Abbey Lifestyle

Elmcroft Care Home residents Christmas joy with school art

Residents at Elmcroft Care Home, in Tolleshunt Major, had a surprise delivery of cheery artwork from a primary school almost 90 miles away.

The residents at the 52-bed care home were delighted to receive colourful pictures of rainbows and animals sent as a random act of kindness from King’s Oak Primary School in west London.

The school spent the last few weeks creating Christmas pictures of their own to send to their new young friends as a thank you.

Why not read more of the published article from Maldon Standard, just click the link – https://www.maldonandburnhamstandard.co.uk/news/24008670.elmcroft-care-home-residents-christmas-joy-school-art/

Cola cubes and sherbet lemons revive cherished childhood memories for residents with Alzheimer’s

Residents at the 60-bed Primrose Hill Care Home in Huntingdon have been taking regular trips down memory lane thanks to the new addition of an old-fashioned sweet shop trolley and scents that stimulate their senses.

Talcum powder, shoe polish, flowers and candyfloss are among the smells evoking memories of going to school and trips to the seaside in the holidays.

Amanda Favell, Care Home Manager, said: “Reminiscence is important for all our residents, especially those with Alzheimer’s or dementia, because it takes them back to comforting memories of their childhood days or to particular moments in their lives. Being able to remember empowers them and gives them confidence.”

Why not read more of the published article from Peterborough Telegraph, just click the link – https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/news/people/cola-cubes-and-sherbet-lemons-revive-cherished-childhood-memories-for-residents-with-alzheimers-4445348

Pupils’ penpal scheme for Lake District care home residents

Primary school pupils are writing their way into 2024 after popping into Kendal Care Home to share letters they had written to residents.

Armed with homemade Christmas decorations, 19 pupils aged seven to 11 from St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary in Windermere read letters they had written about their summer holidays.

Fergal said: “Having the children visit and starting a penpal friendship is amazing for the residents, especially those with dementia.”

Why not read more of the published article from the Cumbria Crack, just click the link – https://cumbriacrack.com/2023/12/12/pupils-penpal-scheme-for-lake-district-care-home-residents/

Huntingdon: Chicks hatched at Cromwell House Care Home

The residents of Abbey Healthcare’s Cromwell House Care Home watched as the chicks hatched and, after feeding and caring for them for only a day, have decided to make them permanent residents.

Sylvia Duz, Manager of the 66-bed home on High Street, said: “Recent research shows how hens can improve wellbeing and reduce any loneliness and depression by giving people a chance to sense, feel and express their emotions and affection. So, this was a therapeutic initiative that we wanted to offer for the benefit of our residents, and we saw the impact straight away. ”

Why not read more of the published article from The Hunts Post, just click the link – https://www.huntspost.co.uk/news/23844211.huntingdon-chicks-hatched-cromwell-house-care-home/

Huntingdon: Abbey Healthcare’s Primrose Hill Care Home walk

Four staff from Abbey Healthcare’s Primrose Hill Care Home strode out in their walking boots on one of the hottest days of the year to raise money for two therapy dolls for their residents with dementia.

Complete with cribs, pushchairs, bottles, and nappies the baby boy and girl dolls are now being enjoyed by residents on the 16-bed dementia floor.

Danielle Keeble, dementia unit manager at the newly-refurbished home on Thames Road, said: “It’s well documented that sensory activities and therapeutic treatments like dolls can help people with dementia, especially if they’ve been parents in the past.

“The ‘caring’ role empowers them to find comfort in those memories of caring for a baby, so we wanted to raise money and buy our own pair.”

Why not read more of the published article from The Hunts Post, just click the link – https://www.huntspost.co.uk/news/23790018.huntingdon-abbey-healthcares-primrose-hill-care-home-walk/

Hooray we shout! Already for the Coronation Parade and Picnic

Our Heron Hill Care Home all ready with their flags a waving high and excitement building as they join Heron Hill Primary Schools KS2 for their Coronation parade and picnic!

A right royal affair!

With their banners and flags up and the tables laid our Farnworth Care Home residents are set and ready for a right royal knees up!

Good afternoon your Majesty, will you be joining us for tea?

It’s going to be a posh affair at our Aaron Court Care home with a true celebration in style. Residents, families and friends in posh attire in readiness for a beautiful 3 course luncheon. Chink chink everyone

In your Easter bonnet, with all the frills upon it, you’ll be the grandest lady, in the Easter parade!

With bonnets galore our Aaron Court Residents had a great time showing off their creations. They truly will be the grandest ladies in the Easter Parade!

May every petal on the shamrock bring you joy and good luck!

From our leprechaun and residents from Abbeydale Court, let’s toast to a life filled with good fortune and good company and may your clovers have leaves of four and your luck last forevermore. Wishing you a pot of gold this St. Patrick’s Day.