July 2025 – Milkwood Care Limited

Return visit from Artie & Finn

We were delighted to welcome back Artie and Finn, our friendly alpacas, for another visit. Their gentle nature and curious personalities brought smiles and joy to everyone who met them.

Time spent in the garden and crafting!

In the garden Some residents enjoyed a lovely afternoon on the lawn, sipping tea, nibbling biscuits, and adding a splash of creativity with a bit of art too. In addition, residents showed great creativity and patience when making paper roses, resulting in some beautiful blooms that brightened the room.

Barry Island

With all this lovely sunshine recently, we set off to Barry Island. We all enjoyed the stunning views and, of course, stopped for a well-deserved ice cream treat!

Music Maestro

We all had a fantastic time at our recent Music Maestro session. It was full of great music, laughter, and that special happy feeling that comes with meeting new people. Everyone loved singing along to our favourite songs, creating such a happy atmosphere. We also enjoyed the wonderful sensory and colourful materials that accompanied the…

Tom’s journey

Tom came to the Lodge on 14th January 2014 as our first client. In doing so, he put his own unique stamp on the place – and as such, he put the Lodge on the map which Milkwood Care will always be grateful for. Being the only client for a few years with the odd…

Out and about

Cranleigh We took a trip to Cranleigh. As part of our residents’ wishing tree, our beautiful Ruth’s wish was to visit the town she grew up in, to see the church where she was married, and to visit the cemetery where her parents were laid to rest. That’s why we were delighted when Natalie and…

Music and movement

There was plenty of energy and joy in the lounge as residents took part in a lively Music and Movement session. With uplifting tunes and plenty of laughter, everyone got involved— clapping, swaying, and enjoying the rhythm together. These sessions are a wonderful way to keep bodies moving and spirits high. From tapping toes to…

One-to-one time and a game of tennis

One-to-one time Martin and Wendy had a lovely time making bumblebees together, focusing carefully on each detail. Wendy also enjoyed watering the flowers on the patio during her one-to-one activity, taking a moment to connect with nature and brighten the garden. Anyone for tennis? A big thank you to Newman Collard Tennis Club in…