Archive for March 2024
Touchwood brings musical joy to Ganarew
Our Ganarew family recently had the pleasure of welcoming the Touchwood music group for another unforgettable performance. The talented musicians of Touchwood captivated the audience with their enchanting melodies, creating a heartwarming and memorable event for everyone involved. It was a true celebration of music, joy, and togetherness that filled our home with warmth and…
Read MorePizza party time!
Our residents love pizza making time! With dough, sauce, and toppings galore, they gather in the lounge for a fun and tasty activity. Each adds their personal touch to their pizza before sharing and savouring the delicious results together. It’s not just about the food—it’s about the laughter and togetherness that make these moments unforgettable.
Read MorePet therapy at The Mountains
Our activity team love organising special pet sessions for our residents to bond with furry friends. As you can see, the residents are truly grateful for these moments and cherish their time with the animals. We take pride in hosting these sessions as they never fail to brighten everyone’s day and bring smiles to their…
Read MoreGetting ready for Easter at Castleford
Getting ready for Easter at Castleford House! 🐣 🌷 🍫 What a fab few days the residents and team have had getting ready for Easter! With a wide variety of arts and crafts activities, including Easter bonnet decorating and making decorations for the lounge, doesn’t it look fab?!
Read MoreA cheesy feast!
This month, we indulged in a cheesy feast like no other at The Orchard. Gathered together, we explored a tantalising array of cheeses from around the world. From creamy Camembert to tangy Cheddar, each cheese brought its own unique flavour to the table. But the real fun? We turned it into a global challenge! Flags…
Read MoreA visit to Reading Football Club
Residents from Braeburn Lodge had a fantastic time attending the Age UK group at Majesty Stadium. They enjoyed playing games and even had the chance to win prizes in the players lounge at Reading Football Club. It was a memorable experience filled with fun and excitement for all who participated.
Read MoreMilkwood Care’s Impactful Tree Planting Initiative
On March 1st, our managers from Milkwood Care partnered with Carma and the Green Task Force, a local environmental organisation, to plant 1000 trees in the Usk Valley. An initiative aimed to create a new forest in South Wales, with our goal being to raise £6,250. Thanks to the overwhelming support, individuals from some of…
Read MoreIndoor bowling fun at Applewood
Our lovely residents at Applewood adore playing indoor ten-pin bowling. In our recreation area, they take turns rolling the ball along the floor, aiming for strikes and spares. Beyond the fun, bowling offers cognitive and physical benefits, alongside fostering friendships and creating cherished memories.
Read MoreCommunity Connections
Milkwood House are delighted to launch our new Community Connections event. This is a space for people in the community who are risk of social isolation and other care homes to meet over a drink and enjoy some company. We will be holding this event every two months. A big thank you to The British…
Read MoreChatterwood’s long-awaited meet-up at the Royal British Legion!
It’s been four years since our Chatterwood residents and staff members could arrange a monthly meet-up at the Royal British Legion social club with other residential and nursing homes in our area. Better late than never, as it was great to see everyone again, chatting and singing along with Shaun. To add to the special…
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