Activities at Fountains Care Home

At Fountains Care Home, we're excited to share a delightful new addition to our community: our very own sweet shop! This initiative is all about encouraging social interactions and empowering our residents to become shopkeepers, giving them the chance to take on a fun and engaging role within our home. Seeing the smiles on everyone's faces as they enjoy the sweet treats is truly heart-warming. It’s not just about the sweets – it’s about fostering enjoyment, laughter, and a sense of pride in the work we do together.

A huge thank you to our wonderful team for turning this sweet idea into a reality! Through great teamwork and creativity, we've created a space where residents can connect, have fun, and enjoy a little bit of extra joy in their day.

We wanted to take a moment to share the wonderful experience we had during our "Meet the Manager" event. We hosted an afternoon tea where we enjoyed the delightful company of our community members, residents, and staff. 

A highlight of the day was our special guest, the Mayor of Solihull, who added an extra layer of enjoyment to the afternoon. Everyone had a lovely time and truly enjoyed themselves. 

On St. Patrick's Day, the Brownies from Monkspath 1st came to visit the residents at Fountains for a special celebration. The young visitors had the opportunity to learn about the significance of the day and took part in various activities. One of the highlights was Irish Bingo, which was both fun and educational. They also engaged in a creative activity where they made pots of gold using food ingredients, which the residents enjoyed tasting. Additionally, the Brownies made wrist bracelets as a keepsake.

The residents were also fascinated to learn about the Brownies' badges and how they earned them. To make the visit even more special, the catering department prepared fresh homemade brownies for the Brownies to take home, leaving everyone with a sweet memory of the day. It was a wonderful exchange of knowledge, creativity, and delicious treats!

Residents at Fountains Care Home were recently treated to a heart-warming visit from Local Guide Dogs UK, with three wonderful guide dogs—Danny, Daisy, and Matty gracing the home. The visit was made even more special by a talk from Helen, a guest speaker, who shared insightful stories about the dogs' lives, their rigorous training, and the vital roles they play in supporting those with visual impairments.

The residents had the opportunity to interact with the dogs, offering them gentle strokes and fussing over their friendly personalities. The joy and excitement in the air were palpable, as the dogs brought smiles and warmth to everyone in the room. It was a truly uplifting experience that brightened the day for all involved, creating a wonderful sense of connection and happiness throughout the care home. The visit not only showcased the incredible work of guide dogs but also helped foster a positive and joyful atmosphere for our residents.

On International Women’s Day, our residents and staff gathered together to reflect on the remarkable women who have shaped the world we live in today.

 Through engaging open talks and watching an inspiring video clip from the international women’s day website. We celebrated their achievements and discussed the impact these women have had in impacting the future generations. It was a meaningful occasion to honour their legacies and continue the conversation about gender equality and empowerment.

At Fountains Care home, World Book Day is more than just a day to celebrate literature it’s an opportunity to bring our community together, ignite imaginations, and build meaningful relations between our residents and staff.

With our staff members wearing their favourite characters, this bought excitement and laughter into our home, as our residents began to laugh and engage with the staff wanting to guess which characters they were, residents expressed their admiration for the staff’s efforts to bringing fun into the home. 

During our coffee morning our residents engaged and interacted as they shared their own favourite stories, plots, and authors. This made good conversations and open discussions about the classic and modern-day literature. The atmosphere was uplifting and full of enthusiasm.

At Fountains we like to believe that the power of these events brings our community together and provides enriching experiences for our residents. We look forward to many more days where we can share stories, laughter, and keep connecting with different generations.