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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All Saints Holy Communion

The residents had a wonderful time enjoying this mornings Holy communion service at the All Saints church in Middleton Cheney.
After the service they had fine time chatting amongst them selves while enjoying a cuppa and biscuits!

Fiona Brings Festive Fun

Today the residents were treated to some lovely festive songs by the lovely Fiona Harrison - A Voice in a Million. She interacts brilliantly with the residents, encouraging them to join in very, she even got our Janet singing!

Stepping Back in Time

Our residents enjoyed another wonderful trip to Banbury Museum on Thursday morning. A highly requested outing after hearing such great things from their peers about the last visit! 

It was a lovely day filled with curiosity, cake, and plenty of smiles.  Resident, Barbara, said how nice it was to learn about the history of the place that she has lived in for so many years!

Trinity Singers Community Choir

Claremont was filled yesterday afternoon with the beautiful voices of the Trinity Singers, a community choir based in Desborough. 

It was a truly magical afternoon at the home, listening to a selection of Christmas carols and songs such as White Christmas, A Holly Jolly Christmas, Jingle Bells, 30-second Merry Christmas and many more, which brought joy to all the residents who were listening and joining in with the songs that they knew. Residents were joined by family members, who are always welcome to be with their loved ones for the live entertainment within the home.

The Trinity Singers were also glad to be back at Claremont Parkway as they come to perform for the residents each Christmas time to bring love and pure delight to the residents at this very special time in the year. 

Live entertainment brings great joy to our residents along with a sense of togetherness within the home.
One of the cornerstones of our life enrichment program is live musical entertainment.

Nanna's Special Performance

Resident Mari was treated to a musical performance on the keyboard from her Grandson Daniel Waterfield who asked if he could come in and play for his Nanna and that he would happily play for other residents as well.

Not only was Mari delighted with her Grandson playing, her friends at the home were too as Daniel played tunes such as I'm still standing, Don't Stop Me Now, We Are the Champions, White Christmas, Blue Moon, Thank you for the Music and many more to have us singing along and clapping, Mari also got up and had a dance. 

A truly special afternoon.

Latimer Arts College Choir

This morning residents had a visit from the Latimer Arts College Choir who came to sing for us along with the Mayor of Kettering Ben and Robert from the Rotary Club of Kettering Huxloe who had helped set up the choir within the school along with Assistant Principal Stephen King.
 
The Choir sang a range of traditional Christmas Songs that had the residents joining in and singing along a lovely morning was had by all.

Festive Mocktails

Thursday saw our lovely residents enjoying a festive Mocktail and a general chat before lunch, engaging in lots of laughter and reminiscing about events in the past compared to how things are today.
 
Social interactions like this are very enriching for our residents bringing them closer together and helping them to build new bonds and friendships.

Happy Birthday 'Ashley'

Rise and shine birthday boy!

This week we celebrated the birthday of Ashley who had a lovely day and he was delighted to be presented with a cake and a rendition of Happy Birthday by some of our wonderful carers and made by our super chef Jorge.

At Claremont Parkway we celebrate birthdays not just as a mark of ageing another year but as a celebration of life, achievements, and personal growth. It's a time for reflection, gratitude, and looking forward to future possibilities. Birthdays provide a special opportunity for us to help residents to gather with loved ones and create lasting memories. 


 

Employee of the Month - November

Well done Head Chef; Jorge for being nominated as our employee of the month for November. Jorge who is dedicated to his role and work tirelessly to ensure that all the residents individual care needs are met will also go above and beyond and take the time to specialise the meals and menus requested. 

Jorge also provides amazing cakes for the home visitors and residents along with ensuring that all the events have scrumptious treats. Nico, Deputy Manager presented Jorge with flowers and chocolates to say a huge well done and thank you from all the homes residents and staff.