Activities at Vecta House Care Home

It seems the word got out about our disco—and what a turnout it was! We were thrilled to welcome family, friends, residents, and staff to the floor for our monthly Memory Lane Disco.

With glow sticks at the ready, everyone danced, sang, and laughed the afternoon away. Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do, so we made sure our residents in wheelchairs were right in the middle of the action enjoying the dance floor!

Delicious refreshments were served throughout to keep everyone energised.

It was a wonderful afternoon full of connection and joy, quickly proving to be our most popular event of the month.

A huge thank you to everyone who made it so memorable! We already can't wait for our extra special October disco—stay tuned for details!   

What a gorgeous afternoon we’ve had! Our lovely residents made the absolute most of the glorious sunshine today out in our garden.

We kept cool with refreshing summer mocktails and enjoyed classic strawberry splits while listening to some fantastic tunes. To top it all off, our residents got treated to a relaxing hand massage and nail painting session.

Lots of laughter, great music, and vibrant nails—the perfect summer afternoon!   

Today, the garden at Vecta House Care Home was transformed into a whimsical wonderland for our very own Alice in Wonderland Tea Party!

The garden felt like a page straight out of a storybook, with beautiful decorations hanging from the trees. As the King of Hearts would say, "Begin at the beginning,"—so we did, with tables laid out with absolutely delicious treats and plenty of tea!

Our wonderful staff dressed up for the occasion, and our residents joined in the fun with some wonderfully wacky hats. With incredible live music filling the afternoon air, it wasn’t long before everyone was smiling and dancing. After all, "Alice: How long is forever? White Rabbit: Sometimes, just one second."—but the joy we shared this afternoon will stay with us much longer.

It was a truly lovely, magical afternoon filled with laughter, music, and wonderful memories.
"Where paths with a heart can take you, there you will find the most beautiful stories."

Today, our wonderful residents at Vecta House jumped aboard the minibus for a fantastic day trip to the beautiful Quarr Abbey! We were incredibly lucky to catch the morning sunshine as we strolled through and admired the stunning, peaceful grounds. It was the perfect, tranquil start to our day.

During our visit, we spent some quiet time in the chapel, where residents lit a candle for loved ones. Afterward, we explored the abbey shop to taste some delicious Isle of Wight jams and chutneys, and took a lovely stroll through the art gallery to admire the beautiful paintings on display. A trip to Quarr Abbey wouldn't be complete without visiting and feeding the famous pigs, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed! 
We wrapped up our wonderful day the best way we know how—relaxing in the café together with a nice cup of tea and some delicious cake. Everyone had a fabulous time soaking in the history, nature, and community spirit.   

We kicked off our morning by diving into a relaxing "Under the Sea" sensory session, beautifully hosted by the wonderful Sensory Space CIC Our residents loved exploring a variety of sensory items, all while surrounded by soothing lights and calming music. The absolute crowd favourite? The bubbles, of course!   

The fun didn't stop there. This afternoon, we made the most of the glorious sunshine and headed out into our beautiful sensory gardens. We spent the hours basking in the warmth, listening to some classic 60s rock 'n' roll, and treating ourselves to delicious ice cream and refreshing mocktails.    

Today, our residents enjoyed a wonderful outing to the beach! From paddling in the refreshing sea to watching the waves roll in, it was a fantastic day by the water.

Of course, no trip to the seaside is complete without a delicious ice cream!  We even made a new furry friend when a friendly dog decided to join us and relax on our towels!

It was a beautiful day filled with sunshine, laughter, and great memories. Take a look at some of the highlights from our trip!    

There’s nothing quite like the beauty and fragrance of fresh flowers to brighten up a day!

This morning, our wonderful residents got creative during a lovely flower-arranging workshop. A huge, heartfelt thank you to Rebecca and her mum from Embracing Age Isle of Wight for visiting us and sharing their time and talents.

Our residents had a brilliant time picking their favourite stems and crafting their very own stunning floral displays. The home is now filled with gorgeous colours, sweet scents, and so many happy memories!        

Today, our wonderful residents at Vecta House joined forces with our friends from Orchard House Care Home for an extra special outing. We headed down to Cowes where we met up with the incredible team from Wetwheels Hamble for an unforgettable boat trip out on the water.

It was a truly magical day filled with spectacular views. We had the perfect vantage point to see all the beautiful sailing boats, and we caught a stunning view of Osborne House from the water. The boat even took off at quite a speed! The beautiful, cool sea air was absolute bliss on such a hot day, though we definitely had to hold onto our hats.          

Our residents had the absolute best time. Eve declared that this was "the best so far," and Rich couldn't stop smiling, saying he had a "great time."

A massive thank you to Orchard House Care Centre for the wonderful company and to Wetwheels Hamble for making our day so special. We are already looking forward to the next voyage!

This afternoon, we were absolutely thrilled to host our 5th annual Culture Party alongside the wonderful Isle of Wight Indonesian community!   

What started as a small idea has now become a beloved yearly tradition here at Vecta House. Our incredible staff poured their hearts and culinary talents into cooking a magnificent feast of traditional foods from their home countries for everyone to enjoy. 

The afternoon was filled with vibrant colours as our Indonesian guests dressed in stunning traditional costumes and performed breath-taking traditional dances. This event is all about celebrating the beautiful cultures and diversity that make our Vecta House family so special. Honestly, what better way to bring people together than through the universal languages of amazing food, uplifting music, and dance? Our residents had an absolute blast, with so many of them jumping right in to dance along and join the festivities.

Thank you so much to everyone who cooked, performed, and celebrated with us today. Here’s to many more years of this beautiful tradition!

It’s been a day of two halves here at Vecta House, and our residents have loved every second of it!
We started our morning with a tranquil Namaste session, transforming the room into a relaxing haven designed to engage all five senses. It was a beautiful opportunity for everyone to unwind with soothing hand massages, fresh nail painting, or a quiet moment spent reading and knitting. To keep the energy light and refreshing, we served delicious fruit smoothies and platters of fresh fruit throughout the session.

The peace and quiet didn't last for long, though, because the Wild West arrived at Vecta House this afternoon! We traded the knitting needles for cowboy hats as our dining room was decorated for a full-blown country and western party. Our very own cowboy, Paolo, took to the stage and performed a fantastic set that had everyone up and dancing.    

It’s been a wonderful day of relaxation followed by high-energy fun. Take a look at some of our favourite moments from today in the photos below!

We were treated to a fantastic afternoon of live music out in the warm sunshine! A huge thank you to the talented Whippingham Acoustic Music Shed for bringing their beautiful tunes to our gardens.

Our residents loved tapping their feet, singing along, and soaking up the lively atmosphere with friends. Music always brings so much joy to our home, and today was certainly no exception!    

What an unforgettable afternoon at Vecta House!

Today we hosted our much-anticipated Annual Classic Car Show, and it was a roaring success. Our grounds were filled with a fantastic array of beautiful vintage vehicles, ranging from classic Morris Minors to sleek Jaguars.  

Our residents had a wonderful time taking a stroll down memory lane, admiring the cars, and sharing stories about their own motoring memories. The atmosphere was buzzing all afternoon, complete with gorgeous face painting thanks to Tracy's Faces, sweet treats from the candy floss stall, and fantastic live music from the talented Paolo, who had everyone singing along!

A huge, heartfelt thank you to the Vectis Historic Vehicle Club Ltd for supporting us for another year and making this event so special for our residents, staff, and visitors. We are already looking forward to the next one!      

Our hearts are absolutely full today at Vecta House! We were thrilled to welcome back the wonderful children from Summerfield’s Primary School for our weekly Book Club.

Every Tuesday afternoon, the children bring in their favourite books and read aloud to our residents. It has quickly become one of the absolute highlights of the week here. There is something truly magical about seeing the generations come together over a great story—the room was filled with smiles, laughter, and so much joy.    

Thank you so much to the students and staff at Summerfield’s Primary School for making our Tuesdays so bright. We are already counting down the days until next week!  

We might be a week late, but we couldn't miss out on marking World Bee Day here at Vecta House! 
Today, our gardens were absolutely buzzing as we welcomed the wonderful team from the Isle of Wight Beekeepers Association.

They gave us a truly fascinating talk all about the art of beekeeping. Our residents were captivated and had so many brilliant questions throughout. 

To top off a brilliant afternoon, our guests kindly gifted us a jar of delicious local Isle of Wight honey. The residents wasted absolutely no time putting it to the test, enjoying it drizzled generously over bowls of ice cream for the perfect sunny-day treat! 

The weather couldn't dampen our spirits at Vecta House today! Despite dodging a few showers, our residents had a fantastic minibus trip over to the Horse and Groom.

The grey skies actually made for a great game of "I-Spy," and we even managed to spot a Stickman during our travels!              

Once we were tucked away in the warm and dry, everyone enjoyed a real feast. Residents tucked into savoury bacon and cheese sandwiches with a side of hot crispy chips, followed by refreshing ice cream and a perfectly brewed cup of coffee.

A little bit of rain didn't stop the big smiles and great conversation. It was the perfect afternoon to get out and about and enjoy some good company!