Celebrating life at Barchester

This month, through our Post a Wish initiative, we were thrilled to make Marjorie’s special wish come true! Marjorie has always cherished her memories of Wisbech St Mary Church, where she celebrated significant moments like her wedding day and her son’s christening. 

To honor these memories, we arranged a lovely trip back to the church, where we also enjoyed some tasty refreshments during their Harvest event. The visit was filled with laughter, nostalgia, and storytelling as Marjorie showed us the very spot where she once said “I do.” Seeing her joy and hearing everyone share their own memories of this special place was truly heartwarming. Marjorie said, “It’s been wonderful! So many fond memories in this church. Thank you.” 

At Mulberry Court, we truly enjoy witnessing the bond between younger and older generations as friendships blossom over time.

Our residents take great joy in the fortnightly “Mini Munchkins” playgroup sessions, where everyone joins in for play, arts and crafts, and singing traditional nursery rhymes together.

Archview Lodge care home, in Dalkieth, was full of excitement on Monday when they went on a Ratho Barge trip.  Archview Lodge Care Home residents enjoyed a relaxing and calming few hours on a barge on The Union Canal. Surrounded by beautiful views and even better company. 

It was great to re-introduce the Friday night Gentleman's Club. With a few more Men in the home it was great to have a beer and catch up about old times and while away a few hours. 

The staff and residents are getting ready for the Diwali celebrations by having an Arts and Crafts session.  

At Paternoster House Care home we support and encourage our residents to continue doing the things they love whilst also developing new friendships and learning new skills.

The residents recently enjoyed a wonderful and beneficial shopping excursion to their local Morrison’s store, proving that age is no barrier to independence and the simple joys of a familiar routine.

The trip was a resounding success, offering residents the chance to personally select items, manage their own small purchases, and engage with the wider community. Laughter echoed through the aisles as they navigated the store, revisiting favourite treats and sharing memories sparked by products on the shelves. One resident was over the moon when she came across a store colleague who she used to see every time she went shopping prior to moving in to the home. The reunion was an emotional one for both as it had been a while since the resident had been shopping.

Tina, Activities Co-ordinator said, “It is not just about buying a certain item, it is more than that, it is about having the choice, the independence, and the feeling of a normal day out. These experiences are vital for our resident’s well-being and it gives them a real sense of self-worth. It was lovely that our resident was able to bump in to a store colleague that she had not seen for a while, it certainly makes trips like this really important for our residents as they remain connected to the community.”

General Manager Larisa Bledea said: “The residents are already looking forward to their next adventure, proving that with a little support and a lot of heart, independence and joy can be found on any road, especially the one leading to the local supermarket.”