Our stories

Monday was a strange day, our residents sat in silence as they watched their beloved queen's funeral, the occasional comment on the procession and how very British it is and how great we are at doing it.  Some s

Being apart of the community is important and we have been so lucky to be invited to visit Dorking library with the music community team. The residents have enjoyed dancing and drawing activities as well as reading sessions which has been thoroughly enjoyed by the people taking part.

 Our residents were so thrilled to have a visit from a therapy pony from ‘dinky ponies’ called Poppy. Poppy started her visit in the garden and then went through the home visiting people on her way which was so lovely. Both poppy the pony and our residents loved one another’s company.

Some ladies that are living with us wanted to get some new shoes and of course we wanted to make that happen for them.  We popped off in our transport to the local town.

Our "More Movement" classes are scheduled every week into our lifestyle programme. They provide our residents important time to focus on movements and exercises to support mobility and strength within care plans.

We are pleased to have introduced here at Lace Hill Manor the Motitech Virtual Bike which provides our residents the chance to virtually explore the world whilst pedalling or using hand movements to guide them through the city streets.

We had all just enjoyed our exercise class when the residents all said that they would like a game of football so we got the ball out and enjoyed a kick about. It was such fun and everyone had a good giggle.

Everyone at the home wanted an opportunity to celebrate the recent CQC inspection where the home acquired a good score.
The home was decorated with an Hawaiian theme, staff and residents enjoyed a party with a BBQ, Music and games.  It was a lovely afternoon for all.
 

It was National Hot Dog day on Saturday so our residents very much enjoyed a hot dog supper.  The people living with us got to choose their perfect hot dog topping too, onions, mustard, tomato ketchup or a mixture of all three.
 

Venimus, canebamus, totus erat groovy! We came, we sang, all was groovy!

For one of this week's morning, our residents had a free hand painting session.

They decide to draw the first thing that come to their mind.

Some draw animals, even wrote the noises that those same animals do.

We are thrilled to be able to show the community our recent CQC Good score from our recent inspection on our new banner outside of the home.

Taking advantage of the good weather again this afternoon we went on a walk through our local park, then strolled around the local pet shop having a look at all the animals and the tropical fish on display.

Water painting went down a treat this week, everyone gave it a go and was quite taken aback what beautiful pictures were created without having to even use paint. It was such a therapeutic activity that was enjoyed by all.

Nothing gets us moving and laughing like a bit of music and dancing. A bit of Elvis and our toes were tapping and everyone was singing along. We grabbed some maracas and bells and made a party of it.

Notting Hill Carnival celebrations were a huge success at Hope Green with lots of dancing, music and colour. It's always great to get together and celebrate the diversity of our culture and what better way than to appreciate the costumes and dance of this vibrant carnival.

RESIDENTS HAD A BISCUIT BAKING DAY, MONA ENJOYED DECORATING THE BISCUITS.

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed our summer party which had a country hoedown theme. The residents and their families had a lovely day. There was a dog show, games, live music and lots of food and drink including a hog roast.

Residents spent the morning making lavender bags today. They stripped the lavender off the plant then filled the lavender bags that had been previously sewn.  They loved the smell of lavender, and it reminded them of days they used to spend in their gardens and green houses.