Celebrating life at Barchester

Residents at Station Court care home had an owl-solutley fantastic day on memory lane with their very own petting zoo experience with Animal Antics. 

The afternoon was filled with smiles, snuggles and a few squeals as residents met, held, cuddled and stroked some very special visitors. From tiny whiskered mice to cuddly rabbits, prickly hedgehogs to scaly snakes, but Bracken the barred owl certainly stole the show.

Animal discovery sessions are always such a paws-itive experience, bringing comfort and connection for residents, especially those living with dementia.    

Residents and staff members of Station Court Care Home were joined by their loved ones to mark the 81st anniversary of Victory in Europe at a special Bless ‘Em All party.  

The care home was dressed in Union Jacks, flags were waved and sherry was toasted as wartime classics and party anthems were performed live by the brilliant local vocalist, Mark McCann, having everyone singing along and dancing together, replicating the joyful feelings of street parties and celebrations held in the 40s.           

Station Court Care Home certainly had the disco fever! The home was decorated in sparkles and disco balls, staff members dressed in Motown attire and residents and their loved ones came together for a Motown-themed afternoon filled with music, memories and feel-good vibes!

The atmosphere was full of sunshine and soul as the fabulous Michaela from Musical Memories performed everyone’s favourite 60s Motown classics, having everybody getting into the groove, singing along and dancing in their seats, followed by sippin’ on delicious Motown-inspired mocktails such as tempting twists and grapevine whilst reminiscing the good old days celebrating world cocktail day!      

A Deputy Manager at Castle Park in Sutton, Hull has received a prestigious 20-Year Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 20-years.

Sonia Richardson, now Deputy Manager started at Barchester in May 2006 and has worked with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years.

Wendy Sugden, General Manager of Castle Park said: “We’re delighted to be celebrating 20-years of loyal service with Castle Park. She has demonstrated her dedication and loyalty to this home and its residents year after year. I speak for all of us here at Castle Park when I say that I’m looking forward to many more years of working with Sonia!”

We had a wonderful morning today as a talented violinist came into our care home to perform for everyone. Residents enjoyed sitting out in our beautiful garden, listening to the lovely music in the sunshine. A truly special and relaxing day for al

The residents enjoyed a creative and inspiring activity today, making personalised birthday cards to share with family and friends

Wimborne has been enjoying a makeover!

The 2 beloved courtyards are benefitting from a 'refit', the first; our 'party' courtyard, (just off the lounge and dining area and a favourite for meals, refreshments and gatherings) is now in service! Just in time for the recent very hot spell.

Residents have made the best of a recent hot spell.

Hats, shade, sun-cream, lollies and the paddling pool have enabled fun in the scorchio sun!

We are so blessed to have some incredible volunteers.

Ann and Sandra are invaluable members of the team and we took a moment in Volunteers Week to thank them for all their dedicated help and support