Keeping busy is second nature at Riverview. The activities program is varied to ensure there is something for everyone. One day it's a more energetic activity led by Veronica one of our longer standing members of staff who has been at Riverview for 17 years, other days we tune into our crafty nature. The laughter and fun we had in printing these tablecloths continued all morning and resulted in perfect art pieces. 

At Riverview the amazing local community continues to support us all. Just when you're thinking that you could do with a snack and a cup of tea these fabulous gifts arrive at the front door. They went down a treat so thank you to the thoughtful person/people who sent this lovely gift. We also want to support our community and so we have begun to distribute gift bags which include biscuits, tea and coffee and puzzle books to local people who may be spending more time at home than they normally would.

Today we enjoyed some fresh berries and talked about fond memories of picking berries when they were younger. They talked about sneakily eating berries when they were meant to collect a whole basket full, and what they made with the berries once they were picked. One resident laughed out loud recalling a memory of a friend falling into a blackberry bush when trying to pick them. It was amazing to see and hear these stories of love and happiness. The residents were then offered a berry word search which some were very keen to try.

All residents and staff were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Prince Phillip. The residents were keen to share their stories and condolences by writing letters to the Royal Family. They talked about memories of their own experiences with the Royal Family which filled them with pride and happiness. 

As the recent Spring weather has been so sunny and mild the people who live and work at Brunel House have been making the most of the beautiful sheltered gardens. Louisa, one of our lovely hostess team took a stroll with Roy and John. 

At Brunel House we are continuing to our trips to the local area, keeping to Covid restrictions. Our last trip was to Quarry Hill. It was a beautiful clear spring day and the views of the famous Box tunnel were stunning. We are extremely lucky to have this on our doorstep. 

The residents have loved being able to get out in the garden with the lovely weather lately. One resident in particular has thoroughly enjoyed helping the staff with planting new flowers and placement of the planters. It's so good to see the residents outside enjoying the garden. 

We always enjoy supporting our local hospice, KEMP, who partnered with Wildjac Home Grown Distillery, based in the Wyre Forest to being a fantastic gin tasting experience to the homes of many.  Our residents thoroughly enjoyed this activity, in the knowledge they they were supporting our local community whilst having so much fun!.

Those living at The Wharf Care Home have been enjoying the sunshine, planting sunflowers. Whose will grow the tallest is going to get very competitive whilst all good fun!. For those not outside we took the sunflowers to them.  Sunflowers bringing happiness inside and out. 

Happy Easter from all of us at The Wharf Care Home!