Activities at Meadow Park Care Home

Meadow Park celebrated and recognised its carers for carers week, our carers can be life savers to our residents, from personal care to general chit chat, carers are a lifeline to millions and for some all they have in the world. Our care team were treat, by a member of the local community, to a quick pamper session, whether it be a mini facial or hand massage, it was much appreciated. Staff also enjoyed a delicious Chocolate hamper, given by Barchester.

A tremendous day had by all for world ocean day on the Northumberland coastline. Resident Lillian was born and bred in the ‘friendliest port of Amble’ and has longed to go back, so off we went for a day out in Amble. We walked with Lillian and other residents along the pier, and the little shore where Lillian has fond memories from her childhood. We ventured onto nearby Warkworth to see its famous castle, then stopped off for ice cream, at Morwick Mill Ice Cream Parlour, where we came up close and personal with its calf’s who produce the milk for the dairy.

Across our services we had a lovely time joining Rhiannon Watkinson from the RAF Museum London for an interactive talk exploring the exciting and innovative aviation history of Hendon.

Our residents were able to learn about the first flights from the fields at Hendon, the creation of the London Aerodrome and Battle of Britain pilots who flew from RAF Hendon.

The talk also included photographic and film material from the Museum’s archive. Residents across our homes had a fantastic time and we truly enjoyed the virtual experience.

Residents across our services had a delightful time during a special virtual sensory storytelling event, led by Art Historian Jon Sleigh from the Historic Royal Palaces.

Jon took us on a journey to discover some of the more unusual and unexpected inhabitants of the palaces and the Tower of London, sharing fascinating stories about the pets at the palaces.

Whilst enjoying the virtual experience, our residents were treated to hot beverages, delicious biscuits, berries and cakes.  It was a truly lovely time for all.

The whole home celebrated the coronation of King Charles III on bank holiday with a good old fashioned street party, despite the gloomy weather, staff brought the battering boards inside, and the party went ahead. Local singer Mark McCann entertained everyone with songs from the decades, party food and drinks were flowing all day, residents waved their flags and danced the afternoon away.

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.