Activities at Strachan House Care Home

A big thank you to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary for the fantastic live virtual event today!

Residents across our services loved seeing the seals up close and learning about the incredible work the sanctuary does to protect them and other wildlife in Cornwall as well.

Everyone truly enjoyed the experience. 

We truly have some very talented people here at Strachan House! With an array of arts and crafts available, it never ceases to amaze us just how talented our residents are! Each person holds their own unique talents and there is never a one size fits all. This is why we host a variety of different classes using varying mediums, to suit each individual’s likes and abilities. From watercolour painting, to acrylics, scrapbooking to beading, weaving to knitting. We have recently been enjoying more abstract work, inspired by the likes of Picasso and Mondrian. The use of vivid colour brings forth emotions and memories, and we love to talk and discuss whilst getting creative. Residents recently tried their hand at painting their favourite animals, with beautiful results! We has some very proud artists in our midst.

Last week was the 79th anniversary of Japans surrender, marking the end of WWII. Tommy Douglas, Veteran community support manager and David Boe National Chairman of Legion Scotland kindly visited Strachan for a cream tea and discussion with the residents to mark the occasion.We are very lucky here at Strachan House to have two very proud veterans amongst us. Both gents joined the armed services at the age of 18, having rich, varied experiences. 

Our residents loved Craigie's Farm Shop and Cafe so much, we didn’t want anyone to miss out so we took some very keen ladies to enjoy yet another delicious cream tea! Some of the ladies reminisced about coming here with groups of friends and enjoying afternoons together surrounded my stunning views and good company. It was a pleasure to laugh around the table together, share stories and enjoy the lovely atmosphere. A wonderful afternoon was had by all!

Proud moment at Strachan House when Tommy Douglas a Veterans Community Support Manager was accompanied by  David Boe, National Chairman on a visit to Strachan House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare for tea and scones with residents and to present two veterans, Alexander Laird & Bernard Lennon, with commemorative coins in recognition of their service.

Residents at Strachan House have been enjoying the best of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, hosting an afternoon of entertainment, food and fun! Residents have had a fantastic time as the home was transformed into a vibrant theatre, providing an electric atmosphere for residents in their very own home.

Conceived by the Edinburgh Interfaith Association, Strachan house were honoured to be one of 7 Care homes taking part in this years Fringe cares festival, bringing delightful local and international performers to the home, championing inclusivity and promoting community connection. The event has grown, and will continue to grow as the partnership between Barchester Healthcare, The Edinburgh Interfaith Association, Scottish Care and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society strengthens.