Activities at Ouse View Care Home

Residents at Barchester's Ouse View in Fulford recently enjoyed a refreshing and scenic outing, taking advantage of the unique opportunity presented by the floods at Germany Beck. The walk and stroll, organized as part of the residents' recreational activities, allowed them to explore the waterlogged surroundings and appreciate the abundance of water in their vicinity.

In a departure from routine, the residents embarked on a leisurely walk, marvelling at the floodwaters that had transformed the landscape. The outing provided a unique and engaging experience, fostering a sense of connection with nature for the residents.

Barchester’s Ouse View in Fulford welcomed a special visit from Father Christmas and his helper. The duo spread smiles and jingle bells around the home while delivering presents to our lovely residents, creating a magical atmosphere of joy and excitement. Later in the day, residents gathered to enjoy a delicious Christmas dinner, commencing the festivities with sherry and Christmas crackers. The home's chef, Lynn, prepared a feast of festive foods, adding to the merriment of the occasion.

General Manager, Rebekka Richardson, shared, "The holiday season brings an extra layer of joy to Ouse View, and our fantastic residents wholeheartedly embrace the festive spirit. The effort and enthusiasm they put into celebrating Christmas make this a truly magical time for all of us. Personally, I find the joy and camaraderie during this season incredibly heart-warming and uplifting."

Barchester's Ouse View care home in Fulford embraced the festive season with a delightful Christmas concert hosted by Nikki Humberstone. The event, attended by residents, relatives, friends, and staff, added a joyful touch to the holiday celebrations.

Ouse View's Christmas party came alive with Nikki, a talented live musician who performed a diverse selection of songs, both new and old, infused with her own jazzy flair. Residents revelled in the festive atmosphere, indulging in a delectable feast that included mince pies, cheese and biscuits, and a couple of glasses of bubbly, all expertly prepared by the home's chef.

Across our homes we got into the Christmas spirit of things by joining a festive live virtual experience, led by Des and Kelly from Performing Pets.

Our residents were thrilled to meet the charming furry friends and get up close and personal with the reindeers.  We certainly learnt some interesting facts about the animals and had a fantastic time.

Music Education Group, a student-run volunteering project from York, orchestrated a heart-warming Christmas carol concert at Barchester's Ouse View care home in Fulford. Residents were enthralled by the well-known Christmas carols sung by the talented group of young girls.

The event saw staff and residents of Ouse View join forces with the local community to embrace the Christmas spirit through a joyous carol concert. The enchanting singing was led by the Music Education Group, filling the air with festive melodies that captivated all in attendance.

The festive spirit was in full swing at Barchester's Ouse View care home as residents were treated to a special visit, not from Santa's traditional reindeers, but from an enchanting pony Wendy and two goats Mickey & Cream adorned in Christmas nativity attire.

In a heart-warming event organized by the caring team at Ouse View, residents were delighted to welcome the festive companions and learn more about their habits and preferences from the knowledgeable handler, Gina, from Well-being with Animals. The atmosphere was brimming with excitement as the residents had the opportunity to feed the friendly animals some of their favourite treats.