Winchester House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

All our communities had a wonderful treat the other day here at Wi******er House from the Triumph owners motorcycle club.

We all heard the roaring engines coming up the drive way, and they all all got very excited.

Our communities got to walk round and look at the bikes and talk to all the owners and have pictures taken.

This was an amazing experience for some of our residents.

Don't forget the open day tomorrow 10am - 4pm Wi******er House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

Please pop in for a tour and a cup of tea and allow us to answer all of your questions about Life in Our Home whether it be in our memory lane community, our residential community or our nursing care

We all need a little help from time to time. If things are getting harder to manage, you might want to move somewhere with higher levels of support. Feel free to contact our friendly team here at Wi******er House to get some advice and help.

To find out more about life at Wi******er House please visit our website or simply call us on 01634 685001.

Here at Wi******er House we got into the spooky Halloween spirit of things by creating an autumnal display with painted and carved pumpkins, flowers and wreaths.

We hosted a fun-filled party last Sunday for all the children in our community. Our spooky afternoon was filled with games, crafts and Halloween inspired treats.

Some of our residents preferred to paint and decorate pumpkins and to dress up for the occasion, others got involved in themed quizzes and games, and enjoyed watching Halloween films.

We all had a spooktacular time.

Thank you so much for joining us and if you had enjoyed our party, please fill free to give us a google review.

Link below
https://g.page/r/CYxQo-HY_fnKEBM/review

Barchester's Big Quiz tomorrow at 2.30pm

Calling all quizzers! We’re back with another episode of Barchester Goes Gaming, join us for an exciting quiz to test your general knowledge and see who is the biggest brainbox of them all! You can find the answer sheet to print and complete here and I have attached to this email.

You can find a Zoom link here
https://barchester.zoom.us/s/93469119810?pwd=DtdKbwh3TCT6y4Ye0sqSeHtLWAugdv.1
Webinar ID: 934 6911 9810 Passcode: 285889

You can find a YouTube link
https://youtube.com/live/dL5ClvDcDsk?feature=share

We have arranged a bingo evening for all you bingo lovers, Saturday the 2nd of November.

Please could you book your table with reception or Tracy from Activities as we have limited spaces.

Thank you

Calling all children!!!

Fright Night is almost here, get your costumes if you fear!

Games, halloween costume competition, trick or treating, and much more. No need to book, just come along tomorrow, 27th October from 2.30pm.

Yesterday, Wi******er House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare was visited by 3 brave fire fighters for Kent Fire and Rescue Services.

Our visitors raised the awareness of the dangers associated with fire and the practical steps that can be taken to minimise and control the risks that fire presents.

Thank you so much Kent Fire Brigade for your time and knowledge shared with our communities.

It's not too late to join us today with the local fire brigade Wi******er House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare to learn all about keeping safe at home.

3pm - 4pm

Some of our gentlemen from our residential community Castle Court enjoying a relaxing afternoon with a beverage and having a catch up.

All our activities yesterday involved apples, as it was world apple day.

We made apple turnovers and apple strudels, we then went on to do apple bobbing, followed by apple cider tasting.

All our communities took part and enjoyed the day as they got to sample there own culinary creations and sample some delicious cider.

Calling all quizzers! Join us on 29th October, at 2.30pm for an exciting virtual quiz.

We will link up with all Barchester care homes and hospitals across the country for Barchester’s Big Quiz.

The event will be available to watch via YouTube live, please contact the home for more information.

Ghosts, witches and creatures of fright - join us here at Wi******er House on 27th October to celebrate Halloween.

Come along if you Dare to a Halloween Scare Costume Party, games and tick or treating around our home.

Wicket fun awaits you at our haunted gathering.

Our Memory lane communities got together this morning for some exercise fun with Clair from Kiddleydivey Gravesend -Adults.

Our residents enjoyed dancing and singing to music and getting there weekly Music and movement session.

A Macmillan Coffee Morning brings communities together while fundraising to support the 3m people living with cancer in the UK.

This year, with the help of all friends of Wi******er House we managed to raise £154.20. All the money was donated to this amazing organisation. Thank you again for your support and we hope you enjoyed all the cakes baked for this event.

Open Day 2nd November 10am - 4pm Wi******er House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare

To book your dedicated time with our team please call 01634 685001 or email [email protected]

Come and meet your friendly local fire brigade and learn about how to keep you, your family, pets and home safe in this age of chargers and overloaded electricals.

To book a space please email [email protected] or call 01634 685001

Working in partnership with our care colleagues and the community.

🎬movie time 🎬
Sunday afternoon movie time with our residents.
This is a weekly activity for our residents, as they all like to get together to watch a movie every Sunday afternoon, with a glass of fizz and popcorn.

Our Memory Lane residents have been enjoying doing more crafts this week.

They have been making little lavender bags and sowing little hearts in to them and filling them with home grown lavender from our gardens.

Fun had by all
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Thank you to all of those that attended the Diabetes Talk yesterday evening - Ruth a Diabetes UK representative was full of facts, figures and help for our attendees.

If you would like to see any particular talks Wi******er House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare then please see the team and pass on your ideas.

Interested in learning more about Diabetes then don't forget to book your space for tomorrow evening Thursday 10th October 6pm - 7pm.

Email [email protected] or call 01634 685001 to book.

Interested in learning more about Diabetes then don't forget to book your space for tomorrow evening Thursday 10th October 6pm - 7pm.

Email [email protected] or call 01634 685001 to book.

We have had a fun couple of days getting messy, doing arts and crafts.

The residents have been making cards and for their families and getting ready for Halloween.

We enjoyed an afternoon of games with our residents over the weekend.

They enjoy these social activities as everyone can join in and fun.

Our residents here at Wi******er House have been doing there Friday fitness this morning.

The residents enjoy doing gentle exercise throughout the week, this helps them with mobility and socializing.

🍰 Happy 107th Birthday, Joyce! 🍰👏

Everyone at Kingswood Court Care Home in Bristol was over the moon to celebrate Joyce's 107th birthday recently.

On her special day, Joyce received nearly 900 birthday cards from well-wishers near and far! She was truly amazed by everyone’s outpouring love and support.

What's even more amazing is that ITV News and the BBC visited the home to capture this memorable occasion. Joyce's story is spreading joy far and wide.

A big thank you to all involved in making Joyce’s celebration such a success.

Join us in wishing Joyce a very happy birthday! 🎉

To find out more about life at Kingswood Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/kingswood-court-care-home

⭐ Staff and residents from Henford House Care Home in Warminster are rooting for their hard-core General Manager, who is taking on a mammoth 100km running challenge along the oldest path in Britain. ⭐

On Saturday, 13th July, Trish Alton will attempt to run the 100km Race to the Stones to raise money for Barchester's Charitable Foundation, which supports hundreds of vulnerable individuals and small charities in local communities, helping to prevent isolation and loneliness.

Trish first started running in 2020 after unintentionally signing up for the London Marathon, she got a charity place and so couldn’t turn it down. Since then, she has completed three marathons but admits she has never taken on a challenge this big before! She will be digging deep and using all of her grit, guts and determination to try to complete the gruelling 100km race towards the 5,000-year-old Avebury Standing Stones.

Everyone is hugely proud of Trish for attempting this run. 👏

🔗 If you'd like to support Trish, please click the link below:

Trish's 100km run for Barchester's Charitable Foundation Help Patricia Alton raise money to support Barchester's Charitable Foundation

👏 We are happy to share that Upton Bay Care Home in Poole has been awarded the ultimate accolade at the Dementia Care Awards - Best Dementia Care Team in the UK. 👏

The Dementia Care Awards celebrate outstanding practice in dementia services and recognise a commitment to deliver outcome-focussed, person-centred care for people living with dementia. The awards ceremony took place at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, where teams from care homes across the UK competed for the prestigious awards, acknowledging accomplishments at all levels within the social care sector.

The team from Upton Bay was named the winner at a gala ceremony where their achievements were celebrated, and they were announced the winners of the Best Dementia Care Team category. The judges commented: “A truly amazing care home team who put the residents at the heart of their work. Fantastic projects and initiatives and the willingness to share best practice is what really set the Upton Bay team apart.”

Congratulations! 🥇

To find out more about life at Upton Bay Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/upton-bay-care-home

💥 Three of our care homes are joining forces to raise funds for a local charity. 💥

Residents and colleagues at Wimborne, Denmead Grange and Bere Grove care homes are taking part in an 18-mile hike on Wednesday 10th July to raise money for the You Trust – Cycling Without Age.

Staff and residents at the homes are looking to help raise funds for this very important which unfortunately faces closure due to insufficient funding. Everyone is welcome to join in with the walk and all donations are welcome.

Cycling Without Age is a wonderful charity run by volunteers that provides freedom, movement and so much joy with their accessible trikes, enabling residents to explore their local area. Cycling Without Age helps care home residents live life to the fullest, enjoying the outdoors and gaining a new lease on life.

Sarah Peach, General Manager at Wimborne Care Home, said: “Taking part in fundraising for this charity is so important. Not just for Cycling Without Age but also for our residents that get such tremendous benefit from being out on the trike. The volunteers that come to the home and take our residents out have become part of the home so we want to do our very best to raise further awareness and money for the charity.”

You can make a donation by visiting: www.totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/cyclingwithoutagedonate

All contributions will be gratefully received.

🏳️‍🌈🌈 Residents, patients and colleagues across many of our care services came together to celebrate Pride Month in style with themed parties, live entertainment, fashion shows, delicious cakes and refreshing mocktails. 🏳️‍🌈🌈

Throughout June, the homes and hospitals were decorated with vibrant rainbows and bunting, embracing festivities from around the world.

Residents and patients, along with staff members, families and friends had a fantastic time experiencing the different parades and carnivals on offer, celebrating individuality, friendship, and equality.

A lovely time was had by all.

Please see a selection of photos below.

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👏 Join us in congratulating our CEO, Dr. Pete Calveley, on 10 remarkable years of leadership. 👏

Dr Pete Calveley comments: “It is never about one person’s achievement but about what you achieve as a team and we have achieved so much together. When I joined the business, our Good or Outstanding ratings were at just 40%, now we are at 86.6% Good or Outstanding which makes me incredibly proud. “

“Fundamental to great care is ensuring our residents and patients are safe and I’m exceptionally proud of our health and safety record. For the fifth time in six years, we have won the internationally acclaimed RoSPA Health & Safety Award for the entire healthcare sector which is no mean feat given the size of our business. This is incredibly important as we look after some of the most vulnerable people in society and their safety is paramount.”

“My vision for Barchester is continuous improvement – we have to ensure that we are always learning from the feedback we receive.”

To read the full article, please click on the link below:

https://www.carehomeprofessional.com/interview-ten-years-later-barchester-healthcare-ceo/

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💐🌿 Virtual Visit to the Eden Project 🌎🍃

Residents and patients across our care services had a fantastic time exploring the Eden Project virtually - an educational charity and visitor attraction based in Cornwall, featuring sprawling outdoor gardens and breathtaking biomes that house the largest indoor rainforest in the world.

During the session, everyone had the chance to reconnect with nature through their senses, memories and stories. It was truly a heartwarming experience.

A big thank you to Claire and Tracey from the Eden Project’s Community Team for the wonderful event.

Eden Project Communities

To find out more about our Life Enrichment Programme, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/life-barchester/activities

👏 Staff, residents, families and friends at Field House Care Home in Shropshire have taken part in a charity rounders tournament and also held a coffee morning to raise funds for Lingen Davies Cancer Fund. 👏

Staff and residents at the home got stuck in to help raise funds for this very important cause. Lingen Davies Cancer Fund is celebrating 45 years of providing outstanding cancer care and they are hoping to raise £45,000 in order to mark this special occasion.

At Field House, everyone agreed that this charity was their choice because it has helped each and every person at some point in their lives. Staff and residents also agreed that the charity provides the utmost support during the hardest times.

Paula Wiggan, General Manager, and Caroline Davis, Activity Coordinator, at Field House shared the home’s donation with Karen Roberts, Community and Volunteer Fundraiser.

Jean, Resident Ambassador at the home, said: “Taking part in fundraising for Lingen Davies Cancer Fund has been a huge amount of fun and everyone at the home has been behind us all the way. It is great to have visitors in our home, especially when it raises money for such an important cause and one very close to our hearts here at Field House. We’re very glad to be able to do our bit to raise further awareness and funds for the charity.”

Field House raised a grand total of £400, which has been donated to Lingen Davies Cancer Fund. The home has pledged to raise further funds by dedicating all of their upcoming coffee mornings and charity events to the Lingen Davies Cancer Fund.

To find out more about life at Field House Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/field-house-care-home

🎵 Red Oaks Care Home in Henfield was buzzing with excitement when music royalty, Dave Rowntree from Blur, joined an intergenerational music therapy session hosted by Nordoff and Robbins, the UK’s largest music therapy charity. 🎵

The fantastic team from Nordoff and Robbins are regular visitors to the home and their wonderful intergenerational sessions as part of Henfield Community Partnership are always loved by all the residents and members of the local community, however this one was at another level!

Nordoff and Robbins are hosting the O2 Silver Clef Awards on Friday 5 July where Blur, one of the most iconic and enduring bands of the last three decades, will receive the O2 Silver Clef Award for outstanding contributions to music.

Dave Rowntree commented: “Today has been a truly magical experience, it really is what music is all about – connecting with people and seeing the transformative effect music has on their lives. It was fantastic to see how people’s faces lit up when they were playing and listening to the music. As a professional musician, you’re often quite far removed from seeing the real effect music has, either locked away in a studio or on a huge stage far from the crowd but seeing people’s faces up close has been absolutely wonderful. I hope to do lots more sessions like this, it has been so joyful. Thanks so much to everyone at Red Oaks for having me.”

To find out more about life at Red Oaks Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/red-oaks-care-home

📚 The bookshelves at South Chowdene Care Home in in Low Fell, Gateshead were treated to some new additions last week, following a talk from published local author, Glenda Young. 📚

South Chowdene residents Maureen and Edna went to Birtley Library recently for a talk by Glenda Young - Author, a talented local author. The residents heard about how Glenda got into writing and her early books about ‘Corrie’. Glenda talked about growing up in Ryhope and the mining background which gave her the inspiration for her books. Her latest book however is set further afield and is about the Toffee Factory in Chester le Street and the story also uses the Belgian area ‘Elisabethville’ during WW2 in Birtley. The book is named ‘The Toffee Factory Girls’.

Edna is an avid reader and it is a dream come true to actually meet an author in person. She very much enjoyed the local history angle in Glenda’s talk, so much so that she now has five Glenda Young books to read so it is fair to say that Glenda has got a new fan!

Julie Baron, General Manager at the home, remarked: “Our residents all love to read and to discuss their favourite books, so to have a talk from a published, local author who has written about topics that are so close to their hearts and is part of the fabric of their memories, was such a great experience.”

To find out more about life at South Chowdene Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/south-chowdene-care-home

💃 Florence, a resident at Epsom Beaumont Care Home, used to dance for Italia Conti in London. 💃

Founded in 1911, Italia Conti is one of the leading Performing Arts institutions in the country. Recently, Florence had the amazing opportunity to go back to the Italia Conti and relive her dancing days.

Florence is now 98 years old. She danced at the Italia Conti from the age of 8 until 15 years old. During her time there, Florence was selected by a film company to dance in the film ‘The Land Without Music’. She learnt ballet and even had the opportunity to perform for the founder, Miss Italia Conti herself. Unfortunately, aged 15, Florence was evacuated because of the war, but she always kept her passion for dancing throughout her life, and still dances now.

On arrival, Florence was greeted by Principal and CEO, Hayley Newton-Jarvis. Hayley was very interested to meet Florence and learn about her past, she was amazed to learn that Florence had the privilege to meet Miss Italia Conti and perform for her 90 years ago. Florence and Louisa, Activity Coordinator at the home, were then invited to watch a ballet class with the students at the Italia Conti.

Florence said: “It was so lovely to be able to observe the ballet class, the girls danced beautifully! I was very impressed. I am so grateful to have had this amazing opportunity to visit the Italia Conti again, and revisit my past and love of dancing”

To find out more about life at Epsom Beaumont Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/epsom-beaumont-care-home

🎉 Staff and residents at Bushey House Beaumont Care Home were delighted to welcome Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden CBE and Councillor Paul Morris OBE for a visit to the home. 🎉

Oliver and Paul met with residents and team members at the beautiful Hertfordshire home with its impressive landscaped gardens.

Oliver Dowden spoke to the residents about being a local boy and told them he went to school in the area. As the former MP and Conservative parliamentary candidate for Hertsmere, he has huge interest in the local area. He outlined current conservative policies on key topics such as green belt and the economy and then Oliver and Paul took questions from residents. One of the residents gave the Deputy PM a bit of a grilling regarding how many new homes have been built in this area during his term.

Deputy Prime Minister, Oliver Dowden, commented: “It was really important for me to visit Bushey House Beaumont to see first-hand the amazing work the staff here do. It also gave me a very timely opportunity during Carers’ Week to thank the team for all that they do. I very much enjoyed meeting and chatting to all the residents, everyone gave me such a warm welcome, although it did remind me of a recent interview with Fiona Bruce at times!”

Mary Jane Bague, General Manager at the home, said: “It was wonderful to meet Oliver and Councillor Morris and to introduce them to our fantastic team and our fabulous residents, everyone very much enjoyed chatting to them and showing off our beautiful home.”

To find out more about life at Bushey House Beaumont Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, please visit their website: https://www.barchester.com/home/bushey-house-beaumont-care-home

🏁🏁 Tour de Barchester 2024 – Day 4 🏁🏁

On the final day of the tour, Simon McCall, Commercial Director, and Shona Conway, Project Co-ordinator, were accompanied by local community members, suppliers and Barchester colleagues as they visited Hunters, White Lodge and Waterside Court care homes.

They cyclists arrived at Hunters Care Centre - Barchester Healthcare, where they were greeted with cheer, bubbles and wonderful balloon arch. The home had arranged a whole host of entertaining activities for all to enjoy and donated a whopping £500 to Barchester's Charitable Foundation.

Next, the cyclists made their second stop of the day at White Lodge Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where they received an amazing welcome. The home’s team had prepared a fruit platter in the shape of a bike and fantastic beige buffet for the cyclists to enjoy and fuel up on. To make the occasion even more special, awards were given out for Employee of the Month and Longest Service of 20 years.

Finally, after a very long ride, the cyclists triumphantly crossed the finish line at Waterside Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where they were greeted with confetti and a fabulous spread. They were also awarded with medals for their brilliant performance and contributions to the Foundation.

Throughout the day, the cyclists were also joined by Lee from Salesforce and Dan from Carterwood.

Huge congratulations to the cyclists for their remarkable achievement of covering circa 200 miles from Johnstown, Carmarthen to Wallingford, Oxfordshire! 🥇

A big thank you to all the teams and sponsors involved in making the tour such a resounding success! 👏

If you would wish to support the cyclists and Barchester's Charitable Foundation, please donate here: https://justgiving.com/page/tourdebarchester24

All contributions will be gratefully received.

🚲 Tour de Barchester 2024 – Day 3 🚲

Throughout the third day of the tour, the core cyclists Simon McCall, Commercial Director, and Shona Conway, Project Co-ordinator, were joined by local community members and Barchester colleagues as they visited Elgar Court, Ashchurch View, Badgeworth Court and Moreton Hill care homes.

Today’s tour started at Elgar Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where Sarah Cadwallader, General Manager, had arranged for the Malvern College Cadets to greet the cyclists. There was a wonderful turnout at the home, where the talented hospitality team prepared delicious treats for all to enjoy.

Next on the route was Ashchurch View Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where the cyclists were warmly welcomed with a lovely flower display. Members of Barchester's Charitable Foundation also attended the event to accept a cheque in support of the charity.

The cyclists then arrived at Badgeworth Court Care Centre - Barchester Healthcare, where they were welcomed with a live band and joined by the ladies from the All for Art Group. The home did a fantastic job promoting and fundraising for the Foundation.

The final stop of the day was at Moreton Hill Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, Barchester’s first care home, where residents and team members eagerly awaited the cyclists at the top of the steep hill. The day concluded with some fantastic celebrations and dancing.

Another successful day, a big thank you to all involved. And huge well done to all cyclists! 👏

If you would wish to support the cyclists and Barchester's Charitable Foundation, please donate here: https://justgiving.com/page/tourdebarchester24

All contributions will be gratefully received.

🚲 Tour de Barchester 2024 – Day 2 🚲

On the second day of the tour, Simon McCall, Commercial Director, and Shona Conway, Project Co-ordinator, along with community members and colleagues, visited Bryn Ivor Lodge, Ross Court and Tewkesbury Fields care homes.

The day started bright and early at Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where the cyclists were warmly welcomed by residents, team members, local mayors and councillors. The adorable children from Marshfield Monkeys Nursery made special flags to welcome the cyclists upon arrival.

The tour continued to Ross Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where, after a long-awaited arrival, the cyclists were greeted and cheered on by staff, residents and the local police. The home hosted a fantastic garden party for all to enjoy, which featured live music, refreshing drinks and delicious treats.

The final stop on today’s route was Tewkesbury Fields Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, where the cyclists were greeted with a red carpet and a lovely singer to keep everyone well entertained. Jack, the home’s Resident Ambassador was thrilled to meet the cyclists and present them with special medals.

Day 2 of the tour was a big success. A big thank you and well done to all involved. What a great second day it’s been! 👏

If you would wish to support the cyclists and Barchester's Charitable Foundation, please donate here: https://justgiving.com/page/tourdebarchester24

All contributions will be gratefully received.