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Celebrating life at Barchester
We celebrate life through everything we do, from our thoughtful experiences and activities to our delicious food. We offer the latest technology as well as sensory engagement to nurture the wellbeing of our residents. With a wide variety of tailored activities and events we make sure our residents have the best physical, mental, spiritual and social stimulation, all bespoke to them. Take a look at what we’ve been up to…
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Happy 90th Birthday Jelly Bean
A special birthday to our Jelly Bean- Jamla. 90 Years young.
A time to celebrate with family and a delicious Chocolate cake decorated with Jelly Beans.
Peggy the dog paid a special visit too,
Employee of the month
The power of remembrance- All Souls Day
This week at Darcy Gardens we marked All Souls Day, closely followed by Remembrance Day, a time to focus on the power of remembrance and why it matters so much in a care setting.
Remembrance takes many forms. It may be a collective day and event, such as the 11th of November or the nearest Sunday. It may be a personal act of remembrance for someone special, or a quiet reflection on a life, a place or a moment. Each has its own time and place through the year, and each carries great personal significance for the individual.
Hazleton Gardens was on the radio
Wonderful to connect with listeners of Portsmouth Express FM Radio and share the fantastic news from Hazleton Gardens. General Manager Sam and Home Services Jack was interviewed by Paul Marsh live on the radio. Listen to the interview - Here.
Neighbour’s Cheese & Wine evening
A World of Flavours at Fairview
Fairview celebrated World Food Day with a wonderful culinary journey around the globe, giving our residents the opportunity to explore the rich flavours, cultures, and traditions of eight different countries, all from the comfort of their home.
The event featured a delicious variety of street food and traditional dishes from across the world, allowing residents to discover new flavours, revisit familiar favourites, and experience the diversity of international cuisine. There was plenty of curiosity, conversation, and enjoyment as everyone explored the different dishes and shared their experiences together.
To make the experience even more exciting, each resident received a special Golden Food Ticket, which they could use to tick off each country after tasting its delicious food. This fun and interactive activity encouraged residents to try something new, discover different culinary traditions, and enjoy the journey from one country to another.
It was a lovely celebration of food, culture, and togetherness, bringing everyone together through the universal joy of sharing a meal. World Food Day at Fairview was a wonderful reminder that food has the power to connect people, celebrate our differences, and create meaningful moments together.
Pompey in the Community
Community Open Day and Lunch Brings Bath Together at Darcy Gardens
Darcy Gardens was alive with conversation and community spirit this autumn as we hosted our Community Open Day and lunch. We were delighted to welcome local charities, organisations, entrepreneurs and representatives from BANES, along with families considering Darcy Gardens for their future care needs.
A wonderful afternoon with the Mayor of Bath
The Mayor of Bath joined us as honoured guest and spent a wonderful afternoon with us, fully embracing our home and meeting all of our residents, community groups and resident ambassadors. The Mayor attended the residents' meeting, hearing first-hand from the people who live here, and joined a show round for visitors exploring Darcy Gardens for the future, seeing our premium care and facilities.
Senior General Manager Aga Musial said: "It was an honour and a privilege to welcome everyone to Darcy Gardens. Our resident ambassadors had the opportunity to meet the Mayor, and I am extremely proud of our home team and the care they provide."
Residents at the heart of the day
Our resident ambassadors welcomed guests and shared what life at Darcy Gardens is really like. Residents were also part of the planning panel which, for BANES, signed off the build, so the home reflects the views of the people who live here. The day ended with an invitation to the Mayor's Parlour, recognising their contribution and looking ahead to further links with the city.
Staying active and enjoying the garden
The ladies from Baskerville Gym led an exercise class for our residents, helping everyone keep moving and smiling. The garden, bathed in autumn sunshine, was a true delight for residents and guests alike.
Bringing people together.
The day brought together like-minded people, social groups and those committed to holistic healthy living, all in one room. Connections like these are an important part of the whole home approach at Darcy Gardens, helping residents stay part of the wider community.
An autumn lunch to remember
Our head chef, Bart, prepared a seasonal menu that included:
• Broccoli and Stilton soup with homemade bread
• Jacket potatoes baked in olive oil and salt, with fillings of cheese, beans, or spicy tuna with hot honey
• Autumnal salsa
• Beetroot, feta, greens and nuts
• Pear, walnut, pomegranate and blue cheese
• Warm butternut squash salad with seasonal dressings
• Greek yoghurt and berry pots
• Pumpkin and autumn spice cake
Everyone agreed it was absolutely delicious.
Looking ahead
We have community lunches planned for each season in 2027. Our Spring Community Lunch will take place on Friday 12th March 2027, and we would love to see you there.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so special.