Activities at Hyacinth House Care Home

What a wonderful turnout for our Macmillan Coffee Morning. Huge thanks to all our residents and visitors who came along, shared a slice of cake, and supported such an incredible cause. If you or someone you love is currently affected by cancer, please consider supporting Macmillan Cancer Support. Together, we can make sure no one has to face it alone. We were also honoured to donate a hamper to The Isabel Baker Foundation.       

This wonderful charity supports brave children undergoing cancer treatment and their families. 

Our residents and staff had an absolute blast celebrating Mexican Independence Day. We brought the heat with a vibrant, Mexican-inspired fiesta featuring delicious themed food and an incredible salsa dancing performance from our amazing team.   

Another wonderful day on the water with the Friends of Dolphin crew. This time one of our residents took the helm and showed us all how it’s done - steering the boat like a total pro. Big thanks to everyone who made the trip so special.   

What a wonderful afternoon we had celebrating this major milestone with our amazing residents, their friends and families, and our fantastic local community. We were also treated to an incredible performance by the legendary Scotty, whose singing had everyone smiling and singing along. 

A very special thank you goes out to our incredible staff members who worked so hard to put this event together, and to our catering team for providing food that was absolutely top-notch. We are so grateful for the warmth, laughter, and support that make Hyacinth House such a special place to call home. Here’s to many more years of wonderful memories together.

Today, our wonderful hostess Karen took our residents on a virtual trip to New York City. Karen shared all about her recent holiday adventures, from enjoying a luxurious "Breakfast at Tiffany's" experience to exploring world-class museums and art galleries. Her travel tales sparked wonderful conversations, as residents chimed in with their own fond memories of exploring the Big Apple over the years. 

Thank you, Karen, for bringing a piece of NYC back to our community.          

Our residents absolutely adore when pet visitors come to see us, but we decided to mix things up with a unique twist. 
We were thrilled to host Sarah Tarrant Glenn Miller at Snake Shack for an incredible, hands-on learning experience. Not only did they educate us on these fascinating reptiles, but they also advocated for their care and protection.     

Our residents had a wonderful time touching, exploring, and discovering just how amazing these gentle creatures really are.

Our residents loved their recent trishaw ride around Hengistbury Head with the wonderful team Cycling Without Age England, Wimborne. This incredible local project helps older adults experience the freedom of the outdoors again, and we are so grateful for their volunteers. Thank you, CWA Wimborne, for making our day.    

With London fashion week around the corner, we invited Sandra from Charmworth Miniatures, to share another of her amazing collections with us. She brought the 1950s alive, so many memories were shared about poodle skirts, first evening gowns, dances with friends and full petticoats.  

Today, we had a wonderful afternoon at the Old Thatch pub with some truly lovely ladies. The conversation flowed so easily, and it was fascinating to learn all about everyone’s past careers and life experiences. Grateful for great company and wonderful stories.   

What an incredible afternoon with former RAF pilot Terry Adcock. Our residents were hanging on his every word as he shared gripping stories from his book, Journey to Be a Fighter Pilot. At the peak of his career, Terry flew nuclear, instructor, and air display missions, and even sailed the high seas as an Intelligence Officer on an Admiral’s Staff. It was an honour to hear first-hand tales from such an accomplished pilot and author.

We had a fabulous time at the RNLI headquarters in Poole today celebrating World Maritime Day. We kicked off our visit at the café with a cup of tea and some incredible panoramic views. After a great chat with an old mariner, we headed outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air while volunteer Steve, who gave us a fascinating talk of the site facilities.  

Not everyone feels comfortable changing or shopping in busy high-street stores, so Linnies Fashions brought the boutique experience straight to our home. Residents and staff loved enjoying a relaxed, peaceful afternoon of shopping together.   

Our talented chef, Boris, swapped his chef’s whites for a suit of a different kind to deliver an amazing, hands-on session on beekeeping. As a professional beekeeper, and his young son in training, he shared his fascinating insights, personal experiences, and unique skills with our residents and team. 

From learning about the inner workings of a hive to hearing first-hand stories about honeybees, everyone was completely captivated. Thank you, Boris, for sharing your passion and making the afternoon so special! 

Our residents had a wonderful time taking simple plain coastal shells and transforming them into stunning, elegant home accents and trinket dishes.        

A huge thank you to our incredible local healthcare teams. Today we dropped off boxes of homemade cakes to the teams at The Quarter Jack Surgery, Walford Mill Medical Centre, Orchid House Surgery and our dedicated Wimborne District Nurse team. 

We are so grateful for your unwavering support over the past three years – thank you for everything you do for our community.