On Wednesday 5th February, Zoolab came to visit the residents at Wilow Bank. Ella from Zoolab had brought along some giant snails, some millipedes, two rats and a snake. The residents were very enthusiastic about seeing the animals, though some just liked to look while others enjoyed the opportunity to handle them. We all agreed that the little rat was very cute and admired the colours of the snake, and were surprised by the very smooth texture of the snakes skin.

We are so fortunate to have contact with Di Hall, ex international Violin player. She has visited us on a number of occasions, calling in  to play in resident’s rooms. In addition she enabled us to have a wonderful time on the Saturday before Christmas, for our mince pie and carols event, raising funds for our local friends “Dementia Forward”. Residents and their guests were able to make requests for favourite carols. We all sang along and had a wonderful Christmas time, followed by mince pies , which we had made previously.

We had a lovely time at the Spa Gardens with several residents, followed by tea and cakes at Booth’s café. Comments about the Alice in Wonderland carvings in the park together with the beautiful layout of the gardens, were made. All were completely full after tea and cakes in the delightful Booth’s café.

Carmel Lodge staff celebrated the gardening day on Wednesday 5th February by dressing as Land Girls and speaking with our residents about history WWII - 1939 – 1945. 

Everyone had a good giggle and made our residents smile. 

Doris celebrated her 95th birthday this week at Cavendish Court Care Home. She enjoyed afternoon tea with other residents, enjoying cake and music.

Troutbeck residents had a fun visit from Thornwood Alpacas in December 2019

Information Event at Hope Green Care Home on Friday 21st February from 2 - 4pm. 

Come along and meet John Howe solicitor from the Howe Practice and Phil Smith from Oak finance who will be available to answer questions regarding paying care fees, Wills & Probate & Power of Attorney.

Based in Catterick Garrison one of the largest army bases in the UK, Rosedale Nursing Home has a diverse community in place at the home from around the world.  Our residents love trying new food, so we all came together on Friday 31st January and celebrated with dishes across the world with a food tasting day.

The Bolton Arms in Redmire have started reaching out to people in the local community and invited two of our residents for a senior citizens lunch.   

Lovely time had by families and residents at Clarendon Court's Friday wine & cheese party. Plenty of food for everyone and lots of big smiles filled the room.