as residents enjoy yoga-flow warm-ups, gentle stretches, and movements inspired by swimming, dancing, tennis, and even “stirring the pot”!

These sessions encourage social interaction, spark memories, and create a space where residents feel supported and connected. The calming meditation at the end helps them focus on their breath, leaving them with a wonderful sense of relaxation and wellbeing. We are grateful to Lorraine, our Care Practitioner Gayatri, and Activities Coordinator Katie for their ongoing support, making these moments a true highlight for our residents.

The whole home was filled with amazement by our special visitors this month. We were delighted to welcome in the magnificent Wilson and Flicker with John and Elaine from Pet Therapy Scotland for the day.

The smiles on everyone’s faces were worth its wait in gold. Residents could not believe they could come inside to their bedrooms. PJ regaled us with stories of riding when he was a boy. Nicholas said it reminded him of his grandfather having horses when he was a boy and Mary just feel in love with them, willing to give up her bed and sleep on the floor so they could stay the night. We all can’t wait to have them visit again in the future.    

Residents at Beaufort Grange recently enjoyed a festive flower-arranging session, led by Master Florist Kathryn Delve, as part of a Christmas-inspired virtual event.

The demonstration was streamed live to Barchester care homes and hospitals across the country, giving residents the opportunity to take part in a shared experience while learning new skills. With expert guidance, residents created beautiful Christmas table centrepieces, choosing colours and textures to suit their own styles.

The session was relaxed, engaging, and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone involved. Residents took pride in their finished arrangements, which added a seasonal touch to shared areas around the home.

It was a wonderful afternoon that combined creativity, learning, and festive spirit.    

There was plenty of laughter at Beaufort Grange during a lively visit from Memory Lane Entertainment, who brought music, magic, and festive fun to residents, visitors, and team members.

The interactive performance had everyone smiling from start to finish, with light-hearted moments and surprises keeping the atmosphere upbeat and inclusive. Residents enjoyed watching the magic unfold and joining in with the entertainment, while the team helped create a relaxed and joyful environment.

The afternoon ended on a high note, with everyone up on their feet, singing and dancing along to “The 12 Days of Christmas.” It was a fantastic shared experience that created lasting memories and plenty of conversation long after the performance ended.

Events like this play an important role in bringing people together and adding variety to daily life at Beaufort Grange.   

We were delighted to welcome into our home members of our local community, families and friends to join in at our Christmas fête. Residents busied themselves in the week leading up to it making festive decorations, sweet treats, hampers and much more to sell on the day. 

The home was filled with a buzz of Christmas music and laughter, there was a tombola, raffle and café which, with the help of lots of donations from our families and staff that we managed to raise an incredible £730 for our residents' funds. The residents would like to thank everyone for their help on the day and all of your kind donations.