Activities at Canmore Lodge Care Home

For National museum day we spent the afternoon with some of our residents at Carneige Library and Gallery. Lots to reminisce over, and for our residents to be back in a place they loved to visit with family or friends! Of course a wee cup of tea afterwards.

Canmore Lodge care home in Dunfermline have made it through to the finals of the Stars of Social Care Awards 2023. The hopeful finalists are Jane Aitken, Senior General Manager who is up for the Inspirational Care Home Manager Award and the staff team at Canmore Lodge who are up for the Above & Beyond Team Award. 

The prestigious awards aim to shine a light on the stars of social care, paying tribute to the workforce, who through dedication and a commitment to care, go above and beyond to support those who are most vulnerable. Jane Aitken, Senior General Manager, for Canmore Lodge said: “I know how I feel about my team however it is great for them to receive recognition for all they do for our residents and me. I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with an excellent team who allow me to be inspired daily. I am so proud of them to make it to the finals and delighted to be a finalist with them.”  

The Stars of Social Care Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday the 17th June 2023 at the London Marriott Hotel and will be hosted by ITV’s This Morning presenter Josie Gibson.

Across our services Residents had a wonderful time participating in an interactive virtual talk with Pippa Catterall, Professor of History and Policy at the University of Westminster, where we delved into the rich history of coronations.

During the talk, we explored fascinating topics such as the coronation chair, the crown, and other significant aspects related to King Charles' upcoming coronation. Our residents were thrilled to have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the memoirs of past coronations from 1937 and 1953, as well as learning about the coronation oath and what to expect from the ceremony, including the music, guests, and pageantry.

We celebrated Easter in style with a whole host of themed activities and egg-cellent entertainment. Our residents enjoyed making Easter chicks, attending a church service, hot cross buns; a special visit from the Nursery where Residents judged the Easter bonnet competition. As always, we’ve had an amazing time.

At Canmore Lodge we have unisex hair salon where our residents can indulge in some pampering and real relaxation. Our residents truly enjoy our regular pamper sessions and their new hair styles are always amazing. Here is Fiona looking fabulous after a visit to the salon with Aston.

Last week we hosted a lovely art session celebrating Vincent Van Gogh birthday on the 30th March. Residents were inspired to create their own sunflower masterpieces which was truly enjoyed by all and put a smile on everyone’s face.