Activities at Strachan House Care Home

We continue to celebrate a varied life enrichment programme and across our services we linked up with other Barchester care homes and hospitals up and down the country for some interactive Beat the Clock games. 

Our residents truly enjoyed solving word puzzles, conundrums and mathematical problems as part of Barchester’s very own game show series.

Everyone who joined had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.

We had a brilliant time across our services with Harrogate Skills 4 Living as they took us on a wonderful virtual visit to their Harrogate Chocolate Factory.

Residents were thrilled to discover details about the chocolate-making process and the fascinating journey from bean to bar, all while enjoying some delicious sweet treats.

The Factory aims to employ people with learning disabilities and autism, involving them in all parts of the process, from sorting and roasting the beans to packaging and sales. The experience was truly enjoyed by all who joined this event.

Colleagues and residents at the Strachan House Care Home in Edinburgh, warmly welcomed PC Colin Cursiter and PC Holly Matheson to speak to our residents and guests.

PC Colin Cursiter and PC Holly Matheson spoke to the audience about their time on the force, the challenges they face and the rewards from helping the local community, before taking questions from the residents, relatives and guests.

It was time for 'Pimm's O Clock' at Strachan House as we welcomed our residents, families and guests for an afternoon of refreshing Pimm's cocktails and live music.

Residents from around the home came together in our lounge area as we welcomed Kirsty Duncan who performed a brilliant and energetic music performance. Featuring a variety of hit favourites from yesteryear.

Residents sipped on classic Pimm's cups, enjoying this traditional favourite beverage against a musical backdrop.

This Mother's Day was all about celebrating the wonderful and incredible women in our lives!

Against the live backdrop of the relaxing melodies of jazz music by the one and only Corinne. We enjoyed a social afternoon filled with a lovely afternoon tea and a selection of tasty sweet treats laid out by our amazing team in the kitchen.

It was so lovely to see everyone smiling and enjoying themselves!

A much cherished Nurse at the Strachan House Care Home in Edinburgh has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 20 years.

Omega, a much valued Nurse and Nights Unit Manager, started at Barchester in 2004 and has worked in dedication with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years.

She was presented with a £250 shopping voucher by Home General Manager, Fran Fisher and a Barchester golden leaf as well as gifts from her colleagues.