Celebrating life at Barchester

Kingswood Court was delighted to welcome a male barber to our home, bringing a touch of the traditional Italian barbershop experience right to our residents.

The gentlemen enjoyed a proper refresh, with fresh haircuts, electric foil shaves, beard trims and even a relaxing hot towel shave. But it wasn’t just about the haircut, it was about recreating the atmosphere and memories of visiting the barbers when they were younger. With classical music playing from the jukebox, the familiar sound and smell of a traditional barbershop brought back plenty of memories and conversation.

James particularly enjoyed the experience, saying it “felt just like going to the barber when I was a young man.” He reminisced about his younger days, when a trip to the barber was part of his regular routine, sitting in the chair, having a trim and catching up with the barber.

The gentlemen certainly embraced the experience, enjoying the chance to sit back, relax, have a chat and leave feeling fresh and smart.

Kingswood Court came alive with music, creativity, courage and plenty of talent as we hosted our very own Kingswood Got Talent!

The show was hosted by our Senior Regional Chef, Lee, with the event organised by our Activities Coordinator, Shayla. But the real stars of the show were our residents, colleagues and families, who all stepped into the spotlight and shared something special with us. From singing and dancing to poetry, drawing, knitting, sewing and so much more, there was something for everyone. Some performances made us smile, some surprised us with incredible talent, and others gave us a glimpse into the personal stories and passions of the people who call Kingswood Court home.

Kingswood Got Talent wasn't simply about winning a trophy. It was about having the courage to step forward, trying something new, sharing a passion and celebrating one another. Whether it was picking up a microphone, performing a dance, reading a poem, creating artwork, knitting, sewing or simply cheering someone else on – everyone played a part in making the day special.

A huge thank you to Lee for being our fantastic host, to our judges for taking on the very difficult task of choosing the winners, and to all our residents, families and colleagues who performed, supported and encouraged each other. Kingswood Court definitely has talent – and we can't wait to see what comes next!         

We're very lucky at Chater Lodge to have a beautiful, secluded garden, complete with a couple of apple trees and a pear tree.

This week, some of our apples had fallen from the tree, so Michael headed out into the garden to gather them up. Rather than letting them go to waste, he collected them for our kitchen team to make a delicious treat.

There's something lovely about being able to pick fruit grown right here in our own garden and make good use of it in the home. We looked forward to seeing what our chefs decided to make with Michaels harvest, and we were delighted to taste a special home-grown apple crumble.      

A trip into Stamford to the record shop down St Peters street with our resident Bill to have a browse through the vinyl records on the shelves. Bill collects vinyls and had great pleasure in educating team members on his collection.

After a few hours spent in the record shop, our next destination took us to the Golden Fleece, where residents indulged in their favourite beverages.

Jack said, “his local you could park right outside.“
 

Thank you to our wonderful Housekeeping team.

We all appreciate the housekeeping team so much so we gave them flowers. The flowers were put together by the residents to thank them.

Lesley head housekeeper said ‘ I really enjoy going room to room and getting to know each resident individually it’s a pleasure of the job’.   

Residents at Cheverton Lodge enjoyed a colourful and creative morning celebrating National Colouring Day.

Everyone was encouraged to get involved with some colourful drawing, with residents creating their own pictures of the care home. It was lovely to see everyone choosing their favourite colours, sharing ideas and chatting together as they worked on their artwork.
The activity created a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere, with plenty of smiles and laughter along the way. Residents enjoyed taking their time with their drawings and admiring each other’s creations.

To add to the fun, we also enjoyed music on our Happi Table, which brought even more smiles and encouraged residents to join in with the lively atmosphere.

And, of course, we made sure there was time for a nice cup of tea!

It was a lovely morning filled with creativity, music, conversation and friendship. Most importantly, it was wonderful to see our residents enjoying themselves and spending quality time together.    

Residents at Cheverton Lodge recently enjoyed a lovely outing to Hornsey Library, giving everyone the opportunity to spend some time in the local community and enjoy a change of scenery. The trip was a wonderful chance for residents to get out and about, browse the shelves and explore the library at their own pace.

Some enjoyed looking through the books, while others simply appreciated being out together and taking in the surroundings.
There were plenty of smiles and friendly conversations throughout the visit, making it a lovely experience for everyone who joined us.

Outings like this are a great way for residents to stay connected with their local community while enjoying meaningful time together outside the home. It was especially lovely to see everyone enjoying themselves and supporting one another during the trip.   

At Cheverton Lodge, we enjoyed a special week celebrating our wonderful Housekeeping Team and the important role they play in making the home feel welcoming and comfortable for everyone.

One of the highlights was a relaxing pamper session organised by our care and activities teams. Our housekeeping colleagues enjoyed hand massages, face masks and nail painting, giving them the chance to take some well-deserved time for themselves. There were plenty of smiles, laughter and lovely conversations throughout the afternoon. The home was also decorated with balloons and a special ‘Thank You’ banner to help make the week feel extra special.

Our General Manager, Ritu Kuruti, hosted a lovely tea party with refreshments and treats. We were also delighted to welcome our Managing Director, Michelle, who joined the celebration and presented gifts to the team.

It was a wonderful week celebrating the people who work so hard behind the scenes to make Cheverton Lodge feel like home.

We have enjoyed a fun game of cards, with delicious beverages being served and enjoying good company.

The activity created an enjoyable and relaxed environment and it might become our residents favourite. Even though there weren’t real winnings everyone enjoyed the competitive side of the game.

Watch out Vegas here we come!