We celebrated burns night with haggis, neeps and tatties and washed down with a glass of whiskey. We listened to traditional bagpipes after remembering the life of Robert Burns, The peoples poet.

Gardening club is back in full swing and we have began to sow our seeds! All have enjoyed getting their hands stuck in to the soil and looking through the variety of flowers that we have been potting. Look out for our red sunflowers and our giant yellow sunflowers.

Last week our residents were getting crafty creating Chinese lantern and fans for Chinese New Year and enjoyed a Chinese curry dish for dinner. Our residents enjoyed film afternoon watching the famous funny face and got to choose within the group what they would like to watch. We had a remembrance on buddy holly, and sang songs on karaoke in remembrance of him and passed pictures around the room. Our residents got up and sang on karaoke and told the group some information that they knew about buddy holly. We then enjoyed cake and coffee along with a nice chat.

What a better way to enjoy Saturday evening with a Cheese and Wine Party! The residents had a great time singing and dancing their favourite songs while a selection of red and white wines were served with cheese, grapes and crackers.

For Chinese New Year our lovely residents enjoyed arts and crafts, creating Chinese lanterns and fans. Everyone was happy and we did the craft step by step so that everyone knew exactly how to make them.

Our residents love receiving mail. Karen, from the postcards of kindness scheme, sent us some lovely cards with some interesting news and facts. They were great conversation starters.

We had fun this afternoon playing balloon volley ball, such a simple game but its great for hand eye coordination, and is always a good team building exercise that both residents and staff can enjoy together.

We celebrated the Chinese New Year in style. We watched a beautiful Dragon Dance show from Hong Kong on our large screen, ate Chinese spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce and prawn crackers, we listened to relaxing Chinese Music and learnt a little about the History of the Chinese Rulers. We all had a fun and interesting afternoon, enjoyed by everyone.

We have made a beautiful dried flower wreath from flowers that have been sent in to Residents throughout the year.

We love the Craft Sessions and can't wait to getting potting seeds and bulbs for Spring.

There was some lovely work produced in our mindful colouring session. Residents listened to relaxing mindful music whilst producing their pieces. These sessions aim to improve focus and concentration and reduce stress. We finished off our session with a herbal tea.