Activities at Fountains Care Home

What a incredible Open day we had at fountains, Our visitors and residents indulged in delectable canapes and fine wine, creating a lovely atmosphere. 

The highlight was the beautiful music from our talented violinist Gail, who serenaded everyone and enhanced the joyful ambiance.

Thank you to all who joined us for this memorable day filled with laughter, good food and great company!

This was an amazing experience for everyone who came along. With Prancer the Poser (Alpaca) there was so many different emotions on the faces our residents, staff, family, & friends. Everyone could not wait to be close and have an opportunity to greet him. This was also a great chance for those who wished to ask Angela the farmer questions about where and how they lived. It’s never too late to learn more, gaining knowledge is a good for the mind.

Our adorable guest bought a sense of tranquillity, many enjoyed petting Prancer, feeling his fluffy fur coat, whilst others enjoyed having a photo opportunity.

The alpaca's visit was a fabulous example and reminder of how simple yet what a powerful connection between humans and animals, leaving all with cherished memories and a renewed sense of happiness.

A beautiful midweek surprise for us all as we had some of the children from Tiny Toes childminders come along and visit us.

Whilst the children were here, they were straight off exploring the activities which were available to them.  Our residents faces light up, full of smiles as they watched them explore. Some of our residents interacted and engaged well with the children, laughing one said “I’ll need a sleep once they go”.

There were plenty of festive activities taking place such as arts & crafts, Mix and match, Christmas music for those who enjoy wiggling and tapping their feet. Before heading home, we couldn’t let them go empty handed. Hilda volunteered to be the happy helper giving each child a chocolate selection gift as they were leaving

The Solihull Methodist Christmas Carol service at our residents home was as successful event. The service included traditional Christmas Carols, reading from the bible, prayers and a chance for reflections on the Christmas story. Our residents, family, and friends were pleased with the service, there was lots of positive interactions with the volunteers from the choir who came along to bring  festive  joy to our home.  Afterwards everyone went up to our bistro area to continue with the festive celebrations with hot refreshments and homemade treats

At Fountains care home, our residents, family members, staff, and guests  have come together to help create a cracking festive atmosphere within the home. Everyone has had the opportunity to contribute in their own way creating a unique Christmassy vibe to their home. Each part of the home has had a revamp increasing its festive look, the comments from our residents and visitors has been very positive.

Susan, a residents daughter, shared her thoughts on how the home was looking “Wow, you have all done it again! This place looks amazing and really has created that Christmas at home feeling.”

Fergus a resident at fountains commented “This is lovely, I do like to see traditional colours upon the tree.”

Fountains isn’t just a care home, it is a place where we celebrate memories, encourage creativity and support our residents to have a personal cherished place to live.

We had the perfect opportunity to visit our local armed forces gardens, and it truly was a rewarding experience for our residents.

Our residents, took in the beautiful gardens which are nestled in a quiet area within our local park. This is an area which is open to everyone, and is a living tribute to service members, offering a peaceful escape and a chance for reflection. This did open up into our residents being able to share their own personal stories of the times they can remember. 

“I’m so glad we had this chance. I always want to remember those who served especially my brother” expressed one of our female residents.