Celebrating life at Barchester

Jane Scanlan hosted a wonderful relaxation session for our residents today.

We love seeing how these meaningful experiences brighten their day and support their health, happiness and enriches our residents' lives.

Thank you once again for your precious time. 

Residents at Werrington Lodge Care Home had a lovely time decorating Easter Bonnets. We had all sorts of decoration and props, from flowers to lovely chicks. 

The air was filled with joy and music, including “Somewhere over the rainbow” by Doris Day, “Easter parade” by Fred Astaire and Judy Garland, which was perfect for the occasion, and Perry Como. We all shared a laugh and helped each other make the most colourful and unique Easter hats.     

Our residents have been getting creative this Easter with a lovely card-making session, and the results have been absolutely fantastic. With colourful designs, springtime themes, and plenty of imagination, everyone enjoyed creating their own special Easter cards. From bunnies and chicks to bright flowers, each card was unique and made with care.

Activities like this are a wonderful way to encourage creativity, spark conversation, and bring everyone together — and there were lots of smiles and laughter along the way.

We’re sure these handmade cards will bring just as much joy to those who receive them as they did to those who made them.       

Residents, families and staff at Windmill Manor Barchester Care Home in Hurst Green, Oxted put the ‘fun’ into ‘fundraising’ with a Family Charity Quiz Night to raise money for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation. 
Windmill Manor will continue to fundraise on Saturday 4th April by holding a Family Fun Day. 

Lots of fun activities have been planned for everyone of all ages, and not forgetting our yearly Children’s Bunny Hunt, allowing the children from our local community to come and enjoy it. This year we are hatching ducklings which we are sure you would love to see. This event is complimentary, but all donations are very welcome.

Maria Wedd, General Manager at Windmill Manor, said: “We love to fundraise for charities throughout the year. We pick different causes to support that have been selected by staff, residents and friends of the home. Barchester’s Charitable Foundation is a great cause that helps many people in need, so we feel really proud to be able to raise this money. Thank you to everyone who donated!”    

Enjoying Easter at Field House, sharing memories of past Easter’s and family times, remembering why we put 11 balls on our Easter Cake and what Easter means to us.     

Everyone had a fabulous time! 

Field house is holding our community prize bingo night. Our residents love their weekly bingo and are very disappointed if it’s not on the planner, so getting to invite friends into the home is something that they really enjoy. 

Brenda, our resident ambassador, won the star prize and said she couldn’t wait to give it to her grandchild.  

What a wonderful Wednesday we have had here at Mulberry Court Care Home – Barchester Healthcare.
Firstly, at our monthly veterans' coffee morning, we had a VIP guest friend at our home, WW2 veteran Ken Cooke, who happily chatted to a group of residents before staying on to enjoy lunch with us.

Then, this afternoon, our residents did Easter arts and crafts, with regular volunteers Joan and Lyn, who helped along with Jean and her daughter. With their guidance. Our group produced a wide range of crafts, from Easter wreaths, cards, and baskets to pom bunnies. Thank you ladies for your continued support. 
Pictured is Ken enjoying his lunch and just a few of our residents who took part this afternoon, enjoying a well-deserved cup of tea afterwards.

Today at Waterside Court, we were delighted to host a truly enchanting Easter celebration. With the weather very much in our favour, we were able to enjoy our much-anticipated Easter egg hunt in the garden, making the occasion all the more special.

Our residents took part with great enthusiasm, showcasing impressive determination as they searched for and discovered the cleverly hidden treats.

The celebration was made even more magical by the appearance of two delightful Easter Bunnies, who brought smiles and a wonderful sense of occasion to residents, staff, and visitors alike. As a well-deserved reward, residents were presented with beautifully wrapped Easter eggs, adding an extra touch of indulgence to an already joyous day.

A thoroughly uplifting and memorable celebration enjoyed by all.      

Over the past week, Waterside Court has been buzzing with excitement as we welcomed nine fluffy chicks as part of our Living Eggs experience. Residents, visitors, and staff had the chance to witness the miracle of hatching first hand, sharing moments of anticipation and delight that perfectly capture the spirit of Easter—renewal, growth, and new beginnings.

Our creative residents also embraced the season through arts and crafts, decorating charming birdhouses now proudly displayed in the gardens, while Good Friday provided a peaceful moment for reflection.

Together, these experiences created a truly meaningful and uplifting Easter celebration, combining fun, connection, and the true essence of the season.