Activities at Falmouth Court Care Home

The first sunshine of the season has arrived and it truly feels like spring is on its way.

Our General Manager recently joined one of our resident's, who enjoys gardening, to the garden centre to pick up a few plants for the garden. There was a lot of discussion about what we should choose and where it should go as we get everything ready for spring. 

We recently welcomed Emily from Zoo Lab, and what am amazing experience it was! Residents had the opportunity to get up close and interactive with a variety of fascinating creatures.

Some studies show that these type of experiences can help lower blood pressure, encourage gentle movement and reduce stress levels.

We had the joy of welcoming Ruth Dymond to our home for an interactive singing session with our residents. Everyone joined in, singing along to well-known hymns, creating a heart-warming atmosphere in the lounge.

The highlight of the day was a very special surprise visit for our resident Gill, with her son visiting from Australia who joined in with the singing with his Mum.  Such a special moment to be a part of!

With the team’s hard work throughout the year in mind, the Christmas Light Switch-On was organised as a thank you from both residents and management to the dedicated staff and their families. 

Residents enjoyed watching the team member’s children excitedly receive their gifts from Santa and his special “reindeer”, a miniature pony. One resident shared, “This is so magical, I could watch this all day. There’s nothing like seeing the kids so excited to see Santa.”

The Christmas lights switch-on marks the beginning of the many festive activities and events planned in the coming weeks.

We are very proud that our Second Chef, Mikey, has been selected to join Barchester’s Chef Academy. This fantastic programme supports chefs from across the country in developing new dishes, planning menus, and adapting recipes for a variety of modified diets.

Mikey recently took part in the fourth Academy session in London, and we’re excited to see his creativity and newly gained skills reflected in our upcoming menus.

Falmouth Court celebrated its fourth birthday at the weekend with residents, families and staff coming together for a special afternoon of cake and live music.

Marking the milestone with a birthday cake, made by the very talented in-house chef team, and a special live violin performance from Rob, it created a relaxed and joyful atmosphere throughout the home.

The celebration reflects the care home's strong community spirit and its ongoing commitment to enriching the lives of residents in Falmouth. 

Residents at Falmouth Court gathered yesterday for a festive wreath making masterclass.

Choosing seasonal greenery, ribbons and decorations, whilst listening to Christmas music playing in the background, creating beautiful wreaths together.

Falmouth Court has proudly taken its place among 33 community groups showcasing a decorated Christmas tree at this year’s local Christmas Tree Festival at the Princess Pavilion. 

The community groups are invited to decorate their trees with decorations inspired by this year’s ‘Swim and Sparkles’ theme, to raise funds for a new wellbeing hub and swimming pool at Pendennis Leisure Centre. Residents at Falmouth Court decorated their tree with handmade decorations made by residents and team members.

The Christmas trees will remain on display until the 2nd of January.  
 

Residents at Falmouth Court recently enjoyed a lively Twilight Tropical Pyjama Party, an intergenerational event bringing together residents, staff, and local children for an evening of music, dancing, and laughter. Tropical-themed cocktails, delicious food, and fun activities made the night truly memorable.

Catalin Danciu, General Manager, said: “Seeing residents and children enjoying the evening together reminds us of the joy and connection intergenerational activities can bring.”

The whole Falmouth Court team worked together to create a fun and engaging experience for everyone.

We absolutely loved welcoming Duane AJ back to our care home, the joy and energy that he brings is something truly special and uplifting. Our residents adore him, even residents from Memory Lane light up when he visits. 

The singalongs, smiles and dancing say it all. We're so grateful for each visit and already look forward to the next.  Duane said "Moments like these are exactly why I love what I do. Music brings back memories, lifts spirits and gets everyone moving."

We recently had a wonderful afternoon singing with Rachel Best - Vocalist. Residents and staff were treated to many Christmas tunes, including a beautiful rendition of White Christmas from our  resident star, Pat.

"I always like to encourage people to join in with singing, handing over the mic and giving them the opportunity to shine, so great for the heart and soul." said Rachel.

Falmouth Court Care Home welcomed local veterans, residents, and families for a special Veterans’ Afternoon celebrating those who have served.

The event featured poems by resident Sylvia, a moving performance of the Last Post by Rob Brown, and uplifting flute music that encouraged guests to sing along. Veterans shared memories over afternoon tea, with wartime photographs helping spark conversation. Resident Kay, a former Wren, and fellow resident Phil also shared treasured photos.

General Manager, Catalin Danciu, said: “It was an honour to bring our veterans and community together for such a meaningful celebration.”

Falmouth Court thanks everyone who made the event so special.

We had a wonderful time welcoming visitors to our recent Open Day at Falmouth Court! Guests were able to explore our beautiful home, meet our caring and friendly team, and experience the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes life here so special.

Many took the opportunity to meet our manager, who was on hand to discuss individual care needs and answer any questions about life at Falmouth Court, ensuring everyone felt supported and informed.

If you missed the Open Day, don’t worry – you can still discover what makes Falmouth Court so special. Call us on 01326 332 420 to arrange a tour, or simply pop by our reception – we would be delighted to show you around!