Celebrating life at Barchester

Week on week our group of knitters is growing along with the size of their creations. The group has some really experienced knitters and others who have come back to it after a break of many years. There is no substitute for the joy of shared activity, chatting and enjoying coffee and cake with a group of like-minded people.

If you would like to join our weekly group, please call on 01932 509580.

With all the sporting events being shown on the TV. Residents decided it was time to host their own event. 

The day saw teams competing in volleyball, table tennis and races throughout the day. The day ended with an awards presentation for the winning team. For those that did not wnat to take part they cheered on from the side lines. 

We're making the most of the beautiful weather and visiting our favourite place, the beachfront. There’s nothing better than enjoying the fresh sea air, the sunshine & the stunning views together.

Our residents recently enjoyed a wonderful visit from Karen at Rise, who led an engaging session of gentle exercise and interactive games designed to keep everyone active, smiling and involved.

The session encouraged movement, laughter and plenty of conversation, with residents taking part at their own pace. They particularly loved the friendly competition throughout the games, cheering one another on and sharing plenty of smiles along the way. It created a fantastic atmosphere, with everyone enjoying the opportunity to socialise while keeping active.

At Elderwood, we believe that staying active plays an important role in both physical and emotional wellbeing. We’d like to thank Karen and the team at Rise for such an enjoyable visit, and we look forward to welcoming them back for another fun-filled session soon.

What an unforgettable two weeks it’s been here at Chalfont Lodge as we’ve celebrated all the excitement, tradition, and fun of Wimbledon!
Our residents have loved watching some truly fantastic matches, cheering on their favourites, and embracing the Wimbledon spirit with a variety of tennis-themed activities. From refreshing glasses of Pimm’s to delicious strawberries, scrumptious cakes, and classic Eton mess, there have been plenty of treats enjoyed alongside great company and lots of smiles.
It’s been wonderful to see everyone coming together to celebrate one of Britain’s most iconic sporting events. At Chalfont Lodge, we know how to make every occasion special, creating meaningful moments, lasting memories, and plenty of laughter along the way.
Thank you to everyone who made our Wimbledon celebrations such a success. Until next year… game, set and match!

Our residents have been making the most of the glorious sunshine while staying cool and, most importantly, keeping hydrated.
They enjoyed a wonderful selection of refreshing fruit juices and delicious fruit kebabs, which were absolutely mouth-watering! Smiles, sunshine, and healthy treats made for the perfect summer day in our beautiful gardens at Chalfont Lodge, plenty of shady spots to relax in! We are definitely making the most of the glorious British summer!

As part of Nutrition and Hydration Month, and especially during this recent warm weather, staying hydrated has been particularly important for everyone in our home.

We have hydration stations located around the home and regularly offer drinks to our residents throughout the day to encourage everyone to keep refreshed and hydrated.

To make hydration a little more fun, our residents have enjoyed making delicious smoothies together, choosing their favourite fruits and flavours. We have also been treating everyone to our ice cream trolley, which has been a lovely way to cool down and enjoy the sunshine.