Activities at Southgate Beaumont Care Community

Today we celebrated Jackie's birthday. Jackie and her loved one's gathered in our beautiful lounge with residents and team members to wish Jackie a very happy 80th birthday and toast her with a glass on fizz.

Our chef made a delicious cake and we all sang happy birthday.

Happy Birthday Jackie we hope you had a lovely day.

We are delighted to be hosting the Enfield U3A at Southgate Beaumont and have a number of groups and talks which our residents also attend. 

We had a very interesting Science talk with a guest speaker from the Natural History Museum, London
We host History talk, a science club and numerous book club meetings. 

It’s lovely to be inviting members of the community into our home, whilst giving our residents new opportunities to learn and develop new interests.

A glorious morning trip out in our mini bus to Grange Park Golf course.

Just a short journey from our home, its a perfect location to take in the stunning grounds and enjoy some delicious home made pastry’s.

All the ladies who came along used to all play golf, so it was lovely for them to reminisce and share stories in the sunshine.

The staff really looked after us and we will definitely be returning soon.

It was pliés and pas de deux all the way at Southgate Beaumont care home, in Southgate as residents and staff had the pleasure of enjoying a beautiful performance of Snow White from the London’s Children Ballet.

The history of ballet dates back to the 15th century in Italy and France, the dance was often performed by noblemen and women in the royal courts and was known as ballet de cour.  In the 19th century, ballet gradually evolved to the classical techniques we know today and it was during this period that famous ballets such as Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker were created.

The London’s children ballet offers a chance for young performers to bring their dancing into a care environment, benefiting people who might not normally get the chance to experience this type of performance. Residents experienced exquisite dancing and stunning costumes in the comfort our beautiful terrace lounge.

General Manager, Beatrice Godfrey said: “We’ve all had a brilliant day today.  Our residents loved watching the ballet with their families and making new memories.” One of our residents, Irene, was so happy and mentioned she had been transported to a different world.

Beryl, resident at the home said: “I have always loved ballet, I think it is absolutely magical and beautiful to watch. I love how timeless the famous ballets are, I never tire of them.  If I had my time over, I would love to be a ballet dancer!”

Beatrice Godfrey, General Manager and Registered Nurse, started at Barchester in September 2013 and has worked with residents and their relatives to ensure that they receive first class care and support over the years.

Did you know that Beatrice is the longest serving Care Home Manager in the whole of the London Borough of Enfield.

Residents, their loved ones and the team at Southgate Beaumont arranged a surprise party for Beatrice to celebrate this achievement and show their appreciation.

Wayne Hughes, Regional Director of The London Region at Barchester Healthcare said: “We’re delighted to be celebrating 10 years of loyal service with Beatrice Godfrey. Beatrice has demonstrated her dedication and loyalty to this home and its residents year after year. I speak for all of us here at Barchester Healthcare, when I say that we are so very proud of our colleague and Southgate Beaumont and the fantastic environment Beatrice and her team have created. I’m looking forward to many more years of working with her!”

A lovely afternoon spent together with a delicious selection of cheese, biscuits! and wine It’s certainly popular with all of our residents and their loved ones. 

Thank you to our wonderful chef Dan who always brings us tasty treats.