Activities at Glenroyd Care Home

This month, we celebrated National Activities Professional Providers Week with a heartfelt surprise for our incredible stars, Karen and Aga. These amazing ‘pink ladies’ received certificates and flowers to honour their outstanding contributions to our life enrichment program. They consistently go above and beyond to deliver person centred care, engaging not just our residents but also their families in the fun.

Our Senior Regional Director Lorraine presented them with a list of compliments, and General Manager Yvonne expressed her gratitude, saying: ‘You are such a wonderful team, bringing joy every day with your person- centred care for our residents. Thank you for everything you do.’

Residents joined the celebration, expressing their appreciation for having such remarkable individuals in their lives.

Aga, our Activities Coordinator, marked her 10-year service milestone during Activities Providers Week. She received a Costa Coffee voucher - perfect for her love of coffee - as well as flowers from General Manager Yvonne and the Senior Regional Director Lorraine, recognising her dedication to the Glenroyd family. Aga’s heart-warming support for residents, families, and colleagues makes her a cherished team member and an inspiration to us all. As Senior Regional Director Lorraine stated, ‘Aga is a true star, and we are so lucky to have her in our lives. She’s the heart of Glenroyd.’

Aga was also nominated for December Employee of the Month for her efforts in creating a magical Christmas atmosphere. Her thoughtful, person- centred activities and carefully chosen gifts created unforgettable memories for everyone.

What a delightful day we've had! Our residents started off the day with a fun and educational flower-themed quiz, where we all learned new and interesting facts about flowers. Sharing stories about our favourite blooms brought back cherished memories and sparked lively conversations.

Later, we dived into a relaxing flower arranging session. Surrounded by a variety of fresh flowers and with calming music in the background, our residents were transported to the gardens of their past. Flower arranging and sensory therapy offer numerous benefits, such as reducing stress, enhancing mood, and stimulating the senses. It was a beautiful way to connect with nature and each other.

We wrapped up this floral extravaganza by gathering in the lounge to watch a documentary on the world's most beautiful gardens. The breath taking landscapes and vibrant colours left us all inspired.

It was a wonderful day filled with the enchanting scents of flowers, delightful company, and heartfelt reminiscing. Here's to more days like this, where we celebrate the simple joys and beauty of life together!

We had the absolute pleasure of granting a very special wish for our beloved Kath, the biggest Elvis fan we know! Her room is a shrine to the King of Rock 'n' Roll, decorated with Elvis’s vinyl records, and she’s spent decades dancing to his iconic tunes.

During one of our chats, Kath mentioned her dream of seeing Elvis live. So, we decided to make it happen on her birthday! 

In a delightful twist of fate, the King himself was born on January 8th, and we celebrated Kath’s birthday with Elvis right here at Glenroyd! We threw a fabulous 50s-themed party filled with laughter, rock 'n' roll, and unforgettable dance moves.

In response to this wonderful surprise, Kath, said: “It was absolutely brilliant. Thank you for giving me the best birthday gift ever and making my wish come true! I did not expect that.”

Happy Birthday, Kath, from everyone at Glenroyd! Here's to making more dreams come true this year!

The residents dazzled in elegant black and white outfits, setting the perfect stage for our New Year's Eve celebration. 

With the talented Marianne serenading us, we sang and danced the afternoon away, filling the room with joy and laughter. A delightful buffet paired with wine and Prosecco helped us toast to a year full of beautiful memories, new friendships, and acts of kindness.

We extend heartfelt thanks to our incredible staff, who work tirelessly to ensure our residents live life to the fullest. Special thanks to our general manager, Yvonne, for her passionate leadership and dedication throughout the year. 

To our families, friends, and all the professionals who support us, we couldn't have created this warm, family-like atmosphere without you. Your support, kind words, and motivation mean the world to us.

Here’s to a new year filled with love, happiness, and cherished moments with those you hold dear.

Happy New Year from all of us at Glenroyd Care Home! 

We had a special visit from Santa and his cheerful elf, who brought joy and laughter as they delivered personalised presents to our residents. The smiles were contagious, and singing "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" added even more festive cheer to every visit. Our residents loved posing for photos, creating beautiful memories with Santa’s delightful repertoire.

Lunchtime was a feast to remember! Our talented catering team prepared a delicious Christmas lunch, with turkey as the star of the show. Residents enjoyed pulling crackers, sharing laughs, and sipping on a glass of wine, or two! We also made sure everyone could join their family celebrations by providing transport for the day. 

The afternoon was filled with music and merriment at our Christmas party. Thanks to the incredible Wes, whose live music got everyone dancing and singing along, we cherished every moment of this special day.

Thank you to everyone who made this day unforgettable with your personal Christmas wishes and festive spirit. Here's to making precious memories together!

Merry Christmas from the Glenroyd family to yours!

We had an unforgettable visit from Delilah, our beautiful therapy pony, and the residents couldn't have been happier!

Delilah gracefully strolled through the corridors, capturing the attention and hearts of everyone, including visitors. She even brought festive cheer right into residents' bedrooms!

For many, it was their first experience meeting a pony up close. Olga joyfully shared: "I’ve never been so close to a pony in my entire life." 

The benefits of animal therapy are incredible, from lifting spirits to easing stress, and the smiles on everyone's faces truly said it all. 

Thank you, Delilah Wellness therapy pony, for spreading so much joy and warmth!