Activities at Glenroyd Care Home

Our residents enjoyed celebrating World Chocolate Day with the sweetest refreshments and treats!

We delved into the world of chocolate using "Chocolates with Oomph" activity books, and put our knowledge to the test with a fun, interactive quiz- guessing chocolates from around the globe!

We also took a virtual trip to a chocolate factory, all while indulging in our favourite chocolates. It was a truly delightful day, full of learning, and, of course, plenty of chocolate!

We all had a lovely time celebrating the sweetest day of the year.

What a lovely day out we had! Our residents enjoyed a fantastic trip to Cleveleys Beach, taking in the sea air with a gentle morning stroll and some tasty refreshments.

The summer heatwave made it the perfect day to relax by the coast, and we couldn’t resist stopping at the café for a delicious cup of coffee and a few treats.

It was wonderful to see everyone sharing stories and making new memories together. Rita, one of our residents, said, ’I’ve never been here before- thank you for showing me such a beautiful place. Can I come again?’ We were so pleased to hear how much she enjoyed it!

We’ll definitely be planning another beach visit soon. Keep an eye out for more updates from all of us at Glenroyd!

Pride Month is a time dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, honouring its history, and promoting inclusion and acceptance for all.

To mark Pride Month, our residents took part in a range of activities, learning about the history of Pride and engaging in meaningful discussions about inclusion and diversity within our community. We also held a fantastic Pride Party, where everyone had the chance to share their thoughts and experiences. Our general manager, Yvonne, joined us for the celebrations and took part in a conversation about what Pride means to her and what she feels most proud of.

To make the occasion even more special, our team created a wonderful video (CLICK HERE) capturing some of the highlights from the conversations between residents and staff.

Pride Month has been a truly important time for raising awareness and showing, once again, that everyone is welcome at Glenroyd.

We came together for our much-loved Summer Fair, proving once again that no matter the weather or our ages, there’s nothing like community spirit to bring us all together.

We started things off with a bustling ticket sale, with families and friends joining in to help raise money for our Residents’ Fund. Every penny goes towards making life here even more fun and fulfilling with future activities and outings!

Our residents had a blast drawing tombola tickets and celebrating the lucky winners. Then it was time for a delicious lunch in the garden- thankfully, the weather held out for us! Even with a cloudy sky, everyone enjoyed burgers, hot dogs, and lasagne lovingly prepared by our incredible hospitality team.

The highlight of the afternoon was welcoming the talented Wes, who had us all singing and dancing with his wonderful repertoire. It was so special to see everyone smiling and enjoying the music!

And of course, no fair is complete without a grand raffle draw. With tickets in hand, we gathered together, hoping for that winning number- and it was all made possible thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters.

We hope everyone had as much fun as we did and we can’t wait for many more adventures at Glenroyd! 

We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming the incredible cyclists from the Tour De Barchester as they made Glenroyd their pit stop on Day 2 of their journey in support of the Barchester Charitable Foundation.

Our wonderful residents, dedicated staff, and the lovely children from Westpark Nursery greeted them with huge smiles and cheers. The atmosphere was simply electric as we played ‘The Best’ by Tina Turner- because, truly, they ARE the best for everything they do!

We were also joined by our fantastic Regional Director, Loraine, who got right into the spirit by dressing up in a very convincing Liverpudlian outfit- unrecognisable and absolutely brilliant. It was such a fun touch and had us all in stitches!

For days, our residents worked hard to create a beautiful welcome banner for the Glenroyd pit stop, and it was a real highlight to see it proudly displayed and appreciated by all. To kick off the celebration, Amy, our Sales and Marketing Director, cut the ribbon and officially welcomed the cyclists for their much-needed energy refuel.

A very special moment was when our resident Jim, a lifelong cycling enthusiast, greeted the riders. Jim’s passion for cycling began as a boy with the Fleetwood Road Club, and he went on to become the club’s overall champion in 1958, with a remarkable average speed of over 23mph in his time trials. He even became a 100-mile time trial champion! Jim was joined by his proud daughter, and we’ve put together a lovely display of his cycling story- please do pop in to have a look if you’re interested!

We wish the Tour De Barchester crew the very best of luck as they continue their journey to our sister homes. Thank you for bringing your smiles, energy, and inspiration to Glenroyd- it’s been a day to remember! 

What better way to start a new initiative than during Dementia Action Week?

Our fantastic team has been working hard to bring something fresh and exciting to our residents, and we’re delighted to announce the launch of our very first Dementia Disco!

We wanted to create the perfect opportunity for our residents to enjoy dancing and socialising with others, and what a fantastic start we’ve had. The talented Steve kept everyone entertained with the best tunes, and it wasn’t long before we were all up singing and dancing together. The smiles and laughter said it all- our residents absolutely loved the disco and were chanting for “one more!”

So, by popular demand, we’re making Dementia Disco a regular event! 

We are absolutely delighted to share that we have officially launched Enable, our brand-new digital care plan system!

Enable allows our fantastic team to access care plans and life enrichment preferences at the touch of a button, using hand-held devices, tablets and computers. This move from paper to digital is a huge step forward, ensuring all care and support is recorded seamlessly and efficiently.

Over the past few weeks, our dedicated team have worked tirelessly to digitalise all our care plans, and we’re thrilled to say that we are now LIVE!

To mark this special milestone, we celebrated in true Glenroyd style- with bubbles, colourful balloons and a scrumptious homemade cake!

A big thank you goes to Josie, our E-Care Implementation Lead, for guiding us through this journey, and to every member of our wonderful team who helped make this possible.

We marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in true Glenroyd style, with a street party to remember!

Our sunny garden was adorned in red, white and blue, as residents and staff dressed up in their finest and enjoyed an afternoon filled with music, dancing, and laughter. Head Chef Mark treated everyone to a delicious lunch, along with freshly-baked cupcakes, scones and pastries- all enjoyed with pots of tea and a celebratory glass of fizz.

We joined the nation in observing the two-minute silence, and listened to Churchill’s iconic speech announcing Germany’s surrender. Residents shared their own memories of VE Day, and we watched footage of the jubilant celebrations outside Buckingham Palace and across London.

The afternoon was filled with singing, dancing, and waving flags- cherishing every moment of freedom together.

What a wonderful Good Friday we had at Glenroyd! We started off the morning with an Easter egg hunt in our beautiful garden, where residents teamed up to find as many hidden eggs as they could - with a little help from our special guest, the Easter Bunny!

Afterwards, everyone enjoyed a relaxing tea and coffee break in our conservatory, sampling the sweet treats they’d discovered. The fun continued with an Easter-themed quiz, where we learned fascinating facts about Easter traditions from around the world. It was wonderful to see families join in and make happy memories together.

Betty, one of our cherished residents, said: “Today has been filled with so much fun and laughter. Thank you for making days like this so special!”

Here’s to celebrating special moments and making more memories together! 

We had a fantastic day at Glenroyd Care Home! Our residents enjoyed a captivating virtual journey through 500 years of postal history with the Postal Museum.

From Henry VIII’s couriers to the modern postal network, we explored the amazing innovations that have kept Britain connected. Our residents loved reminiscing about sending and receiving letters over the years. They even wrote postcards that are on their way to our sister homes!

Anne said: “I thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. I’ve never been to the Postal Museum, and I’m sure my husband would love it too.”

A big thank you to Sharon from the Postal Museum’s Communities Team for bringing history to life in such an engaging way.

Our residents had a wonderful visit to West Park Kindergarten. It was an afternoon filled with joy, connection, and shared experiences that left everyone with big smiles.

We started the afternoon with the children demonstrating their impressive listening skills during story time with Auntie Jackie. Next, Jo Jingles led a lively music and movement session. Our residents couldn’t resist tapping along and joining in the fun.

The day was particularly special for Ann, one of our cherished residents. Ann was a nursery teacher and even owned her own nursery. Anne said, "Being here today brings back so many memories of my time as a nursery teacher. I've always loved my job, and it's nice to see how the nursery has evolved."

We had a wonderful time connecting with the children and sharing stories. Thank you, West Park Kindergarten, for hosting such a wonderful afternoon! 

Our beautiful conservatory was filled with love as we celebrated the incredible mothers who grace our lives.

The talented catering team prepared a delightful spread, complemented by live music from the wonderful Marianne, and of course, a glass (or two!) of our favourite wine. Because at Glenroyd, every celebration deserves a toast!

Families joined us to honour our special ladies, bringing heartfelt cards and warm wishes. Together, we danced, shared stories of motherhood, and soaked up the sun. Each mother received a tulip and a cupcake to remind them just how cherished they are.

Motherhood is a beautiful journey of love, sacrifice, and endless memories. We came together to celebrate that journey and the amazing women who make it all possible.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mothers who fill our lives with love and laughter!

The residents set sail with Glenroyd Cruise Lines to celebrate Greek Independence Day! Captain Debbie warmly welcomed everyone aboard, ensuring all passports and tickets were in order for our Greek adventure.

Our dedicated cruise team went all out to create a Greek-themed experience. Residents received personalised passports, ship tickets, and each table featured placemats with maps of our journey and a heartfelt welcome message.

We started with a delicious themed lunch crafted by our amazing hospitality team: hortosoupa, horiatiki salad, and chicken gyros, followed by homemade baklava or sponge and custard.

As we sailed, we sang along to ’Sailing’ by Rod Stewart, virtually exploring Greece's stunning islands and beaches. Residents enjoyed learning about Greek culture with activity books from Oomph on Demand while listening to Greek music. 

Captain Debbie made sure everyone enjoyed the views from their cabins, while our very own Greek goddess, Karen, shared stories of Greece's rich culture.

Ena, one of our cherished residents, shared: ‘I've visited Greece many times, and Crete is my favourite island. Thank you for bringing back these lovely memories of my travels with my husband. It truly means a lot!’

Here's to many more adventures as we relive old memories and create new ones with our ‘Around the World’ project.

Staff and residents came together to celebrate St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, with a festive themed party. 

We delved into the history of St. Patrick’s Day, which has been celebrated for over a thousand years, originally as a religious feast and now as a vibrant celebration of Irish culture around the world.

Our afternoon was filled with learning and fun as we tested our knowledge with a themed quiz. Then, the sounds of Irish music filled the room, getting everyone dancing and singing along. Although our residents prefer wine over whiskey or Irish beer, we all raised a glass to the festivities.

A special shutout to Margaret, one of our dedicated care assistants, who brought the spirit of Ireland to life with an impressive Irish dance performance! The applause was well-deserved.

Rita, one of our beloved residents, perfectly summed up the day: "Thank you for giving us the best time. I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it."

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all!

What a fantastic World Book Day we had at Glenroyd! We were thrilled to welcome the children from West Park Kindergarten for an afternoon of storytelling and fun. Our beloved Betty got into the spirit by dressing up as an Oompa Loompa, bringing smiles to everyone’s faces.

Reading has so many wonderful benefits, from sparking imagination to keeping our minds sharp. Many of our residents are passionate book lovers, and it was a joy to reminisce about our favourite childhood stories. The children proudly showed off their costumes and shared the tales behind them. 

James was a hit with his playful antics, and we all joined in for a lively rendition of the ‘Hokey Cokey’. It was a delightful day celebrating the magic of books and the joy of connecting across generations.