Activities at Station Court Care Home

Staff, residents and family members at Station Court have hosted events throughout June to raise money for SSAFA Northumberland – Armed forces charity.

Residents, family members and visitors came together for a picnic party event enjoying live entertainment from the brilliant Mark McCann, sweet and savoury picnic delights and sunshine in the home’s gardens linking with D-Day 80.

Residents across our homes had a fantastic time exploring the Eden Project virtually - an educational charity and visitor attraction based in Cornwall, featuring sprawling outdoor gardens and breathtaking biomes that house the largest indoor rainforest in the world.

During the session, residents who joined were reconnected with nature through their senses, memories and stories.  A big thank you to the community team at the Eden Project for the wonderful event.

A spectacular day was had by all at Station Court as residents, staff, family and friends came together to mark the official start of summer at the homes garden party event.

With the Great British weather on their side and summer refreshments of ice creams and cool drinks guests were entertained by the brilliant Michaela from Musical Memories performing songs through the years to have everyone singing along, jiving and doing the twist … the best way to spend the longest day of the year!

Gentlemen at Station Court were joined by family members to celebrate father’s day together. They were treated to a live entertainment swinging 60s and 70s show by local young vocalist and guitarist, having everyone singing along and dancing to their favourite hits. Before tucking into a delicious 3 course Sunday roast, prepared by the homes head chef, Washed down with beers, ales and their favourite tipple and chocolate gifts all fathers and grandfathers in the home.

Station Court’s garden was full of fun, laughter and music as residents, staff members, family and friends came together to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day at the homes picnic party event.

A brilliant day was had by all with live entertainment from amazing local artist, Mark McCaan performing rock N roll hits and wartime classics having everyone singing along and dancing before everyone tucked into picnic baskets filled with sweet and savoury treats.

The event raised funds for Station Court care home charity of the month: SSAFA Northumberland – Armed Forces Charity.

Residents, staff and family members have taken part in a sponsored walk and wheel throughout the town to raise money for local charity Mind Active. 

Staff and residents at the home dressed a little silly and embarked on a memory walk and wheel through Ashington town. Reminiscing along the way bringing back many fond memories of times spent at the likes of the Arcade, The Grand Hotel and the bowling greens. The home also held a bake sale and community coffee morning to help raise more funds for this very important cause.