Archive for May 2020
VE Day
Everyone had been looking forward to our VE Day 75 celebrations and the day did not disappoint! We hung out the Union flags and made and displayed our own VE Day bunting. The staff dressed up in vintage or military outfits and everyone enjoyed our indoor street party. It was a great day of reflection…
Read MoreWear it pink
Even with lockdown underway, we decided to carry on with our ‘Wear It Pink’ day. We had lots of fun with raffles, sweepstakes and everyone wearing pink. Between us on shift that day, we managed to raise over £50.
Read MoreThe Ganarew beer garden is open!
Many of our residents enjoy a little tipple occasionally, and who doesn’t love a little social gathering in a sunny pub garden? Pictured here are some of our residents having a chat and raising their glasses in our own beer garden. Cheers, everyone!
Read MoreVE Day 75 Celebrations!
VE Day at Applewood was a hit with all our residents! We had it all going on, including a street party with fish and chips, served in paper like the good old days! We set off balloons to celebrate 75 years since the end of WW11, and we even had our own man in military…
Read MoreSkype Calls to family members
During lockdown, we’ve become used to keeping in touch with the outside world with video calls between residents and their loved ones. It’s a fantastic way for everyone to feel connected and reassured, during these tough times.
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