Activities at Canmore Lodge Care Home

Residents have enjoyed spending time in the garden throughout the summer months, taking inspiration from all the beautiful flowers around them. 

Residents had the opportunity to get creative and make their own paper collage bouquets using a variety of colours and designs. 
Residents enjoyed being creative, sharing their ideas and seeing their finished bouquets come together.         

Resident Ann, had a lovely morning celebrating a special birthday with residents, loved ones and staff. 

We were joined by Misha Sutherland for some live music which included classic 60s hits and traditional Scottish music. There was plenty of fun, dancing and laughs.  

A lovely celebration for a very special lady, creating memories to treasure. Happy Birthday, Ann!   

Oh yes they did! Our residents had an absolutely fantastic time watching the brilliant Panto Nessie.

It was wonderful to see everyone singing along, laughing, and fully enjoying the performance from start to finish.

The pantomime brought so much joy and excitement to the home, creating a lovely atmosphere filled with smiles and happy memories.    

We had a lovely morning at Dunfermline Abbey Flower Festival. Residents looked round all the beautiful flower displays within the Abbey and even had the opportunity to create their own flower arrangements.

It was great to be out and about in the beautiful weather, enjoying the colourful displays and linking up with the local community. 
Everyone had a wonderful time – sharing stories, creativity, and plenty of ideas throughout the day!        

For the fifth year running, staff from Barchester Healthcare’s care homes and hospitals took on a gruelling cycling challenge, this time from Thurso to Edinburgh.  Their aim was to raise money for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation which supports older people and other adults living with a disability or mental health conditions by helping them to connect or re-connect with others in their local communities. Set up in 2000, this year marks the Foundation’s 26^th year supporting individuals, community groups and small charities all across the country.

Over four days, from May 19^th to 22^nd, a team of Barchester staff cycled over 200 miles from Thurso, through Inverness, Aberdeen, Dundee to Edinburgh and finally Glasgow, stopping at 16 care homes across Barchester’s Scotland & North East division to meet well-wishers, have a well-earned break and refuel before continuing on their way. 

Residents enjoyed a brilliant trip along the coast to Café Verde in Burntisland. Everyone had a great time enjoying a coffee and taking in the beautiful coastal views. 

It was a lovely outing and a great opportunity for residents to get out and about and enjoy the fresh air and scenery.      

Residents enjoyed a lovely trip to the picturesque village of Limekilns, where they stopped at The Coorie Café for coffee, cake, and plenty of conversation. 

The visit was made even more special for one resident, who grew up in Limekilns and enjoyed reminiscing about familiar places while sharing fond memories of the village. 

It was a wonderful afternoon filled with laughter, nostalgia, delicious treats, and the chance to revisit a place that holds many happy memories for many of our residents.   

Residents and their families enjoyed a wonderful afternoon celebrating Father’s Day together. Residents were served a selection of refreshments including beer, pork pies, sandwiches, and crisps, and each resident received a special gift bag to mark the occasion.

Many residents chose to spend time outdoors in the garden, making the most of the lovely weather while enjoying the company of their loved ones. The afternoon provided a fantastic opportunity for families to come together, share stories, and create special memories.       

To celebrate International Nurses Day, our residents spent time creating thoughtful handmade cards for all the brilliant nurses here at Canmore Lodge. 

It was a lovely afternoon filled with creativity, laughter, and appreciation as residents shared kind messages and their thanks and appreciation for the care, compassion, and support our nurses provide every single day.        

Residents and staff at Canmore Lodge Care Home enjoyed a unique and uplifting experience as they took part in a special movement workshop led by Scottish Ballet.

Inspired by International Dance Day—celebrated each year on April 29th to mark the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre—the workshop brought the joy of dance directly into the home.

The session focused on gentle movement and creative expression, giving residents the opportunity to engage with ballet-inspired techniques in a fun and accessible way. Led by experienced dancers and musicians from the Scottish Ballet, the workshop encouraged participants to explore rhythm, coordination and storytelling through movement, all set to beautiful music.

Residents embraced the chance to try something new, with many enjoying the opportunity to connect with dance in a relaxed and supportive environment. The workshop also sparked fond memories, as music and movement transported residents back to earlier years.

Canmore Lodge Care Home is part of Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, committed to delivering high-quality care across its homes and hospitals. The home provides nursing care, residential care and respite care in Dunfermline.

Residents enjoyed a lovely trip to Shiresmill Therapy Riding Centre, where they spent a relaxed morning caring for and meeting the horses.

During the visit, residents had the opportunity to interact with the horses and learn more about the valuable work carried out by Riding for the Disabled. Everyone enjoyed being outdoors, spending time together and sharing conversations and experiences, making it a lovely and memorable morning for all.

Canmore Lodge celebrated their annual Summer Fête, with a fabulous afternoon enjoyed by residents, family, friends and staff. This year’s theme was a tropical Hawaiian celebration, bringing plenty of fun and laughter.

Residents and guests enjoyed a delicious BBQ, refreshing drinks, live music from Misha Sutherland, a tombola, raffle and traditional fête games, with plenty of laughter throughout the afternoon. 

Everyone embraced the Hawaiian theme, wearing colourful leis and props while spending time together in the garden.

It was a wonderful celebration that brought residents, loved ones and staff together to enjoy the spirit of summer.        

Residents enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon of arts and crafts, creating their own crowns in preparation for the Trooping the Colour.      

Residents enjoyed wearing their creations as they watched parade footage and a documentary about the life of the King. The activity sparked creativity and excitement as everyone got ready to celebrate this special occasion in style!

We celebrated World Cocktail Day on Wednesday by creating our own vibrant selection of mocktails.

Residents followed along with a special menu of different alcohol-free recipes, mixing, shaking, and tasting everything from mojitos to piña coladas. The afternoon was filled with laughter, chatter, and the joy of trying something new together. It was a wonderful way to connect, get creative, and toast to friendship — a truly lovely afternoon enjoyed by all!     

Residents at Canmore Lodge Care Home were treated to a heart-warming and memorable surprise this week, as the much-loved Happy Hoofbeats miniature therapy ponies paid a special visit to the home.

The unexpected guests quickly became the centre of attention, strolling through the home and bringing smiles to faces wherever they went. Their calm, gentle temperament allowed residents to interact with them up close—stroking their soft coats, sharing quiet moments of connection, and reminiscing about experiences with animals. For many, the visit sparked fond memories and meaningful conversations, creating a truly uplifting atmosphere throughout the day.

Residents and their families were full of praise for the experience. One resident, alongside their daughter, described the visit as a standout moment:
“It’s been such a brilliant day. The ponies were absolutely lovely—so gentle and affectionate. It really lifted everyone’s spirits and gave us something special to share together.”

Experiences like this form an important part of life at Canmore Lodge, which is operated by Barchester Healthcare. The home provides tailored nursing care for up to 68 residents, offering both short-term respite and long-term support in a welcoming and supportive environment.

The team at Canmore Lodge remains dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through person centred and meaningful experiences.

This special visit will no doubt be remembered fondly by all who took part, leaving a lasting impression and plenty of smiles in its wake.