At our recent residents committee meeting there was a request for more picnics in the garden now that the weather is warmer. The next alfresco meal happened very quickly and it was Fish and Chips all round, a huge success.

We have a number of home entertainers who visit and they are always a highlight of the social calendar at Brunel bringing the whole home together. Colin really enjoyed the most recent entertainer. 

We recently enjoyed an outdoor concert courtesy of Wiltshire Rural Music. They are a charity who bring live music to communities within Wiltshire and they kindly offered to perform in the garden. It was a fantastic afternoon of live entertainment and they were so talented, we can wait for them to return. 

Red Rose Day was celebrated at Ashmead recently. In addition to the beautifully made and presented "rose" cakes for all residents to enjoy in afternoon tea, all residents were given an individual rose each to symbolise care from all the staff team. 

John, Phil and Graham who all live at Brunel House always enjoy their trip to the local garden centre. The gentlemen's knowledge about plants and gardening is amazing and we all picked up plenty of tips. After having a look round we all enjoyed a lovely lunch at the centre. 

The people who live at Princess Lodge are busier than ever. Arts and crafts remain a favourite past time, so there was plenty of smiles for National Smile Day and as soon as the sun was out we took our painting into the garden. Another favourite past time is High Tea in our beautiful dining room. Music, great conversation and amazing homemade cakes, what's not to love? 

On the news, we always hear a lot of praise for doctors, nurse, teachers, and care staff but we here at Appletree feel that we don't hear enough praises for the domestic staff, cleaners, activities, and our maintenance staff. 

Today we are shouting our thanks to these unsung heroes. 

On the occasion of Father’s Day we gathered the fathers at Coplands for a get together before lunch, they had opportunity to speak with each other and we offered them some snacks and chilled juices. They enjoyed the party with music. Everyone had a great day celebrating their fathers.

On 16th June 2021 Coplands Nursing Home celebrated their Summer fete party with residents, residents families and members of staff. A meeting, lunch with refreshments and entertainment was organised. Staff wore their traditional dress and summer dress. The residents and the resident’s family enjoyed the event.

Colouring is known to offer many benefits such as encouraging relaxation and lowering stress and anxiety levels. It can be done by anyone and it's a hobby you can take anywhere, including the garden. It's even more enjoyable when you are joined by friends. 

During the warmer weather you can't keep us out of the garden. Sunshine and cocktails are the perfect partners as is a game or two of table tennis or card games.