Activities at Scarborough Hall Care Home

Hi, my name is Mike, and I am the Clinical Development Nurse supporting our Yorkshire homes.  I started my career in care supporting people in the community and then attended Sheffield Hallam University where I completed my Nursing Degree.

Since qualifying, I have been a Nurse, Charge Nurse, Deputy Manager, Home Manager and then a Complex Care Nurse in the community before joining Barchester. Barchester shares my ideals of providing excellent care, and this provides the impetus to use my acquired skills and knowledge to support this.

Residents watched a special VE Day: 80th Anniversary Talk with Pippa Catterall, Professor of History and Policy at University of Westminster. The popular image of VE day is of partying in Trafalgar Square, of spontaneous street parties and bonfires and plenty of singing – and drinking! 

Yet many, no doubt, joined with the King in remembering those who would not come back from the war, as well as those still fighting in the Far East.
In the talk, Pippa Catterall highlighted both the light and dark moments of that momentous day.

Here at Scarborough Hall, the head of hospitality, Iain, was very excited to get back in his brand-new kitchen after the refurb finished last week.  In celebration of this, Iain worked alongside activity members Jess and Sarah to deliver this month’s bespoke-themed dining experience which was Greek-themed in honour of Greek Independence Day earlier in the month. 

Residents enjoyed each other’s company whilst listening to traditional Greek music and tasting the delights of Greece.  Resident Barbara, who recently moved to the home, said:  “I’m so glad the activity team invited me to this event today. It was fabulous to meet some people from the other floors and has made me feel right at home”. 

Residents at Scarborough Hall have had a fabulous time over the Easter period!  We were delighted to take part in the Living Eggs hatching programme and have loved watching the baby chicks grow. 

On Saturday the activity team hosted our annual Easter Egg Hunt in the garden for residents family, team’s and members of the communities children and on Sunday we all enjoyed eating eggs together.  We also had a wonderful time at St James for their Easter event where residents got the chance to make their own Easter crafts to bring back to the home. 

Residents joined a virtual tea tasting session to learn how to brew the perfect cup of tea and enjoy an expert-led tasting experience.

Katharine Parsons, Clipper Tea Channel Ambassador, took us on a journey of Clipper tea, from its beginnings to becoming a leader in natural, fair and delicious teas.
It was a perfect brew-tiful time! 

We have had a very busy day here at Scarborough Hall as we welcomed members of our local community into the home.  Team members and visitors enjoyed treating themselves to some perfumes provided by David and some sweet treats from Ringtons.

David brought along his lovely rescue dog and wonderful wife who was delighted to be able to buy some gifts for her friends and even signed up to be added to the ringtons rounds whilst she was with us! 

Residents were pleasantly surprised to see animals such as lambs, donkeys, chickens, ducks, and dogs on the farm which they were able to visit, as well as having the opportunity to take part in an informative talk and bottle-feeding experience. They also enjoyed having a photo opportunity with the baby lambs before relaxing and unwinding over a hot beverage in the café amidst the idyllic North Yorkshire countryside.

The dedicated and knowledgeable team at Humble Bee even came up with a fantastic idea for next year during the visit, which consists of running an inclusive Dementia-friendly session for care home residents' next lambing season.  
 

Scarborough Hall decided to mark this year’s Pancake Day by taking part in their town’s local annual ‘Skipping Day’ traditions, activity members Jess and Charlotte took part in the town centre Shrove Tuesday Pancake Race hosted by This is the Coast radio station. As per tradition, the rest of the activity team accompanied residents Suzie, Jen and Brian who all went along to show their support.  

All contestants were asked to dress up in fancy dress for the event, the Scarborough Hall girls decided to dress up as ‘Barchy Bear’ which is the mascot for their free monthly intergenerational group hosted at the care home, their next event will be held at the home this Saturday at 2.30pm. The theme for this event is ‘Wear it Purple’ in recognition of International Women’s Day, everyone is welcome to attend no booking required.