Activities at The Cedars Bourne Care Home

"Thank you so much for arranging for these beautiful animals to come and see us. It’s been such a special afternoon!" said Maureen, one of our very happy residents today, as one of our favourite visitors, "Michelle's Petting Party", came to visit! 

Animal Therapy brings so much joy and peace to all generations. It was wonderful to be joined today by extended family: the age range was from three to ninety-six! There was a lot of fun and laughter all around... and a little sprinkle of magical chaos!!!

Residents were given red carpet treatment when they were invited to an afternoon at ‘the Oscars’.

Staff at the care home pulled out all the stops to give the residents an afternoon to remember with a ‘Hollywood’ themed party to coincide with the Oscars.  They rolled out the red carpet, chilled the pink fizz and served delicious canapes whilst everyone watched a live performance by popular local vocalist, Alison Jay.  Alison performed a medley of iconic silver screen songs touching everyone’s hearts as she sang. The residents were joined by Vivien Leigh, Dolly Parton, Marilyn Monroe, Jane Russell, Doris Day and Johnny Depp as the staff from the Cedars all embraced the event and “Put on the Glitz”.    
 

The Cedars Senior General Manager, Rebecca Aldred was surprised this week with a party and a prestigious 15 Year Service Award in celebration of working at The Cedars for fifteen years.

Senior General Manager Becky started working at the Cedars as a nurse, working both days and nights to support the residents. She then became deputy manager, where she combined clinical shifts with managerial responsibilities. Now our manager, as well as supporting our sister homes in her senior position, she supports both the residents and staff to provide premium care in a supportive, homely and compassionate environment: although when asked she always says: “I am a manager, but I am always a nurse first”.
 

Residents and guests at The Cedars hosted their popular community coffee morning with a special guest, local historian Johnathan Smith.

Historian Johnathan Smith delivered an informative talk on British Racing Motors, “The Pride of Bourne”. Residents and guests were delighted to have Johnathan share his wealth of knowledge, memories and photographs with everyone, including a very special one of him as a little boy seated in one of the racing cars…sharing such a treasured memory.

The homes hospitality team provided a delicious selection of cakes, sweet treats and biscuits for everyone to enjoy during the presentation.
 

It’s been lovely to welcome back our team of incredible volunteers for 2025.

This month Catherine and Andrea returned to share their monthly bible stories and have a general chat with our residents. 

We also welcomed back our coffee morning team, Jo, Sandra, Christine and Nigel; who bring such a wonderful level of joy and laughter to us every week; and Damien, who visits every weekend for dominoes, reminiscence and companionship with individuals throughout the home. 

Our first minibus trip of the year took us back to Stamford Garden Centre - such an incredible, interesting and inspiring place! 

Edna, Romy and Pauline explored all the nooks and crannies that make it feel like you are in your own front room. So unique; and one friendly staff member, Jo, built up the fire especially for Edna, who had found the perfect spot to sit.