Celebrating life at Barchester

We celebrate life through everything we do, from our thoughtful experiences and activities to our delicious food. We offer the latest technology as well as sensory engagement to nurture the wellbeing of our residents. With a wide variety of tailored activities and events we make sure our residents have the best physical, mental, spiritual and social stimulation, all bespoke to them. Take a look at what we’ve been up to…

Fountains Care Home

National Volunteers’ Week

As we celebrated National Volunteers’ Week, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Sally and Carl, who generously give their time to support the life-enriching moments we create for our residents.

Their kindness, dedication, and willingness to help make a real difference every day, bringing joy, companionship, and meaningful experiences to those in our care.

We are incredibly grateful for everything they do and the positive impact they have on our community.

Thank you, Sally and Carl, and thank you to all volunteers everywhere for the invaluable contribution you make in helping others and enriching lives.

Sherborne Bowls

Residents enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Sherborne Bowls Open Day, where they had the opportunity to watch the games, meet members of the local club, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

It was a lovely afternoon out in the community, filled with conversation, fresh air, and plenty of smiles.

Silverbirch House Care Home

Trip out to Mercedes World in Weybridge

We cannot resist a trip to Mercedes World in Weybridge. There is so much to see and do on a day spent here, there are racing cars, driving experiences, a learning centre and an attractive coffee shop.

Bayleaf Care Home

National Carers Week

It’s National Carers Week, and what better opportunity to recognise the incredible people who make Bayleaf Care Home the special place it is. 💙

Our team are so much more than carers to our residents – they are trusted friends, companions, and a constant source of kindness and support. One of the greatest privileges is seeing the genuine relationships and bonds that grow between our care staff and the people they look after.

To every member of our amazing team, thank you for your compassion, dedication, and everything you do each and every day. You truly make a difference, and we are so grateful to have you.

You are simply the best! 🌟

Happy 106th Birthday, Charlotte!

Today has been all about our wonderful resident Charlotte as she celebrated the incredible milestone of turning 106 years young!

The celebrations began this morning with a pampering session from our lovely hairdresser Emma, who made sure Charlotte was looking and feeling her absolute best for her special day.

Throughout the day, family members, staff, and fellow residents came together to celebrate with Charlotte, enjoying delicious birthday cake and sharing memories as she spoke about her remarkable life and the experiences she has gathered over the years.

The fun continued this afternoon when Michelle’s Animal Therapy and Petting Party came to visit. Charlotte was truly in her element, spending time with the animals and enjoying every moment of their company. (She joked animals over people any day.

It has been a wonderful day filled with laughter, love, and treasured memories as we celebrated an amazing lady. Charlotte, thank you for sharing your special day with us all. We wish you the happiest of birthdays and many more moments of joy ahead

Hampton Grove Care Home

Congratulations to Jeni on 10 years of dedicated service at Hampton Grove Care Home!

Thank you for your hard work, kindness, and commitment to our residents and team over the past decade. We truly appreciate everything you do.

You have been a pillar of support and a source of constant positivity for everyone around you. Your dedication has shaped our community in so many beautiful ways, and we are incredibly lucky to have had you with us for these past ten years.

Happy 10-year anniversary, Jeni!

Hampton Grove Care Home

Happy Birthday Pete our Family Ambassador

The Hampton Grove care home family recently came together to host a heartfelt birthday celebration for Pete, a deeply cherished member of our community and our official "Family Ambassador".

Pete’s connection to the home is profoundly personal as his wife, Karen, is a resident at Hampton Grove. This bond has inspired Pete to become an indispensable daily presence here. From helping out around the home and meticulously tending to the gardens to offering invaluable support to other residents and their families, Pete’s selflessness touches lives every single day. The birthday party was our way of saying a massive thank you for his unwavering dedication and warmth.

The celebration was filled with joy, laughter, and high spirits, drawing a wonderful turnout of both staff and residents who were eager to wish Pete well. Adding to the special occasion, Hampton Grove’s General Manager, Stefan Lupu, led the home's tributes, while Regional Director Marjory Dino also popped in to personally express her gratitude and wish him a very happy birthday.

Everyone at Hampton Grove is incredibly grateful for everything Pete does, and it was an honour to celebrate a man who gives so much of himself to enrich our care home community.

Hampton Grove Care Home

Sweet Swirl Ice Cream Treat

A lovely trip out today for Joan, who absolutely loves ice cream. We visited a new dessert place and she chose her favourite flavour, salted caramel

Joan had a wonderful time and we would like to say a big thank you to the staff for making her feel so welcome. They were so kind and thoughtful, chatting with Joan, asking how her day was, making sure she was happy with her ice cream, and wishing her well. She said she definitely wants to go again

Hampton Grove Care Home

East Elites’ Cadets surprised visit

There was plenty of cheer in the building today as two of East Elites’ Cadets popped in after their competition in Sheffield to brighten everyone’s day. Residents loved hearing all about the competition and seeing their fantastic outfits up close, and had such fun meeting the girls and taking photos with them.

The Cadets are the youngest competitive cheer team at East Elite, and both girls play very important roles within the squad.

Mia Bird is a Back Spot a vital position in the team. Back Spots support the flyers, helping keep them safe while assisting them into positions and poses. They also have to remember all the floor routines and are often responsible for counting to keep the team in perfect time.

Freya Furnell is a Flyer and the clue is in the name! Flyers are the athletes lifted high into the air, balancing on shoulders and knees while performing positions and stunts. They are often the very top of the pyramid.
It was wonderful for everyone to hear about their achievements and share in the excitement of competition day.

Thank you both