Activities at Mallard Court Care Home

Residents at Mallard Court celebrated International Flower Day which took place on 21st January.  International Flower Day promotes the psychological boost that flowers can give to people. From growing and nurturing plants and flowers, to gifting flowers to show love and appreciation, and sometimes just the simple act of admiring their beauty – flowers have the power to make someone’s day. 

Ray at resident at the home commented, “how much he had enjoyed the day as it had brought back many fond memories of spending time in his own garden, pruning his beloved roses”

Residents at Mallard Court have been hard at work creating cards to send to their loved ones as a surprise during the festive period. They have also been making use of skype and facetime so that they can video call their relatives – although some weren’t too sure about the new technology at the start of the pandemic but now thoroughly enjoy the many new ways of keeping in touch with their loved ones!

Residents and staff at Mallard Court said a fond farewell to popular resident Neil as he returned home to rejoin his family at the Expanse hotel in Bridlington for Christmas after residing at the home since July 2019.  Neil was a much loved character at the home and will be missed greatly but the team are delighted that he has been able to return home and wish both Neil and his family a very happy Christmas.

Residents from Mallard Court enjoyed an afternoon of cup cake decorating as part of their baking club, which took them back to their younger years.  Baking sessions are a popular activity for the home and the activity had taste buds tingling.

The homes activities coordinator, said: “The residents enjoyed getting creative with their decorations as it not only brings back memories of their childhood, but also times when they’ve baked with their own children and grandchildren. Once all the cakes were decorated, we all enjoyed sitting down with a cup of tea and a home-made cake.”

Barchester’s Mallard Court got in the Christmas spirit on Christmas day as they welcomed a very special visitor, Santa Claus and his Elves who delivered presents to everyone before being overshadowed by General Manager, Dianne Peters jack Russell, Chalky who joined in the fun. Residents enjoyed a feast of festive foods prepared by the home’s hospitality team.

General Manager, Dianne Peters said: “We’ve had a year like no other so we wanted to really spoil our residents and give them an extra special treat.  We’ve all had such fun letting our hair down today, and it is clear that everyone really enjoyed the day.”

Residents and staff had great fun taking 'selfie' photos of each other in the special Christmas frame made by Leanda, one of the Lifestyle Coordinators.