The Orchard – Page 16 – Milkwood Care Limited

Walking Boots

We thoroughly enjoyed our autumn woodland walk with Hugh, and collected lots of different coloured leaves to take back to the home for all to see and feel. We chatted about how wonderful Mother Nature is and all the great things she provides to humans and animals. Hugh said we should never take nature for…

Blog 2. Robin’s Movember Challenge 2020

Peddling progress update – a virtual tour around all the Milkwood Care homes Day 5 and Day 6, I travelled on from Abergavenny and was accompanied for most of the time by Janet. She rode along, thinking that she could stop to do some shopping in Abergavenny, Monmouth or Chepstow, and was most disappointed that…

Orchard Update

The wonderfully cheerful builders have been really busy this week constructing our outdoor hub for visiting friends and relatives. We have all enjoyed following their progress and really look forward to seeing the space once it’s completed! We’ll keep you updated with its development.

Robin’s Movember Challenge 2020 [Blog 1]

A virtual tour around all the Milkwood Care homes Last year, I was talked into growing a moustache as a Movember fundraising challenge, but my sons insisted that that wasn’t enough, and talked me into a month of walking, rowing and swimming! It was worth it though, because not only did I feel fitter, but…

Bonfire Night

David, Judith, Elizabeth, Laura and Karen enjoyed our 5th November Bonfire Night including the sparkler fun!

Biscuit Decorating Challenge

We were delighted to receive a big box from McVitie’s Tasties Care Home Challenge with a wide range of different biscuits to taste and decorate how we wished. We chose a spooky Halloween theme and filled piping bags with coloured fondant in additional to edible glitter/sprinkles and googly eyes, making each biscuit unique. We have…

Birthday fun for Elizabeth

We always celebrate birthdays in style, making everyone feel special here at the Orchard, and Elizabeth’s birthday was no exception. She had balloons, party hats and banners on display, and of course, was presented with a home-made cake. We spent the afternoon playing party games and taking part in group activities.

Bubble sensory time

Our regular bubble sensory sessions have been thoroughly enjoyed by all of our wonderful residents. Some choose to watch the colourful bubbles float in the air, whilst others like reaching out to pop a few! Pictured here are David and Ashley playing the classic game of connect four, we all enjoy watching the interaction and…

Basket Weaving

Craft class was taken outside on a warm day, we also enjoyed some tea/fruit juices and a biscuit or two! The residentstook their time carefully weaving different colours around the template to make a beautiful small basket/bowl. They alldid a great job! As you can see we had a lovely afternoon together.

A breath of fresh air

Freda and Judith have been making the most of the wonderful weather with lots of walks around the gardenwhen both ladies like to admire the beautiful plants and colours.