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…

Wimbledon Beaumont Care Community

Respite reunion

We were so delighted to welcome back our previous respite residents for a lovely reunion. It means so much to stay connected, share special moments, and enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee together.

Thank you to everyone who came along – it was truly wonderful to see you all again.

Chater Lodge Care Home

Flower arranging

We had a lovely time creating some stunning flower displays with some of our ladies at Chater Lodge. What a wonderful activity it turned out to be.

The room was filled with laughter and creativity and the room smelt beautiful.

Everyone chose their flowers, arranging them in their own unique way, chatting away while they made their creations. It was such a relaxing and enjoyable activity, we can't wait to do it again. Each flower arrangement was as unique as the person who made it.

Chater Lodge Care Home

Easter celebrations at Chater Lodge

The residents at Chater Lodge had a wonderful Easter, where they welcomed a special guest and her little helper.

The Easter bunny and her little helper hopped around the home carrying a basket of Easter treats. The residents were excited to interact with the Easter bunny and happily posed for pictures with her. The Easter bunny, true to her reputation, brightened up the day for everyone. Residents had a wonderful time, full of joy and laughter.

During the day, residents and guests tucked into hot cross buns and even more chocolate treats.

Chater Lodge Care Home

Charity care wash

The community engagement team braved the elements to wash cars to raise money for The Barchester Foundation.

From vans to small cars, no job was too big or small. The team tackled them all.

Refreshments were given out to the customers, and they were thanked for their contributions.

Elderwood House Care Home

Cheese and Wine evening

We recently hosted a cheese and wine evening for our neighbours.

It was a chance to thank them for their patience whilst we built our beautiful home, a chance for them to ask us any questions they may have and of course a chance for a sneak peak tour of Elderwood House.

It was so wonderful to meet those who attended and we are so pleased you could make it, there will be another event like this soon for those who couldn't.

We are lucky to be part of such a welcoming community.

Bayleaf Care Home

Parkinson's Awareness Presentation

We were very pleased to be joined by Beth Condie from Parkinson's UK who gave an excellent presentation on Parkinson's Awareness.

Whilst Beth was with us we were able to present her with the cheque for the money that our amazing team at Bayleaf raised by doing the 5k inflatable run at Huntingdon Racecourse on April 11th.

Parkinson's UK is an amazing charity that offers so many levels of support and we are very proud to have an association with such a worthwhile cause.

Tyspane Care Home – Proud of its heritage

At Tyspane Care Home, we understand that museums play a crucial role in supporting the well-being of our elderly residents by providing cognitive stimulation, social interaction, and opportunities for personal enrichment. Engaging with cultural activities, such as museum visits, can significantly reduce the risk of developing depression and reducing overall well-being.

Aime Bown (General Manager) believes in offering a range of events and outings that support resident’s interests, abilities, and cultural diversity, with each activity designed to enhance life skills and provide a feeling of purpose and self-worth.

Today, excited residents boarded the mini-bus for a trip to Barnstaple Museum, Barnstaple being the nearest local town, one which our residents are familiar with, and many call home. The museum was a true inspiration, it was a dynamic space that nurtured intellectual curiosity, emotional depth, social connection, and cultural awareness.

Thanks for everything, Rakesh

So the day that we were not looking forward to has arrived. We have said a fond farewell to our brilliant second chef, Rakesh, who has sadly left Bayleaf to move closer to his young family.

Since joining the Bayleaf team Rakesh has been a very popular member of staff who has played a big part in providing our residents with amazing meals whilst always making time in his busy day to sit and talk with the residents and their families.

The staff and residents were all keen to see Rakesh on his final day to wish him all the very best in his new adventure.

Thank you Rakesh. You have been a credit to Bayleaf and a credit to yourself.

An impromptu BBQ

We do love a bit of spontaneity here at Bayleaf so when the residents said it was BBQ weather, our brilliant Head Chef Stephane made it happen!!

Once we had arranged the outdoor tables and set them up for dinner the residents took their seats and were treated to an amazing array of meats and salad along with some refreshing cold drinks.

Tummies were soon full and that's when the stories and the laughter started. We love listening to our residents' stories and this was no different. It was the perfect way to end an impromptu lunchtime.