Activities at Drummond Grange Care Home

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.

With Family, Friends Staff and residents all coming together to celebrate food from around the world our International Food Festival was one to remember. Staff and residents were treated to a taste from around the world and also enjoy a well-deserved treat for all the hard work they do! 

Zoo Labs paid us a visit this month. Residents were very excited to get a hands on experience with some unusual creatures and learn all about them. Some residents were defiantly more up for handling the animals than other residents but everyone enjoyed getting to see the animals.

Staff and residents at Barchester’s Drummond Grange care home, in Lasswade, celebrated Easter with a whole host of different activities including Easter arts and crafts, baking, making bonnets with their friends from Hopefield Nursery as well as a community Easter egg hunt and fun day .

In honour of the patron saint of Ireland, staff, residents and guests at the home marked the day by getting dressed up in Green clothing and holding a St Paddy’s Day Party, including a St Patricks Day game of bingo, roll a rainbow game and cocktails then ending the party with a good Old Irish singalong. Residents also filled the home with their lucky wishes of what they would do if they found a pot of gold. Giving the celebrations a gourmet twist, the chef at the home prepared a themed menu of Irish treats.

Starting on the Monday the residents were treated to some brilliant breakfasts of a choice of Eggs Benedict or  Eggs Royal to start their day right full of high protein and healthy fats. Next on the Tuesday residents discovered the importance of healthy suppers with High protein supper suppers. The Wednesday brought a taste of Europe with their Global tea party where residents enjoyed backed goods from across Europe. On Thursdays the residents learned all about the importance of staying hydrated with the help of the homes new hydration station. Friday residents discovered fabulous fruity Fridays with a fruit tasting. The left over fruit was them put to good use with Simple smoothies Saturdays where residents were able to make their own smoothies. And the week ended on a treat on Sunday with a make your own Sundae bar, residents were able to pick from a whole range of toppings and sauces, a perfect way to end the week.