Mobile libraries bring all the benefits of a modern service to people who cannot access a larger library. Whether it's audio books, poetry or prose, there is a wide choice when the library visits Badgeworth Court. With many avid readers, the mobile library has between 1500-3000 books so there is always something for everyone to enjoy and room visits make this possible for all the residents.

On Saturday 14th September, Mrs Pauline Yiend celebrated her 100th Birthday with family and friends, and with staff and residents of Badgeworth Court Care Centre, where Pauline has been resident for eighteen months. At her party, Pauline enjoyed two birthday cakes, blowing out her candles with Georgia, one of the activity team, and with Xin Zhao, Care Home Manager. She also enjoyed socialising with family friends, including Dame Felicity Lott and Mrs Deborah Phelan, daughters of Pauline’s best friend since girlhood.

At the party, it was lovely to see photos of Pauline’s life, displayed by her family and by care home staff, and especially to see the Cheltenham Medal of Honour certificate presented to Pauline in 1990 for her fifty three years of service to the community of Cheltenham.

A lovely birthday for a lovely lady!

Interacting with a friendly pet can help many physical and mental health issues. It can also release endorphins that produce a calming effect. Residents enjoyed a visit from Sadie and Chili on the 11th August. Chili visited many residents throughout the home and will be returning for more visits very soon.

Cats Ben and Tom popped in to visit the residents at Badgeworth on Thursday 8th August. The cats came for New Start Cat Rescue and were accompanied by the lovely volunteers. Residents enjoyed an afternoon of cuddles, as well as remembering their previous pets and their stories of the mischievous antics.

On Saturday 17th August we opened the Badgeworth Court gardens to residents, staff, friends and families for our Summer Fete. There was something for everyone from face painting and a bouncy castle to raffles and refreshments. We were also joined by staff from Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service and got to have a look inside a Fire Engine. As well as that we enjoyed musical entertainment from the Ola Samba band and Singer Rebecca.

A great morning session with the magic table. The colourful light projections respond to hand and arm movements, enabling residents to play with the light itself, increasing both movement and stimulation.With benefits including having a  positive effect upon well-being by improving mood, reducing apathy and restlessness, as well as increasing engagement levels.