B&M Care

Paint brushes, bright colours, music in the background, and plenty of imagination… our latest Arts & Crafts sessions have been full of creativity, laughter, and wonderful teamwork at Montrose. 🎨

This week our residents continued working on their modern abstract art project, experimenting with different colours, patterns, and techniques to create something truly unique. It’s been lovely watching everyone add their own touch to the canvas and seeing the confidence grow with every session.

A special mention to our newer residents Frances, Stuart, and Brenda, who joined in beautifully and quickly got into the creative spirit. From careful painting to bold splashes of colour, everyone brought something special to the project.

Montrose:
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Audrey and Pamela from Taras Retreat enjoyed a truly special afternoon out in the community, continuing a tradition that means so much to everyone involved.

Our wonderful Knit & Natter group have spent months carefully crafting knitted squares, each one made with time, care, and purpose. These were lovingly brought together by our fantastic volunteer Mandy into beautiful blankets, which we were so proud to donate for the second year running to at The Quadrant.

The welcome from Denise and her team was as warm as ever, and after handing over the blankets, it was time for a well-earned cup of tea, a few chocolates, and plenty of smiles ☕🍫

Of course, no trip would be complete without a little browse… or three! From charity shop treasures to a quick peek in the jewellers, the afternoon ended in style with Pamela dazzling in her new hat and sequinned jacket, and Audrey picking out some lovely blouses.

Something made with love is now helping others in the community ✨

Taras Retreat:
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Fresh country air, beautiful views, and gentle moments spent with some very special retired horses… sometimes the quietest afternoons leave the biggest impression. 🐴

Our residents loved meeting the horses up close and hearing all about their stories and personalities. You could see the joy and calm in every interaction, with smiles appearing the moment the horses wandered over to say hello.

Surrounded by rolling countryside and blue skies, it was the perfect chance to slow down, take everything in, and enjoy nature together. Watching friendships blossom, both with the animals and one another, made the afternoon even more meaningful.

Ryeview Manor:
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There’s something so special about afternoons spent together in the sunshine, sharing laughs, stories, and of course a sweet treat or two. 🍦☀️

Our residents enjoyed a lovely ice cream social in the garden, surrounded by friendly faces, warm weather, and the kindest care team cheering everyone on.

From chocolate cones to big smiles, it was one of those simple moments that brought so much happiness.

Greenhill:
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📣🏆 The Person Centred Moment Category at our Golden Rose Awards recognises a member of staff who has made a special effort to create a moment which celebrates the uniqueness of the people in our care. The finalists this year are:

🌹 Jithu Kannathusserry, Osbourne Court - This finalist transformed one resident’s life by rebuilding his confidence to go outside after years indoors. Through patience and advocacy, he supported mobility and independence, making everyday outings possible again.

🌹 Lisa Clements, Milford Lodge - Always bringing energy, kindness and deep understanding to every shift, she helps residents reconnect with meaningful activities. Her approach lifts spirits and creates moments that enhance daily life for those she supports.

🌹 Engagement Team, St Lukes - This team created a powerful moment by reconnecting a former pilot with his past. A surprise visit sparked memories, conversation and joy, honouring an important part of his life and creating a deeply meaningful experience.

Our flower arranging afternoon brought everyone together for a relaxing and creative session filled with colour, conversation, and smiles all around at Dalton Lodge.

Residents carefully picked their favourite flowers and created stunning arrangements, each one as unique as the person making it 🌷

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in and helped make the afternoon so special! The room was full of joy, creativity, and plenty of proud smiles by the end 🌼

Dalton Lodge:
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With the warmer weather finally here, our residents have been making the most of the sunshine with gentle walks through the gardens, taking time to notice all the little signs of spring appearing around us.

This week we discovered blooming lilac, fragrant rosemary, delicate forget-me-nots… and even a few friendly ladybirds along the way 🐞

After our walks, everyone gathered in the cosy comfort of Rosa’s Cottage for tea, biscuits, and plenty of conversation. Sharing stories, admiring flowers picked from the garden, and simply enjoying each other’s company made for such a lovely afternoon.

St Matthews:
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Our residents enjoyed a truly lovely trip to Lindengate, where they explored the charity’s beautiful six-acre gardens, planted sunflower seeds to bring back home, and spent meaningful time together surrounded by nature 🌻

From wandering through the peaceful pathways and admiring the colorful flowers, to tasting freshly picked green beans kindly shared with us during the visit, every moment felt special.

Bury Lodge:
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Looks can be deceiving… and this one had us all fooled! 🎯

Our plate-and-ball challenge looked simple at first, guide the ball through the hole and land it perfectly into the cup… easy, right?

Not quite! What started as a “this will be quick” game soon turned into a room full of laughter, focus, and a few happy tears as everyone gave it their best shot.

Near misses, surprise wins, and lots of cheering each other on it quickly became a proper carnival moment right here at home

The Lodge:
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