Activities at Balclutha Court Care Home

Residents and colleagues at Balclutha Court were delighted to answer the door to accept a special delivery from their local sweet factory – Golden Casket – filled with tablet and chocolates for everyone to enjoy and in recognition of the homes hard working, dedicated team supporting Residents during this difficult period.

On behalf of Balclutha Court, Residents and colleagues would like to pass on their gratitude for being considered at this time of uncertainty and hope everyone stays safe and well.  Such a nice gesture thinking of us care homes and everyone joining forces to keep the community spirit together!

Residents of Balclutha Court enjoyed an afternoon of flower arranging to help decorate their home with summer time blooms.

Everyone enjoyed assorting the flowers to create beautiful arrangements in various vases while having a catch-up over a cup of tea.

For some residents at Balclutha, the long awaited reunion with family and friends became a reality recently, as garden visits have now been allowed to commence at the home.

There has been much careful planning and preparation for this moment behind the scenes at Barchester Healthcare, who run Balclutha care home. Social distancing was still in place, and homes that are able to take part must have a large accessible garden.

It was welcome news to so many residents, family, and friends, who were kept apart for so long following strict government guidance. Residents and their loved ones got together in the home garden and the garden was fully of joy and chatter.

Balclutha Court held a day of celebrations to thank care staff at the home, who make a real difference to the lives of those in their care.  Staff were treated to delicious chocolates and cupcakes throughout the week to enjoy during their tea breaks.

Alison Dickson General Manager said: “I am very proud of the carers at Balclutha Court in light of the current situation our carers have continued to work tirelessly to provide high quality, personalised care to the people living in our homes, and often go above and beyond the call of duty, which has a huge impact on people’s lives. They offer friendship and comfort to residents and their relatives, during what can be a very emotional time. We appreciate the work they do all year round, and especially in these unprecedented times”.

Residents from Balclutha Court took part in celebrations as they recognised a fellow Resident, Doreen’s 90th years young.   Residents and staff all enjoyed a lovely early summer day in the garden with a cup of tea and birthday cake to celebrate Resident Doreen’s birthday.

“What a lovely day to be sat outside and not watching the terrible stuff on T.V”, said one Residents as they raised a cup of tea to the birthday girl.

Residents were eager to take advantage of the great outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and to relax in the homes beautiful grounds to sit back and enjoy a delicious cooling ice-cream. A wonderful time was had by all as they chatted about their favourite memories of seaside holidays and flavours of ice-cream.