Activities at Tyspane Care Home

Great Britain is influenced by many different religions, cultures and backgrounds. This means that we live in a multi-faith and multicultural society. At Tyspane Care Home, we understand what acceptance means and how it can forge strong bonds of friendship between people of different faiths.

This was particularly true today, at Tyspane Care Home, as Reverend David Baker from St Brannocks Church in Braunton delivered Holy Communion and Blessings to a group of multi-faith residents and individuals. 
Lorna (Resident) stated, “I am so pleased I made it to Holy Communion, Thank You.”

Anita (Resident) stated, “I am more of a free spirit, more akin to Buddhism; however, I would love to talk to the Reverend David Baker.”

Reverend David Baker replied, “It is always a pleasure to visit Tyspane Care Home. I could have spent hours conversing with residents. It is amazing how much we all have in common. It was wonderful to talk to Anita about the Middle East and Art.”

At Tyspane Care Home, we understand the importance of friendships and that friendships can be made and maintained at any age. Relationships with friends can strengthen one’s self-esteem and confidence.  It could be argued that friendships, especially high-quality ones that provide social support and companionship, significantly support mental health.

So, today it was lovely to see two of our newest residents talking about their love of music, especially piano music. They talked about how they studied to play the piano, their favourite pieces of music and when they played piano last. A wonderful insight into someone’s past, present and future.

Helen (Resident) stated, “I have been playing the piano since I was an infant. Music is like friendship; you are never alone when you play music. Music creates all sorts of emotions.”

Bernard (Resident) replied, “I agree, I still love the piano.”

Family is important because they can offer support and security coupled with unconditional love; they will always look to see and bring out the best in you even if you cannot see it for yourself. It is said that a family unit is the foundational element in an individual’s life, providing emotional support, a sense of belonging, and a framework for personal and social development.

At Tyspane Care Home, we believe in the benefit and value of supporting families and friends and view every resident as belonging to one big family, “The Tyspane Family.” So, today it was wonderful to share in Mary’s family party. Mary’s family came from all areas of the country to spend time together this morning and share stories and catch up. Laughter could be heard all around the home, simply wonderful.

Miriam (Mary’s Mother and Sister to Lorna) stated, “It has been wonderful, we have not been together as one family since 2019. Thank you, Tyspane for organising this special event.”

At Tyspane Care Home our customer commitment is:

“We support residents to maintain contact with those important to them, and always do our best to work alongside them to deliver the best care and support. This is achieved through great communication, whether it be through meaningful conversations or more structured meetings. We actively recruit and support resident ambassadors, to benefit residents' health and wellbeing. We welcome ideas and feedback so our teams can act and are always seeking to improve the services provided in our homes.”

New Year serves as a time for reflection, goal-setting, celebration, and embracing new opportunities.

Regardless of cultural background, the significance of this annual event resonates deeply with individuals, uniting them in the collective pursuit of personal and collective growth. 

Furthermore, New Year traditions are designed to bring luck and good fortune in the year ahead.

David J Prior (Resident Ambassador) stated, “Happy New Year from all the residents, families, friends and staff at Tyspane Care Home, may all your dreams come true!”

Let’s make Christmas an Intergenerational One!

Even the smallest steps towards supporting residents during the festive holidays can make a meaningful difference. So, imagine residents, families, friends and staff surprise when Emily one of our young volunteers walked into the Activities lounge with a guitar in her hand and put on an incredible show. Emily sang and played guitar with ease and skill way beyond her years.

Noreen (Resident) stated, “That was a lovely surprise, such talent.”

Well done and Thank You Emily.

Believing in Santa is believing in the magic of Christmas

Santa is best known for delivering gifts on Christmas Eve, often coming down chimneys and leaving presents in stockings hung by fireplaces. Santa is associated with joy, generosity and kindness; he symbolises the spirts of giving during the festive season.

This morning at Tyspane Care Home, Santa certainly delivered a sprinkling of Christmas spirt to residents, families, friends and staff.

Elizabeth (Resident) said, “What a lovely surprise, and thank you for my gift.”

Noreen (Resident) replied, “He woke me nice and early.”

Santa certainly had a positive impact on us all today. Ho ho ho!