Celebrating life at Barchester

Residents of Ross Court enjoyed A wonderful morning at Pen Y Bryn Animal Sanctuary, where they got to spend time with some of the beautiful animals that are in the sanctuary's care.

They are typically not open to the public, however in their kindness we we're able to visit to learn more about what they do, and spend time with some of their animals, which is a real credit to the Ross community spirit. 

Not only did residents, get to spend a morning at the Sanctuary, they were able to take in the beautiful surrounding countryside, get in touch with nature, and go somewhere that is typically not accessible to the general public.

Our fantastic Prosecco Party here at our Care Home, Lancaster Grange

Our residents here at Lancaster Grange had a wonderful time this afternoon hosting their very own Prosecco party in recognition of today being National prosecco day. Even though we are currently having our solar panels fitted, nothing stops the fun in our home.

We made the absolute most of it by decorating with bright bunting streamers and beautiful Greek-themed backdrops, transforming our outdoor space into a sunny holiday oasis! We were absolutely thrilled to welcome so many families, friends, and colleagues who came in to support the event and raise a glass with us.

It was incredibly special to see residents from all of our communities joining in together.

It truly showcased our "one team, one approach", proving that we are at our best when we come together as one big Lancaster family!

Thank you so much to everyone who attended and helped make it such a memorable afternoon.

Our Café came alive with the sound of Motown and soul at our Care Home, Lancaster Grange!!

We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming back the incredibly talented Georgia Norton, who had our residents clapping, dancing and singing along, enabling all our residents from their communities, to enjoy the experience.

From classic hits to soulful anthems, it was impossible to sit still!   

Music and dancing bring so much joy to our home, sparking wonderful memories and filling the afternoon with laughter and moments of joy!

A huge thank you to Georgia for bringing such fantastic energy and smiles to everyone here at Lancaster Grange.  

Sunny smiles and a day out in the country!

To celebrate #SeniorCitizensDay Lancaster Grange and Edingley Lodge Care Home – Barchester Healthcare came together for a beautiful morning out, boosting our minds, bodies & souls. Our residents from Lancaster Grange, took a lovely drive and then walked into Edingley, with residents, families and friends from Edingley Lodge – stopping at a scenic spot for a picnic lunch prepared by Edingley Lodges Hospitality Team.

Everyone indulged in delicious sandwiches, sausage rolls, pork pies, and warm refreshments. This special day truly showcased our "one team, one approach."

Bringing our two sister homes together to recognise this day and to showcase how important our residents are. It is always an absolute pleasure seeing our residents and staff chat, laugh, and dine together, making it unforgettable.

Thank you to everyone who made this wonderful joint event possible!

At Waterside Court, we believe that when a home is thriving, the people within it are thriving too. As our home continues to welcome more residents and our incredible team keeps going above and beyond, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate the people who make it all possible.

So, we treated our amazing colleagues to Costa coffees — a small gesture of appreciation for the big difference they make every single day. 

Every colleague, across every department, plays a vital role in creating a home where residents feel welcomed, valued and truly happy. We know that exceptional resident experiences begin with a team that feels supported, appreciated and connected. 

By recognising each other, celebrating our successes and working together as one team, we continue to build a culture where everyone can flourish — residents and colleagues alike.

Here’s to the incredible people behind Waterside Court. You make the difference.   

The community is full of unpaid volunteers, unsung heroes, who can only be best described as priceless. These individuals often contribute to the success or well-being of others quietly, behind the scenes, and their efforts often go unnoticed. However, not today though, these wonderful heroes welcomed with open arms residents, families, friends, professional physiotherapists, and staff from Tyspane Care Home for an afternoon of fun, laughter, support and community togetherness.

The first guest speaker this afternoon was Judy Flanaghan from Live Well In Braunton. Live Well In Braunton works closely with the local GP surgery at Caen Medical centre, providing one-to-one support for individuals via their social prescriber. They also engage with voluntary and statutory organisations and groups across the area, supporting existing projects, helping identify gaps in what is available and bringing people together to fill them. Some of their projects are the development of a “Men’s Shed,” and support for Braunton and Communities, and their wellbeing walks and Community Gardens. Judy Flanagan brings with her over 35 years of experience in social care. Her extensive background includes roles as a registered manager, developing services, and delivering staff training. She has a particular passion for dementia support, working from early diagnosis through to providing ongoing support for individuals as well as their families and carers.

Following on from Judy, was the incredible Babs Spear, Head Physiotherapist, at Tyspane Care Home and her team; Rita (Care Practitioner) and George (Assistant Physiotherapist). Babs put on a show not to be missed as she demonstrated armchair exercises, deep breathing exercises and stretches, and several songs that evoked wonderful memories from everyone’s past.  Babs is a highly experienced and qualified teacher who is extremely passionate and enthusiastic about her role as a physiotherapist. She is deeply committed to her work, and demonstrates immense dedication, remarkable fervour and genuine zeal. She instantly inspires everyone in the room to join in, her passion is contagious, no one leaves without feeling invigorated and motivated.  

Sitting in the Vivian Moon Centre this afternoon, listening to these ladies, and volunteers from Braunton Caen Rotary Club, Memory Café reminded everyone why community matters. These everyday moments remind us that we’re all connected and that our actions have the power to make life better for those around us.

Thank you, Jennie Tomlinson, for inviting Tyspane Care Home to your wonderful community café. Simply amazing.