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We have begun the process in Warminster, Wiltshire, and will post updates on our progress here. Exciting times! It will

All our homes are getting involved in this fund raising event. Any member of staff or resident can raise money

Our primary aim is to keep our residents happy and healthy, and visits from family and friends are a very

All of us at Angelcare and MNS Care would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Royal Family on

We are almost ready to go at our latest purpose built care home in Suffolk. Cavell Manor Care Home in

WORKERS at a Swindon care home spoke of their relief after nearly 50 residents received their first doses of Covid-19

At Angel/MNS Care we are proud of all our teams, and Mabbs Hall has recently been recognised as providing outstanding

Just another way to chill out at Birchy Hill, by travelling back in time with reading, writing, and reminiscing while

We celebrate you, not because it’s courteous, but because we sincerely wish to see you smile on your special day.

Birthday celebrations provide an opportunity to honour our residents and let them know they are appreciated and valued. We want

It is the first time the Queen has celebrated her official birthday at Windsor Castle. As the traditional Trooping the

Residents at Birchy Hill dodged the rain and enjoyed an Indian themed day with entertainment by a group of staff

Ella Fitzgerald  said: “The only thing better than singing is more singing.” And this is what we do at Birchy

Let there be cheese and wine … or cake and wine … or banana and chocolate … or …… We

For Jane Austen there was “no enjoyment like reading”, and the English writer Joseph Addison said that “reading is to

At Birchy Hill we proudly honoured WWII veteran Group Capt. J.R. TANNER on the 75th VE Day celebrations. We’d dearly

As Birchy Hill’s beautiful grounds allow us social distancing, and the summer days are here, the residents had a delightful

Activation of the senses such as smell, vision, and touch helps our residents at Birchy Hill recall positive memories and

Whether they are playing ball games or scrabble, having a relaxing time reading or browsing a magazine, watering the garden

Barratt London has donated a tablet to Sai Ram Villa Care Home on Headstone Drive, Harrow, to help residents stay

Residents and staff were treated to uplifting tunes when Ukulele Piddle visited our home. He had to stay in the

Keeping our residents happy and safe, enjoying the beautiful weather in the sensory garden, and then a cheese and wine

Eleven year old Harry, took it upon himself to make bunting for each of our residents, in order to brighten

Pictured here, and very pleased to be celebrating VE Day at Birchy Hill is Thomas. Thomas has made a miraculous

Staff staying safe, but raising a smile with our residents.

Cheltenham Hackspace is a member run community workspace, which provides space and tools for their membership to work on their

Dress up Friday for staff at Orchid

Here at Birchy Hill we agree with Martha Graham who said: “nobody cares if you can’t dance well. Just get

Winding down at the end of the day for residents, here are our lovely night staff settling them for the

Staff received a well deserved boost this week when a kind soul delivered gifts for them all. They each received

Dancing at Birchy Hill to keep residents active and happy.

Birchy Hill staff going about their daily tasks, looking after our lovely residents.

Staff at Orchid Care Home were delighted to receive this musical tribute recorded amid the Thursday ‘Clap for Our Carers’

Our residents and staff at Sairam Villa were very pleased and surprised recently to receive letters and pictures from a

We are living in extraordinary times, very few of us have ever experienced anything like this virus and the effect

Coronavirus didn’t stop the delivery of chocolate eggs to the residents of Orchid Care Home. Residents and staff alike were

The Health Secretary recently called for volunteers to help out with the current crisis for a very wide range of

Covid-19 is impacting the daily lives of everyone at present, and will continue to do so for some time yet.

We all enjoy a good celebration. At Sairam Villa we love our colourful celebrations and our life.

A little furry friend comes to visit residents and team members at Sairam Villa Care Home in Harrow

HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL AT BIRCHY HILL

The staff and management at Birchy Hill would like to wish one and all a Happy Christmas and a Happy

CHRISTMAS DINNER AT BIRCHY HILL

With or without their families, our residents enjoyed a lovely Christmas Dinner, with Turkey and all the trimmings and not

HAPPY FAMILIES ON CHRISTMAS DAY AT BIRCHY HILL

Many residents were visited by their families on Christmas Day. And I am sure, Father Christmas had them all on

FATHER CHRISTMAS ARRIVES AT BIRCHY HILL

Waiting for Father Christmas had an end, when all our residents at Birchy Hill received a lovely gift from Father

THANK YOU ST LUKE’S FROM ALL OF US AT BIRCHY HILL

Tony Devereux , as well as some other ladies and gentlemen from St Luke’s Church in Sway regularly visit Birchy

OUR VERY LAST PERFORMANCE FOR 2019 AT BICHY HILL..

…. Was from Nigel Revell We kept him to the last day of our performances for this December, this os

CHRISTMAS SING A LONG AT BIRCHY HILL..

….. with Mike Sidaway In our last week of our Christmas Extravaganza, Mike Sidaway entertained our residents. After performing some

Father Christmas visits Orchid Care home in Swindon

Father Christmas has visited Orchid Care Home in Swindon. As a result, he spread cheer and merriment as he went.

IMPRESSIONS..

..From this year’s Residents’ Christmas Party Happy faces everywhere. Everybody enjoyed the lovely buffet, everyone had a nice drink whilst

CALM BEFORE THE STORM

All preparations were being done, and the last finishing touches were carried out. The food and drinks are ready, and

BUFFET RUN..

..Last but not least the buffet was arranged and the ‘big run’ began. Luckily Sam, our Head Chef and the

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE

The photographs speaks for themselves, as they show more happy people enjoying themselves.

ENTERTAINMENT…

..By Retro Rita and ‘Sing for Fun’ For this year’s Christmas Party, Retro Rita performed her ‘Christmas Crackers’ and our

FESTIVE VITALITY CARE

As it was the last session for this year, everybody had lots of fun exercising, whilst dressed up with some

PANTO TIME AT BIRCHY HILL

We joined “Carousel Theatre” from London for an afternoon of fun, music and some good old fashioned ‘He’s behind you!’,

CHRISTMAS SHOW AND APPLE PUNCH

The Christmas Show continued, along with lots of Apple Punch to drink. The party was in full swing.

RE-UNITED CHRISTMAS SHOW

From ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’ to ‘Rocking around the Christmas Tree’- Re-United entertained our residents with their wonderful Christmas

PETS VISITING

Newlands Care Home had little visitors. How would you like to come this close to a snail? – I know

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 2019

On Saturday, Birchy Hill held their annual Christmas Bazaar. There were lovely decorated Christmas cakes, Chocolate Reindeers, Sweets Sleighs, Homemade

WELCOME BACK ‘SING FOR FUN’

The Ladies Choir ‘Sing for Fun’ offered to sing for and with our residents once a month and we happily

LEST WE FORGET

For many days Birchy Hill has spent preparing themselves for Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day. We put Poppies and flags

REMEMBER, REMEMBER….

..The 5th of November’ Yes, we did remember, but not with a big bonfire or a spectacular firework, but with

A PENNY FOR THE GUY

Birchy Hill picked up an old tradition that their residents remember from their childhood – ‘A Penny for the Guy’.

ARTIST AT WORK

Peter was enjoying Aqua Paint. The pictures he ‘created’ were lovely. He was very proud being able to have these

LYMINGTON TOWN BAND

This year’s Christmas Spectacular started on Saturday with a performance by the Lymington Town Band. A very big audience listened

WHO NEEDS A GYM?

The Residents at Birchy Hill have their own way to stay physically fit. Shelley from “Vitality Care” helps them with

CONGRATULATIONS

Jabin James, Care Coordinator, celebrated 10 years working at Birchy Hill. He is a trained nurse in his country and

DANCEMANIA IN POPLARS

The Residents at Birchy Hill enjoyed music from the 60s and 70s and they could not sit still when the

CHARITY PYJAMA DAY

Here at Orchid Care Home, we held a Charity Pyjama Day Here are a selection of our Team all dressed

HIGH FLYERS COMING THROUGH FROM ORCHID

Our Team here at Orchid Care Home have been recognised by Colleagues, Residents and Relatives for their hard work, support

MARRIED FOR 44 YEARS

On Saturday, 16th November 2019, Albert and Jennifer celebrated their 44th Wedding Anniversary together with family and friends. Albert was

CHILDREN IN NEED 2019

Charity Party Mike Sidaway entertained our Residents and guests with his lovely voice on a musical trip through time.  Our

HAPPY HOUR – LADIE’S CLUB

Our Ladies and also some Gentlemen were thrilled by the “Happy Hour Ladies’ Club”. There were lots of ‘tipples’, cheese,

DECORATION…

…The decoration looks lovely at Newlands. Just look at this gorgeous wallpaper Also their gallery has a few other new

HAPPY 105th BIRTHDAY

One of our long term Residents turned 105 in October The home and her family decided to throw here a

HARVEST FESTIVAL

Colin (Activity Assistant) from Orchid Care Home, made this wonderful bread to go along with the Residents Harvest display. This

FLOWER ARRANGING

One Friday Morning on Rose Unit at Orchid Care Home, the ladies choose to do some flower arranging with the

IMPRESSIONS…….

From a wonderful Halloween Party in Birchy Hill. The Residents and guests alike enjoyed this lovely afternoon.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Birchy Hill’s Residents, Friends and Families celebrated Halloween with spooky music by the singer duo ‘Reunited’, and they enjoyed having

LITTLE BOLLYWOOD DANCER…

A Big Applause went to this brave little girl showing confidently her solo dance.

BOLLYWOOD IN SWAY

The Residents at Birchy Hill had so much fun watching 8 young girls from “Indian Heritage” to perform their dance

FIT AND FUN

Residents loved Vitality Care’s fun filled time of exercises, ball games and dance. Shelley’s engaging music kept everybody awake and

RECORDER TUNES IN BIRCHY HILL

Last Monday we welcomed Sway’s Recorder Choir for an afternoon of music.  Our Residents and some Family members enjoyed their

HARVEST CELEBRATIONS

At Birchy Hull we had a week were we welcomed September with an early Harvest Festival celebrated in the Church

MUSIC AND CARD TRICKS

The week started with some musical entertainment by the ‘MAC Trio’. The Accordion tunes were the highlight for our Residents.

NATIONAL BAKING WEEK CONTINUES…

…. National Baking Week – Part 2 The third day of our baking week was dominated by biscuits. We made

NATIONAL BAKING WEEK

And Birchy Hill celebrates “National Baking Week” in style There was one baking activity on every four days this week.

FIRST PREPARATIONS FOR “HALLOWEEN”

This week we had a craft session with the motto ‘Halloween Decorations’. Our Residents decided to decorate small paper pumpkins

A VERY MUSICAL BREAKFAST CLUB ….

What is better to start a new week than having fun and laughter with loud music that you can join

PIANO TUNES …..

…… And a Saturday High Tea Many of our Residents and guests enjoyed Alastair Hume’s piano tunes to our monthly

SING FOR FUN

This is the title of a wonderful lively Ladies’ Choir from Brockenhurst. They love to meet and sing, just for

CONGRATULATIONS

The celebrations at Birchy Hill continued the whole day for Mary and her Husband I would like to say on

CONGRATULAIONS…

..And celebrations Mary and her Husband Hedley celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary at Birchy Hill. The Residents and the Staff

FAREWELL, GOODBYE….

We sadly had to say goodbye to a lovely young lady student who observed for 2 weeks of all the

HIGH FLYER AWARDS – SEPTEMBER 2019

For September two colleagues were awarded the company’s ‘Golden Wing’: Jeannie Wells – “Trainings Facilitator” received the Highflyer Award for

NATIONAL POETRY DAY

To celebrate “National Poetry Day” the Birchy Hill Residents were reading poems to each other. They also listened to a

LET’S DO THE HOKEY POKEY…

… that‘s what it’s all about! Residents, Relatives and the Staff were all hooked to Shelley’s engaging exercises and games.

HIGH TEA AND PIANO MUSIC

Residents and their friends and families spent their Saturday afternoon enjoying a yummy High Tea, prepared by our Head Chef

LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES – THE AUDIENCE

Birchy Hill’s Residents were singing, whistling, clapping hands, or tapping their feet. Simon had a wonderful audience, who loved his

LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES – THE SINGER

Simon Gross Productions brought us back to the Movies. We listened to Musical tunes from ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘The

GOODBYE DOCTOR HELEN

Dr Helen Neuenschwander, one of the GPs visiting our Residents on a regular basis, is leaving Sway surgery to start

BIRTHDAY GIRL BETTY ..

As you can see, Betty thoroughly enjoyed celebrating her Birthday with her Family and Friends. She had a lovely afternoon

NEW TO BIRCH HILL..

Residents and Relatives alike were more than happy when they saw the new addition to our existing garden benches. Next

FISH ‘n’ CHIP SUPPER…..

……with the Families Residents, Families and Friends all came together for a lovely Fish and Chip Supper on Friday. There

AWARDS GIVEN IN BIRCHY HILL…

Highflyers and a new Dignity Champion Birchy Hill has two new Highflyers. The award for July went to Dana Gotia,

GENERAL STAFF MEETING

A very big ‘Thank you’ goes to our Manager “Mark”, who arranged our General Staff Meeting in the Sensory Garden.

NOT JUST FOR THE SCOTTISH..

The 2019 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo celebrated the “Kaleidoscope” which featured a colourful talent from around the world on the

AN AFTERNOON OF BALLROOM DANCE

Residents and their Families could not sit still when they listened to the “Foxtrot, Waltz and the Tango Rhythms” It

NATIONAL BURGER DAY..

On Thursday 22nd August 2019, Birchy Hill celebrated “National Burger Day”. For some Residents it was a completely new meal

ACTIVITIES IN BIRCHY HILL

Some of our Residents still enjoy their weekly Arts and Crafts sessions. Here you can see 2 Gentlemen in Cedars

6 NEW LADIES ARRIVE AT BIRCHY HILL

Please welcome our “6 New Chicken Ladies” who recently moved into their lovely chicken house in the bottom of Birchy

AFTERNOON TEA WEEK…

Sometimes the wait for dinner is far too long, and when lunch has passed by too many hours ago, and

LET THE WIND BLOW……..

Let the wind blow the washing! A new project for all units at Birchy Hill, this was to create stimulating

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT WITH NIGEL REVILL

The ladies loved Nigel, and the gentlemen loved his music! Nigel Revill’s voice was accompanied by his guitar tunes and

SOCIAL CLUB IN ASHLEY

Once a month, the Birchy Hill’s Residents are joining a Social Cub in New Milton-Ashley. This time they were not

KARAOKE

The Resident’s at Birchy Hill were nicely entertained with an afternoon Karaoke singing session. Some singers even remembered the lyrics

THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY -CONTINUES….

A few ladies enjoying the afternoon

THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY -CONTINUES….

Here is the Managing Director Sandip, looks like it was raffle time, congratulations to the lucky winners

THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY -CONTINUES….

Look at the delightful food produced for this excellent occasion

THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Sai Ram Villa on their 3rd Anniversary Sai Ram Villa celebrated in style on the 3rd August 2019

OUTSTANDING

CONGRATULATIONS to Helen and her Team at Windy Ridge for reaching an “OUTSTANDING” with CQC Congratulations from all at MNS

OUR TRIP TO THE TEMPLE

The Residents of Sairam Villa are enjoying their blissful time away at our local “Hindu Temple”

CONGRATULATIONS…..

New Minibus Drivers Congratulations go to “Dana Gotia” and “Jabin James”, who passed their MiDAS training and are now allowed

IMPRESSIONS FROM BIRCHY HILL………..

Young and old enjoyed the afternoon, playing a game, having a snack or a nice little drink, or buying gifts,

OUR HELPING HANDS

A very big Thank you goes to everyone who made the Summer Fete such a wonderful success, to the Staff

SUMMER FETE 2019

Birchy Hill’s Summer Fete 2019 Everybody was invited to join us for this year’s Summer Fete. Therefore, young and old

PIANO TUNES PLAYED IN THE GARDEN

On a warm summer evening Birchy Hill invited “Alan Poulton” to play the piano for our Residents. He interacted perfectly

ANOTHER BOAT TRIP…

Another Boat Trip The Residents from Birchy Hill enjoyed another Boat trip on the “Alison MacGregor”. This time we could

WORK EXPERIENCE AT BIRCHY HILL

Three young students from New Milton and Ringwood joined us in July to get some “work experience” in a care

REDECORATION CONTINUES……..

Here is another view of the room now turned into a garden

REDECORATION…….

We have decorated one of the rooms and made it into an inside garden. We are really pleased with it

CELEBRATING THE ROLE OF ART IN CARE

‘’Care Home Open Day is now in its 7th year. This year’s theme was celebrating the role of “Arts in

THE LAND GIRLS CAME TO ENTERTAIN US ……..

The party got started when “The Land Girls” arrived. Their musical know-how was a gem for the audience. All our

RESIDENT’S BBQ

Our Chef “Samantha” and her Team spoiled us with a wonderful BBQ, with a salad buffet and a big choice

HAPPY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Happy 49th Wedding Anniversary to Wendy and Clifford from all of us at Birchy Hill! The couple were quite surprised

SHIP AHOY

One of our Residents’ most beloved activities are the Boat trips in the summer months. We boarded the “Alison MacGregor”

THE EARLY BIRD MAY CATCH THE WORM…….

Our Residents enjoyed this week’s lovely weather with some gardening activities. No surprise, that they loved a nice bowl of

SING – A – LONG….

……….. With The Jingle Ladies ‘You are my Sunshine’, ‘It’s a long way to Tipperary’ and ‘The White Cliffs of

BIRCHY HILL GOT TALENT

Recently we could witness the many talents that our Indian staff’s children have to offer. Age was not a problem.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY……

Even Managers celebrate birthdays, too. Happy Birthday, Mark Many Happy Returns from everybody at Birchy Hill

GAME, SET AND MATCH

A small group of Residents trained their Tennis skills and prepared for the big match in July. As a special

THE WHEELS ON THE BUS GO ROUND AND ROUND

All the Residents like the weekly bus trips and rides and they have lots to talk about when back at

PATIO – SET FOR AN OUTSIDE GIRL

Patricia one of our Residents was given a lovely present by her Husband Peter. He donated a very nice Patio-Set

CHINESE RIBBON DANCE

Who says ‘You have to sit to be fit’? Our active ladies in Birchy Hill performed a delightful Chinese Ribbon

OUR THIRD CELEBRATION

Why not come to see us and join in our “Three Year Celebration” We are having a Vegetarian BBQ, An

BIRD FEEDERS IN THE MAKING

The Residents of Orchid were happy making bird feeders

MILK SHAKE OR ICE-CREAM ANYONE

The Residents of Orchid, were out in the back garden enjoying milk shakes and ice-creams in the lovely sunshine of

SPIDER PATERSON THE CAT

Lyndsey the Home Manager of Newlands brought her cat into work today for pet therapy:) His name is spider Paterson.

NEWLANDS PANTOMIME CONTINUED….

Newlands continue their Pantomime…

Newlands held a Pantomime

BIRCHY HILL’S HIGHFLYER MAY 2019

Our Congratulations are going to Kamlesh Kaur, Senior Health Care Assistant. She has a kind and caring nature, is always

Once a Month the Birchy Hill Residents are meeting up with the Residents from another Care Home to socialise, listen

RESIDENTS HAVE THEIR SAY….

Every two months the Residents meet at Birchy Hill to say their opinion about activities, express their wishes, or comment

All Gentlemen were invited to celebrate Fathers’ Day in Birchy Hill last Sunday. They received a small gift and card

BIRCHY HILL’S PYJAMARAMA

We teamed up with a local Pre School, the ‘Little Flyers’, to enjoy reading, playing, and singing for young and

D-DAY CELEBRATIONS

To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, Birchy Hill Residents and Staff celebrated with a remembrance tea party. Singing war

FIRE SAFETY FIRST

As every year all employees at Birchy Hill are trained to the highest standard of the MRA by Gary Gregg,

Come along to Sai Ram Villa on Sunday 9th July 2019 and celebrate Father’s Day with your loved one

PHYSICAL EXERCISES AT BIRCHY HILL

Birchy Hill’s Residents love to be active! They enjoy having a fun filled morning with Vitality Care (Photograph), but they

BELLY DANCERS COME TO BIRCHY HILL

Habibi and the Flowers of the Desert were guests in our Home. They entertained us with their Belly Dance Show

SOCIAL CLUB IN ASHLEY

Once a month the Birchy Hill Residents go off to meet the Residents in a Care Home in Ashley. These

HIGH FLYER FOR APRIL 2019

In April the High Flyer Award was given to the Registered Night Nurse Ghiorghe Stefan, in recognition of his availability

HIGH FLYERS IN MARCH 2019

The High Flyer Award for Mach was given to 2 very valued young ladies: Kate Gilbert – Mental Health Nurse,

BOLLYWOOD AND BEYOND

BOLLYWOOD – SAI RAM VILLA Please click the link above for a short video This was taken at an event

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY

On the 12th May, Florence Nightingale’s Birthday, Nurses are honoured and celebrated all over the world. In Birchy Hill, we

SIT AND BE FIT………………..

Next to our regular Vitality Care group sessions, we now offer a new activity class, called “Sit and be Fit”

SOCIAL CLUB IN ASHLEY

Once a Month our Residents join in with social events in the wider community. Here they visited another Care Home

IF YOU’RE HAPPY AND YOU KNOW IT…………..

Lesley is definitely very happy, and he shows it. Music and a lovely sing along made him laugh so much.

BREAKFAST CLUB

Breakfast Club is one more of our Social Clubs. Residents meet for a (second) breakfast with a lovely fresh brewed

EASTER BONNET PARADE

After hours of decorating the nice bonnets, the best one was selected by a Staff Jury. This year’s first prize

EASTER BUNNY CAME TO BIRCHY HILL

This year the Easter Bunny did not only bring chocolate eggs to the Residents, he also brought a lovely homemade

MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS

Not only Mothers, but all the Ladies at Birchy Hill were celebrated on this Mothering Sunday They all received a

NUTRITION AND HYDRATION WEEK 2019

As every year Birchy Hill took the chance to inform as well as deliver new food and drinks to our

OPEN DAYS AT ORCHID CARE HOME

Orchid Care Home invite you to an Open day – In fact we are having two open days Wednesday 29th

BOLLYWOOD & BEYOND

Friends and Family, please come and join us for our “Bollywood and Beyond” event on Sunday 12th May! Everyone is

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY CELEBRATIONS FROM BIRCHY HILL

Residents celebrated Valentine’s Day with their partners, families and friends. A light buffet with lovely cake and cupcakes was offered

FLOWER ARRANGING

We carried out some flower arranging for “Shabbat” Don’t they look beautiful?

AN AFTERNOON WITH RETRO RITA

Some Residents from Birchy Hill enjoyed a lovely afternoon at Bashley Village Hall where Retro Rita entertained them with songs

AQUAPAINT

At Birchy Hill one all time favourite daily activity is Aquapaint. This is an easy activity, because only water is

PAYING OUR LAST RESPECTS

Birchy Hill’s oldest Resident Maria B. wanted to celebrate her 100th birthday this year in April and to receive a

BAKING AFTERNOONS

At Newlands Care Home, every Wednesday afternoon, we now bake cakes Here is the table set up and already to

CHICKS HATCHED AT ORCHID CARE HOME

Orchid Care Home in Swindon unleashed their early Easter Surprise for their Residents this week. We had 8 eggs delivered

Fun exercises like ‘Balloon Tennis’ or ‘The Parachute Game’ are the all time favourites with our Residents. It is a

HOW SHE COULD PLAY THE UKULELE………………….

Even with it being the darkest day in January , it was full of sunshine with the sound of the

VERY TALENTED STAFF

Our very talented young Members of Staff entertained the Residents and their Guests in between their different dancing acts. They

THE FIRST HIGH FLYER FOR BIRCHY HILL IN 2019

One of our youngest Health Care Assistants “Alxandra Valverde Garayar”showed great progress in her job role. She is very kind,

After a very long break we were very happy to welcome the ‘Dancing Nuns’ back to Birchy Hill. This time

LIFELONG LEARNING

Congratulations goes to Madalina Costita, who passed her Care Certificate in December 2018 Also too  Marco Antraca, who finished his

DIGNI-TEA PARTY

As every year Birchy Hill’s Residents and Staff celebrated Dignity Day. As a lovely tradition we gathered together for a

BRING THE OUTSIDE IN……………….

We do not often have snow in the South, but last week we had enough to make some snow balls.

HAPPY HOUR AT BIRCHY HILL

Gin and Tonic, Baileys and a choice of wines were on offer for our first Happy Hour in 2019. Many

TOOL SHOP FOR STIMULATION

Recently ‘Cyril’s Second Hand and Vintage Tool Shop’ opened in Birchy Hill. You can find it on your way to

NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS……….

Residents and Staff were celebrating the New Year with drinks and nibbles. Everybody was enjoying themselves and welcomed the New

Staff enjoyed their Christmas Day Dinner and Stella posing with Father Christmas.

CHRISTMAS IN PINES UNIT

Christmas impressions from Birchy Hill’s Pines unit: Residents, their Families and their Staff gathered around the festive table to enjoy

Once again Father Christmas and his Apprentice visited Birchy Hill to find out everybody was in the ‘Good Book’ this

One of our Activity Assistants wore different Christmas Clothing accessories all the way through December 2018 Here she sits by

Orchid Care Home Staff dressed up as Elves for “Dress an Elf Day 2018” Here is one of our Nurses

Orchid Care Home Staff dressed up as Pudsey for Children in Need 2018 Here are two of our Nurses and

NEWSLETTER – DECEMBER 2018

We produced our own newsletter for December 2018

CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY 2018 AT SAI RAM VILLA

Sai Ram Villa Staff wore their Christmas Jumpers for the “National Christmas Jumper Day 2018”

BIGGY IS EXCITED

I think Biggy doesn’t want to go home

BIGGY CONTINUES TO MEET AND GREET

Biggy is still getting attention from the Clients of Sai Ram Villa

BIGGY ARRIVES AT SAI RAM VILLA

Sandip Ruparelia brings his Dog “Biggy” in to meet everyone Awwwwwwwwwwwww he is a cutie, I want to adopt him

NEW BANNER FOR BIRCHY HILL

We are proud to be showing our new addition in the front garden! There is a brand new banner for

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS IN BIRCHY HILL DECEMBER 2018

Each unit in Birchy Hill has got their own style of Christmas decorations The Staff and the Residents are decorating

MIHAIL FLIES FOR DECEMBER 2018

Birchy Hill’s High Flyer Award for December goes to the Health Care Assistant “Mihail Gamarra” He made a great improvement

RETRO RITA AND HER CHRISTMS CRACKERS

The last but definitely not least show of our 2018 Christmas Extravaganza was Retro Rita and her Christmas Crackers. She

A BUS TRIP TO THE NORTH POLE………….

We visited Father Christmas and his real Reindeer, but we did not have to go that far! as they resided

… Or better known as MUSK, the “Milton Ukulele Strummers Klub”, who entertained us with their special edition of Christmas

Fee! Fie! Foe! Fum! It was Panto Time with laughter and fun. Professional actors from “London’s Carousel Theatre” showed us

As a highlight for our Christmas Party Santa Claus stopped for a few minutes on his busy trip to say

Our Chef spoiled our Residents and guests with wonderful festive buffet food, as it seemed an endless amount of different

PARTY IMPRESSIONS

The Christmas Party was in full flow, when these photographs were taken. Some listened to Alastair’s Piano music, whilst others

THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM……………….

On the morning of Saturday 15th December 2018, Birchy Hill’s halls were decked for the Annual Residents Christmas Party. The

STAFF AND THIER CHRISTMAS DINNER

Birchy Hill Staff met for a yummy Pre-Christmas Dinner, unfortunately not everybody could join in due to their duties. It

JINGLE BELLS, JINGLE BELLS

Jingle Bells at Birchy Hill The Sway Bell Ringers enchanted Birchy Hill with their lovely tunes. A group of Ladies,

ELEVEN PIPERS PIPING………..OR WAS IT?

We did not have Eleven Pipers Piping, but instead we had recorders being played by a local Recorder Choir. Birchy

IMPRESSIONS BY NIGHT

Birchy Hill shines bright in these cold Christmas nights. There are twinkly lights, snowmen and there is even a reindeer

DRO WHO HAS ARRIVED AT CHERRY TREES

One of the Residents at Cherry Trees Keith by name is a big fan of Doctor Who Keith has all

SONAL IS ALSO A HIGH FLYER

Sonal is also collecting her “High Flyer” Award from Gill Robinson – Operayions Director, accompanied by the Home Manager Azaad

BHAVNABEN IS A HIGH FLYER

Bhavnaben is collecting her “High Flyer” Award from Gill Robinson – Operayions Director, accompanied by the Home Manager Azaad Saumtally

CLINICAL LEAD FLIES HIGH AT BIRCHY HILL

Rodalyn Rodriguez – The Clinical Lead and Deputy Manager at Birchy Hill was honoured with the High Flyer Award for

SHABBAT LIGHTING of CANDLES

This is the “Shabbat Lighting of Candles” with Rabbi Arnold Saunders and the Residents at Newlands Care Home

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AT BIRCHY HILL

On Saturday, 1st December we started our Christmas Extravaganza with a well loved Bazaar. Many stalls offered lovely Christmas gifts,

YOUNG AT WORK

Inspired by some work from the “Ageing and Dementia Research Centre” (Bournemouth University), a few of our Residents enjoyed taking

We finished our first Advent week with Christmas songs and carols performed by the “Lymington Town Band”. The wonderful (and

THE FRIENDSHIP SINGERS

On Friday afternoon all the Birchy Hill’s Residents were very excited to hear the acapella singing of a lovely group

ABOVE HIS HEAD A LITTLE STAR WAS SHINNING BRIGHT

The singer Mike Sidaway started our musical Christmas journey on Thursday 6th December 2018. The stars were already shining, and

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

This week at Newlands we have been celebrating the “Festival of Chanukkah” – This is also known as the “Festival

CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY AT CHERRY TREES

Even the Home Manager – Darren wears his Christmas Jumper for “Christmas Jumper Day 2018”

A local Radio channel supports challenged children in the area at Christmas. We collect Christmas presents on their behalf for

BINGO TIME

A Resident at Newlands hosted a game of Bingo for everyone As they say “Eyes down look in”

OCTOBER 2018 – HIGH FLYER

Registered Nurse flies high Registered Nurse Mary Preethi George, from Birchy Hill Care Home, was awarded the Highflyer Wing for

The Staff at Cherry Trees all decided to dress up for Children in Need – Don’t they look cute in

With their yearly appeal the BBC has now raised over £1bn since it began the annual fundraiser in 1980. It

LEST WE FORGET

Our Residents had the possibility to watch the BBC’s televised programme on both weekend days to mark this year’s Remembrance

FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE – PART 2

On Saturday, the Land Girls entertained us with their wonderful show. They arrived in military uniforms and finished the entertainment

FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE – PART 1

This year is a special year to commemorate the fallen, who lost their lives in their fight for freedom. We

NOT SCARY – BUT NICE……………………….

That was the motto for our Halloween party. Everybody enjoyed the party with Serenity (Jane Parris) and a lovely buffet

RESIDENTS ENJOYING THE BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS

Here are the Residents enjoying the Blackpool Illuminations  

FEEDING THE COWS……

As the Residents recently visited “Hare Krishna Temple” in Watford. We went to feed the cows that are kept near

VISIT TO “HARE KRISHNA TEMPLE”

The Residents recently visited “Hare Krishna Temple” in Watford. The Residents really enjoyed taking part and singing devotional songs and

HINDU CELEBRATIONS COMTINUE AT SAI RAM VILLA

This is the second picture of their activity. We played Garba with them which they really enjoyed taking part it.

HINDU CELEBRATIONS AT SAI RAM VILLA

This is one of the pictures from our “Navratri Programme” with the Residents and the Staff.    

Some of our Residents went to see the Blackpool Illuminations

A SOUND OF MUSIC

Music was clearly noticeable on Friday afternoon at Birchy Hill, as Nigel Revill played his acoustic guitar and performed songs

NEW YORK, NEW YORK………..

Our Residents very much enjoyed an afternoon of seated exercises with Vitality Care. Equipped with bright pink glitter Top Hats,

SEPTEMBER 2018 – HIGH FLYER

Radu Toma received the Highflyer Award for September 2018. He is a very hard working Housekeeper and very thorough in

EN GARDE!

Irene was very happy to see her Son bringing her fencing mask and jacket to reminisce the time when she

CHICKEN RUN…………..

Yvonne caught the cheeky chick when it tried to escape. After some lovely cuddles she brought it back to their

CREATIVITY TIME

It’s craft time at Newlands, creating different things and having a laugh

PARACHUTE FUN….

It’s not what you think, we did not jump out of an aeroplane to have a fun activity, but we

ALPACAS IN BASHLEY

As we couldn’t get any Alpacas into Birchy Hill yet (!!!) We had a little trip to see them in

OH WHAT JOY IT IS TO BEING PART OF A SOCIAL CLUB….

Living in a Care or a Nursing Home doesn’t mean you can’t be part of the wider community any more.

UKULELE……………

Everyone was up and dancing to the sound of the Ukulele

TRIP THE LIGHT FANTASTIC…………..

Newlands Care Home had everyone up and dancing, they were Tripping the Light Fantastically………………… Wouldn’t you agree?

THE FIRST AID TRAINING CONTINUES

As Gary Peake continued Training the Staff at Birchy Hill – He had put them through yet another session

BIRCHY HILL GETS FIRST AID TRAINING

Gary Peake, the Trainer from “Acacia Training” showed the necessary skills that every First Aider needs. The Staff were very

YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE………………….

“You are my Sunshine, My only Sunshine…” This was Mike Sidaway’s last song in our little musical matinee. He performed

AUGUST 2018 – HIGH FLYER

Above and Beyond! Our Senior Health Care Assistant “Marco Monteiro” received a Birchy Hill’s “Highflyer Award” for August 2018. He

LAST BOAT TRIP FOR 2018

We started in May this year with the boat trips on the “Alison MacGregor” and went out every single month

GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

50 Years of Love Pamela and Barry were the Golden Happy Couple. We celebrated with them “50 Years of their

GYM TIME – NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE

All the Residents who joined the seated exercises group with Vitality Care were surprised how much fun they had. This

BIRCHY HILL PIRATES WENT ABOARD THE SHIP……

When we docked the port in New Milton. Birchy Hill Pirates boarded the ship – some call it “Ashley Lodge

SWINGING TEA PARTY…………

Friday afternoon was Party Time at Birchy Hill! This time we invited Graham Bennett to entertain us with “Swing and

BEAR WITH ME………………….

We seized this lovely morning and visited a nearby Garden Centre. Our Residents liked the big display of plants, but

RAIN OR SHINE

There is no weather when we wouldn’t enjoy a nice boat trip with the Alison MacGregor. When our boat left

GUITAR SESSIONS

Guitar Sessions were played at Windy Ridge As the Guitar was played, the dancing commenced

LET’S PARTY

As we had the most wonderful sunny summer we planned our annual Residents’ BBQ Party to be held in Birchy

RAISING MONEY FOR DEMENTIA

The Staff and Friends of Birchy Hill raised a staggering amount of £600 which will be donated to the Alzheimer’s

UNITED WE WALK(ED)

It was a wonderful sunny Saturday morning, when a group of 11 brave people, aged between 0 and 60, left

FIRST HIGH FLYER AT BIRCHY FOR JULY 2018

The first High Flyer Award for July 2018 went to our  Team Leader Cherry bhe Bejer where she was awarded

ABOVE AND BEYOND IN JULY 2018

Our Night Health Care Assistant Alex Costtita received the second Highflyer Award for July 2018. He is hard working, reliable

Our Chef Samantha Nash was preparing so many yummy cakes, cupcakes, scones, and sausage rolls for the Summer fete. The

MUSK played at Birchy Hill’s Annual Summer Fete This year the weather was on our side We enjoyed a wonderful

Staff and Friends of Birchy Hill are hosting a Memory Walk for the Alzheimer’s Society on Saturday 4th August 2018.

Roscia Grigorva, A Health Care Assistant at Birchy Hill was recognised with the Highflyer Award for June 2018 for her

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers could not have done it any better! Our very own dancers loved to show us

A summer inviting you to enjoy all activities outside. The Lovely entertainer “Caryn Morant” agreed to sing in our Sensory

When Mike Sidaway was singing this well-known hit, the Ladies were fascinated. He earned flirty looks, and lots of ‘kisses’

A small group of Birchy Hill’s Residents enjoyed an amazing day out. We went to the Hampshire Reptile Centre and

At Cherry Trees Fun Day they got Darren – The Home Manager “In the Stocks” What a good sport you

Cherry Trees held a Fun Day A nice gathering of Residents enjoying the sunshine

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

After having a lovely picnic and taking some walks through Highcliffe Castle’s grounds The Residents were very keen listening to

HIGHCLIFFE CASTLE – HERE WE COME………

As it is Midsummer and a wonderful sunny day, we decided to visit Highcliffe Castle to have a picnic, take

TOO HOT FOR THE GIRLS………….

Birchy Hill’s cheeky chicks were bored in their own house and garden. So they went for a little trip into

RESIDENTS ENJOYING THE WEATHER

The Residents at Cherry Trees were out enjoying the weather

Windy Ridge celebrated Father’s Day What a good time was had by all

………….. AND THE CELEBRATIONS CONTINUE FOR LADIES DAY

Mabbs Hall continued celebrating Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

MABBS HALL CELEBRATING ROYAL ASCOT DAY………

Mabbs Hall celebrated Ladies Day at Royal Ascot Here is one Lady with a pretty hat – What lovely cakes

PUT YOUR HANDS UP IN THE AIR…..

Our Residents were asked if they would enjoy doing some physical exercises and many of them loved the idea. We

PLEASE WELCOME THE NEW ARRIVAL………………………..

We were all very excited when Mark Yon, our Manager, told us that his household will have a new addition

WELL DONE RODA

You did it, Roda, you did it! Rodalyn Rodriguez, Birchy Hill’s Clinical Lead, took part in the Race for Life

SURPRISE, SUPRISE

Our Residents just enjoyed a lovely looking Black Forest Gateau when all the Gentlemen got surprised with a lovely little

FOOTBALL WORLD CUP 2018

On behalf of everyone in Birchy Hill I would like to send a very big Thank You to Debbie Quick

HYTHE MARINA – HERE WE COME!!

Last Thursday we had another chance to be on board the “Alison MacGregor Motor Vessel”. The Residents enjoyed the trip

WELCOME TO “THE LAND GIRLS”

First off all the Residents in Birchy Hill watched Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday Parade and then Trooping the Colour

CUP CAKE BAKE OFF 2018

Windy Ridge held a Cup Cake Bake Off There were three categories: Best Tasting Best Decorated Not quite nailed it

CONGRATULATIONS JAYA RHANBHAT

Congratulations from all at Angel Care / MNS Care PLC to Jaya Rhanbhat for receiving his British Citizenship on Monday

HIGH FLYER OF MAY 2018

Olga Mota is our latest ‘Highflyer’ Olga Mota, A General Assistant at Birchy Hill, was awarded with the Company’s Highflyer

HIP, HIP, HOORAY, MANAGER

We celebrated Mark Yon’s Anniversary, being our highly valued Manager in Birchy Hill for 6 years on 28th May 2018.

THE COLOURS OF THE RAINBOW………….

… so pretty in the sky … When Jane Parris started to sing Louis Armstrong’s ‘What a wonderful world’ the

MATINEE WITH CARYN MORANT

Friday morning entertainment par excellence delivered by Caryn Morant. Birchy Hill’s Residents and Guests were dancing and clapping their hands

READY FOR THE WEDDING……..

On Saturday Morning there was hustle and bustle in the all the Units. Everybody wanted to be dressed nicely for

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2018

Every year the 12th May is a very special Day in Birchy Hill’s events calendar. It is not only Florence

NURSE’S TEA PARTY

As a token of appreciation Birchy Hill’s Nurses were spoiled with a little Tea Party and a lovely homemade cake

NO PAIN – NO GAIN

Before the Nurses could tuck into the lovely cake on International Nurses’ Day, they had to answer 13 Quiz Questions

WHAT A NICE LADY…………….

Gerald was so fascinated by this nice Lady. He would have liked to be the Bride’s Father, as he said,

A VERY SPECIAL LADY……………..

Claudia Monteiro, a very dedicated Health Care Assistant at Birchy Hill, was awarded the High Flyer Wing for April 2018.

Florence, the Lady with the lamp Florence and her Nurses greatly improved the conditions in the Crimean War and many

A VERY ROYAL WEDDING AT BIRCHY HILL

The build up to the Royal Wedding was a lot of fun for the Residents and the Staff at Birchy

THE WAIT WAS OVER…………..

The wait was finally over, and Prince Harry tied the knot with Meghan Markle. The Residents who watched the fairy-

WEDDING CAKE

After the ceremony in St George’s Chapel our Chef surprised everybody with a lovely Wedding Cake, a naked lemon and

ENTERTAINMENT FROM THE NEW FOREST ACADEMY OF DANCE

The Children from the New Forest Academy of Dance surprised us with some sing alongs All Residents could join in.

BALLET INSPIRED BY PETER PAN”

There were 2 ballet groups and 2 prima ballerinas who danced for us like little elves. They highlighted our day

EUAN THE SKIPPER………

For years Euan had his own boat and cruised the Mediterranean Sea. Together with his wife Val and he lived

The guitarist Nigel Revell put on a good show and everyone was in good spirits when they heard his tunes.

OUT AND ABOUT

On a hot and sunny Saturday afternoon the Residents from Pines spent their time in the garden. Here they stopped

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations got to Henrique Mota, Healthcare Assistant, who completed his LEVEL 2 Care Diploma. Well done Henrique – Congratulations from

ROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOAT……………

Fortunately, we didn’t have to row our boat as it was a vessel powered by a diesel engine. Our first

THIS IS A MAN’S WORLD……………………..

Euan does not only enjoy polishing his shoes, no, he enjoys even more polishing the car! After he washed the

SHIP AHOI

Solent Dolphin Boat Trips on the M/V Alison MacGregor. Solent Dolphin was conceived in 1987 by New Forest Rotary Club

HABIBI AND THE FLOWERS OF THE DESERT

Our Residents enjoyed an afternoon being taken into the fairy tales of Thousand and one Nights. Some of our Gentlemen

A big day for our English Residents as they were very proud to celebrate St George’s Day on Monday, 23rd

PEDRO THE DONKEY ARRIVES AT BIRCHY HILL

As part of our animal therapy sessions we invited Pedro the Donkey and his handler Ron from the Animal Sanctuary

How much is that doggie in the window? Last week ‘The Friendship Singers’ entertained our Residents with well-known songs like

Dancing to the Music As for many years we celebrated National Care Home Day in style. The singer Mike Sidaway

NAMASTE CHAMPIONS

Namaste – the End of Life Care Programme, developed by Prof Joyce Simard, was introduced to Birchy Hill 2 years

When little Victoria visited us, she liked to go ‘walkies’ with the St Bernard dog. We all wondered who is

Happy Birthday Maria! Maria celebrated her 99th Birthday and is already looking forward to receiving a telegram sent by the

Going Above and Beyond……………..….her duties, that’s Veronica Reig’s motto when it comes to her job. She is a natural caring

What a beautiful view from inside Neasden Swaminarayan temple

TRIP TO NEASDEN SWAMINARAYAN TEMPLE

Sai Ram Villa Residents on their activities day out

NEASDEN SWAMINARAYAN TEMPLE

On Friday 20th April 2018 -Sai Ram Villa Residents attended an activities day at Neasden Swaminarayan Temple Our Activities Coordinator;

HIGH FLYER AT MABBS HALL

Congratulations to Nicky Bowers at Mabbs Hall for her High Flyer Award Nicky received this for her contribution to training

Birchy Hill is encouraging their visitors to bring in their children to give them the chance to socialise with elderly

EASTER BUNNIES CAME TO BIRCHY HILL

As part of our intergenerational activities we invited students from Bournemouth University to join us for our Easter celebrations. On

GOOD LUCK AND A POT OF GOLD

We enjoyed a lovely Saturday afternoon to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. A Cake decorated with Shamrocks and a Leprechaun’s hat,

HAPPY ST PATRICK’S DAY

As a tribute to our Irish Service users, we hoisted their flag on St Patrick’s Day. Irish Patrick (alias Paddy)

POLISHING MY SHOES………………….

  …has always been one of my favourite chores’ (Eaun Simpson). No problem, Eaun, you can do this whenever you

GLOBAL TEA PARTY IN PEGGY’S CAFE

On Wednesday, 14th March, the Global Tea Party took place wherever Nutrition and Hydration Week was being supported. Birchy Hill’s

NUTRITION AND HYDRATION WEEK 2018

This is a global challenge to create a movement to reinforce, focus, energise, create activity and engagement for nutrition and

MOTHERING SUNDAY AT BIRCHY HILL

While Joyce was waiting for her Sons to come for Mother’s Day, she helped to surprise all the other Ladies

REMINISCENCE WITH “BABIES”

Eaun enjoyed being a happy Granddad to our lovely dolls. He hugged and cradled them like real babies before he

THE BEAST FROM THE EAST ………………………

………….… transformed Birchy Hill into a Winter Wonderland. As Snow is such a rare occasion in the South, therefore everybody

FEBRUARY’S HIGHFLYER AT BIRCHY HILL

To his big surprise Kevin Moyce, who is the Gardener and part of the Maintenance team, was awarded the ‘Golden

VALENTINES TEA DANCE

Birchy Hill had a lovely High Tea and wonderful music played by Nigel Revill. So that Our Residents could celebrate their

WHERE TO GO IF YOU WANT YOUR HAIR DONE?

The Barbers and Hairdressing Shop in to be found in Cedars Lane The shop is actually open every Tuesday and

PEDRO’S RESIDENCY

If you want to get hold of Pedro then come to Cedars Lane

FANCY SOME SWEETS………………

If so, then come to Pines Unit where you will find the Sweet Shop

QUIET ROOM

As you walk to the Quiet Room the local friendly Cat wants to come in – Who will let him

LOWER CHERRY COURT……

An impression from Lower Cherry Court

NEW DOORS

In Lower Cherry Court the Residents have new doors to their rooms

WELCOME TO LOWER CHERRY COURT

We then arrive in Lower Cherry Court

WHAT DID WE FIND IN UPPER CHERRY COURT?

We found a Telephone Box

WALK THROUGH UPPER CHERRY COURT

As we take a little walk through Upper Cherry Court – What will we see?

ARRIVING IN UPPER CHERRY COURT

  Welcome to Upper Cherry Court  

ON ROUTE TO UPPER CHERRY COURT

On your way as you go to Upper Cherry Court, you will find the Post office and a big red

POLARS LANE……

An impression from Poplars Lane

POPLARS LANE

Welcome to Poplars Lane

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY INNOVATIONS AT BIRCHY HILL

All Units at Birchy Hill have been undergoing refurbishment and Dementia friendly enhancements. Walking through the corridors you get the sense

CHERRY TREES CREATES ERIC DRAVEN – THE CARE CROW

Following the feisty crow that keeps attacking the windscreen wipers on cars on the car park at Cherry Tree. Their

AN ARTICLE FROM “SWINDON LINK MAGAZINE” – NOVEMBER 2017

As part of an exciting new venture, The Orchid Care Home will be unveiling a brand new dementia suite next

VALENTINES DAY 2018 WAS CELEBRATED AT MABBS HALL

Mabbs Hall celebrated Valentines Day Is that a cheeky glass of wine I see?

WHO DO YOU THINK WILL WIN?

Orchid care Home had their own Pancake Race. Here are two residents taking part – Who do you think will

FIRST HIGH FLYER OF 2018

Michael Bandonill, A Night Health Care Assistant, received the award for January 2018. His reserved nature and his flexibility were

AND MORE TEA……..

Orchid’s Deputy Manager and Training Co-ordinator went to tea with the Residents

MORE CUPS OF TEA

A few more Residents and Staff having a cup of tea

CUP OF TEA……………

A few Residents enjoying a cup of tea with the Staff in the newly opened Dementia Suite

REMININSCENE WITH “BUGSY” THE DOG

It was a lovely surprise for many of our Residents. Wendy Hawkes, the Activity Organiser, brought her pet dog ‘Bugsy’

A FEW RESIDENTS ENJOYING LUNCH AND A TIPPLE

A few Residents went out to lunch at a local Pub near us Here they are enjoying their food and

TAKE A BREAK MAGAZINE

Orchid care Home has been featured in the Take a Break Magazine with a two page spread on two of

A GREAT DIGNITY WEEK WAS HAD AT BIRCHY HILL

At this point we would like to say a very big ‘Thank you’ to everyone who helped to make this

“MISS ANNIE” – ENTERTAINED US

Our Digni-Tea Party was in full swing with “Miss Annie’s” wonderful singing. She entertained us in the style of the

DIGNITY CHAMPIONS AT BIRCHY HILL

After the Vicar Chris’ gave his very moving speech, our Manager Mark Yon then assembled “Birchy Hill’s Dignity Champions” to

HAVE YOU GOT TIME FOR DIGNI-TEA?

…we asked our Visitors, Family members, Staff, and Residents, and then  invited them all to our Digni-Tea Party to highlight

GATHERING………….

Gathering around our Dignity Tree in our Sensory Garden after the new plaque was mounted

A NEW PLAQUE FOR OUR “DIGNITY TREE”

Some of you might already know that we have a permanent ‘real’ Dignity -Tree growing in the Sensory Garden outside

TRAINING

Staff as well as Friends of Birchy Hill were invited to enjoy a training session about ‘Dignity’. Different Nationalities, different

DIGNITY WEEK AT BIRCHY HILL

We celebrated Dignity with a full week of events, starting with a Crafts morning, where the Residents and the Staff

THE DIGNITY TREE

A poem by Sheryl Parkman I’m planting my first seed today The seed of dignity In time you’ll see my

WELCOME TO BIRCHY HILL TO JOIN US FOR DIGNITY DAY

The Dignity in Care campaign was launched in November 2006 and aims to put dignity and respect at the heart

NEWLANDS CELEBRATING “CHANUKAH”

Newlands Jewish Care Home recently celebrated Chanukah (The Festival of Lights) with the lighting of candles in a Menorah (Candelabra)

RESIDENT TURNS 105 AT NEWLANDS

Eva Kay celebrated her 105th birthday on 13th January 2018 together with her Family . A party was held in

ENTERTAINMENT AT ORCHID

Another great afternoon of entertainment at Orchid

ITS PANTO TIME

Its Panto Time at Orchid

THE HUNT FOR FATHER CHRISTMAS

Father Christmas was hidden in amongst the trees in our Grotto – but he couldn’t hide for long

CHRISTMAS CAROL SANG IN POLISH

Together we sang to our friends and fellow Residents a Polish Christmas Carol Thank you both

REINDEERS AT ORCHID

We began to fundraise at the beginning of 2017 in the hope we could celebrate Christmas with Reindeers visiting the

BELL RINGERS VISITED ORCHID

The Bell Ringers from Christchurch came to serenade us with Christmas carols

FIND THE ELF………..

Orchid hid the Christmas Elf everyday and the one who found him won a prize

BAGPIPER CAME TO ORCHID

The Bagpiper came to celebrate Christmas again in December 2017 and he was a massive hit with our Scottish Residents

BIRTHDAY BOY

Clive Ashton celebrated his birthday in style. As an addition to the usual celebrations, he enjoyed a musical afternoon in

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT BIRCHY HILL

Every Birthday at Birchy Hill is celebrated with a proper birthday cake (not always with the right number of candles),

MEMORIES………….

“I had one just like this!” was a Resident’s reaction when she saw our new record player. Last year Birchy

ANOTHER HIGH FLYER AT BIRCHY HILL

Golden Wing for Mario Mario Bandonill, Kitchen Assistant at Birchy Hill, was awarded with a certificate by Gill Robinson, our Operations

DECEMBER 2017 HIGH FLYER AT BIRCHY HILL

Very Dedicated to her Job Manju V.Poulose was awarded with the monthly Highflyer Award for December 2017. She is not

WELCOMING THE NEW YEAR IN ………….

Some of our Residents here at Birchy Hill started the New Year with another gathering. They welcomed 2018 with a

“SHOULD OLD ACQUAINTANCE BE FORGOT?..”

New Year’s Eve at Birchy Hill was full of memories and celebrations. Each community of Residents had their own little party

JUST LIKE A BIG FAMILY CHRISTMAS IN CEDARS

Residents and Guests enjoyed their Christmas dinner after having fun with the Christmas crackers, hats and crowns were proudly worn.

CHRISTMAS PRESENTS IN PINES

Getting up early to find your presents under the Christmas tree – many of the Residents in Pines found presents

CHRISTMAS DINNER IN PEGGY’S CAFE

The Residents and the Guests in Poplars enjoyed their Christmas Dinner in the lovely setting of Peggy’s Café. Everybody enjoyed

CHRISTMAS DAY IN UPPER CHERRY TREE COURT

A Peaceful reflection in Upper Cherry Court – Residents and Visitors alike enjoyed their Christmas Dinner and were invited to

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS IN LOWER CHERRY COURT

Christmas was celebrated in each of Birchy Hill’s 5 Residents’ Communities. Ladies and Gentlemen in the Lower Cherry Court are waiting

FATHER CHRISTMAS SENT HIS ELF

This year an Elf brought the Christmas presents to all the Residents at Birchy Hill. They loved their little gifts and

MERRY CHRISTMAS…………

Birchy Hill’s Manager Mark Yon and his little boy Joshua on their round on Christmas Day to wish all the

OUR DOLLS HAVE A NEW BABYSITTER…………..

Living in Birchy Hill only for a few days, Terrie fell in love with our lifelike dolls Aiden and Adina.

CARYN MORANT RETURNED TO BIRCHY HILL

The singer Caryn Morant was already missed by our Residents. As she recently gave birth to a Baby-boy (Louie) just

MUSICAL ADVENT CELEBRATION

Birchy Hill’s Residents enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with entertainment by Caryn Morant. We were spoiled with a potpourri of old

LOTS OF RAFFLE PRIZES TO BE WON

As for all of our “Grand Parties” we had lots of raffle prizes to be won. The prizes are donated

WELCOME TO OUR GRAND RESIDENTS CHRISTMAS PARTY

Everybody looked forward to this big day in our December Calendar- the “Christmas Party” Alastair Hume and his Jazz Trio

FATHER CHRISTMAS AND HIS ELF VISITED

Without warning Father Christmas and one of his Elves suddenly appeared when the party was in full swing. It was

A WONDERFUL ATMOSPHERE

Not only our Residents enjoyed this year’s Christmas Party. Relatives, Friends, and Staff joined in and made it a great

“TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY……………”

What would a Christmas Party be without the wonderful food and drinks? I can’t tell you, because our Chef Sam

“STRIKE THE HARP AND JOIN THE CHORUS……….”

It was Luis playing the piano and Joselito singing until the party came to an end. It was wonderful entertainment

PUDDINGS GALORE………….

At Birchy Hill we had a big choice of puddings and gateaus for the sweet toothed kind. We were served these at

“THE JUMPING FLEAS”

That’s what Ukulele translates literally from the Hawaiian language to describe the rapid motion of the fingers in playing it,

“GOOD BYE MARIE – WE WILL MISS YOU”

For the first time Birchy Hill offered a practical placement for a Student Nurse. Marie Drayton, Student Nurse who is

CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE

To round up our Pre- Christmas celebrations we had the honour to be visited by “Reverend John Pawson and the

“VENITE ADOREMUS IN BETHLEMHEM….”

This was only one of the lovely carols that “Sway Church Choir” was singing with the Residents and their Families.

CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE AT BIRCHY HILL 2017

Friends and Families joined the Residents for the last Church service in 2017. All those present enjoyed the singing, the

“FELIZ NAVIDAD, FELIZ NATAL ………………..”

“Feliz Navidad, Feliz Natal, we wish you a merry Christmas…” Supplied with a special “Music Gen”, our Portuguese and Spanish

STAFF CHRISTMAS GET TOGETHER AT BIRCHY HILL 2017

Our Manager Mark Yon said some nice words to show his Staff at Birchy Hill how much everybody is respected and

NO I DIDN’T ……….. YES YOU DID

Friday was Panto time at Birchy Hill. The Residents, some Friends and Families were thrilled by the performance that the London

WINTER NIGHTS

In December the nights come early and are very dark in the Hampshire country side. But not at Birchy Hill –

SNOWMAN ARRIVES AT BIRCHY HILL

Birchy Hill have a new Resident, although he lives outside in the garden

BROCKENHURST COLLEGE PERFORMS

Young Performers welcome in Birchy Hill Brockenhurst College Performing Arts Group gave us a nice morning singing Christmas Carols and

RETRO RITA

Retro Rita presents her Christmas Crackers Retro Rita engaged her audience with lovely Christmas tunes everybody could remember. She brought

FRIENDSHIP WITH THE COMMUNITY

The Catholic Church in Lymington established their very own choir to sing for the elderly – The Friendship Singers! This

SWAY BELL RINGER’S

Four Ladies from the Sway Bell Ringers visited Birchy Hill to perform in front of our Residents. Everybody enjoyed the

BIRCHY HILL’S CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

Homemade delicacies, Christmas decorations, and gifts were offered. Friends and Families of our Residents loved to buy them. A raffle

SAM’S CHRISTMAS CAKES

Our Chef Samantha Nash had out done herself with this year’s Christmas cakes. They were on offer in our Café,

MAN IN BLACK

Our very own very talented pianist Luis Andrade spoiled the Residents, Guests and the Staff alike with his lovely music.

OH, COME YE FAITHFUL…

35 young voices from Sway Primary School sang like little angels. They were accompanied by their teacher who played the

NOVEMBER HIGH FLYERS

Ana Matos (Health Care Assistant) and Ranjit Kaur (Senior Health Care Assistant) were both awarded with the Golden High Flyer

NEWLANDS NEW DINING ROOM

Newlands has a new dining room

CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA AT BIRCHY HILL

To start our 2017 Christmas Extravaganza the dancers “Light-Hearted” (previously known as “The Dancing Nuns”) pleased their audience with the

FATHER CHRISTMAS – DEBUT DANCE

The Residents enjoyed their afternoon dancing with Father Christmas. The Residents and the Staff joined in and had a wonderful

FATHER CHRISTMAS, HIS REINDEER AND HIS ELVES

On Saturday Morning a few Residents had the chance to see Father Christmas moving into his Grotto at Stewart’s Garden Centre.

LYMINGTON TOWN BAND

As many times before “Lymington Town Band” played Christmas Carols for Residents and their Families in Birchy Hill. Distracted by

ORCHID CARE HOME OPENS ITS DEMENTIA SUITE

On Friday 1st December Orchid will be opening their very own Dementia suite. It will be opened by Dr Simon

ORCHID CARE HOME SUPPORTS CHILDREN IN NEED

Here is a selection of Staff and Residents wearing their onesies / Pyjamas in aid of Children in Need 2017

DEBBIE QUICK’S BIRTHDAY

I would like to thank Dawn and Jackie from Orchid Care Home for my flowers and having a cake with

BIRCHY HILL’S TRIBUTE

To commemorate the fallen and honour the many service men and women who have risked and for those who still

ANOTHER GOLDEN WING AWARD

Golden Wings in Birchy Hill Marco Antraca received October’s Highflyer Award for being a hardworking Senior Health Care Assistant who

ARMISTICE DAY

The Residents and Staff in Birchy Hill gathered together to pay their respects to remember the fallen and to salute

“We will remember them” in Birchy Hill

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years

CORONATION STREET COMES TO CHERRY TREES

The scene voted for the most at Cherry Trees ………… is Coronation Street

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY PARADE

Mabbs Hall Residents joined the Community on Remembrance Sunday in Milden Hall Town and submitted their Wreath

TEA PARTY

Mabbs Hall held a tea party on Friday 10th November. The Residents had a lovely time

2017 UK Dementia congress

Here is Helen – Windy Ridge’s Home Manager having a sneaky glass of wine

2017 UK Dementia congress

Held in Doncaster at the Race course on the 7th 8th and 9th November 2017 Gillian Robinson Operations Director for

REMEMBER, REMEMBER – BIRCHY HILL

Remember, remember……. ….the 5th of November! That’s what Birchy Hill do every year since we were children. Our Residents here at Birchy

THE LAST POST – PLAYED FOR REMBRANCE

A message from Debbie -PA to Gill Robinson I was invited to attend the Service for this years Remembrance. It

FIREWORKS AT ORCHID

Here at Orchid we celebrated Fire work night on Friday 4th November 2017 with a few Fireworks, whilst the Residents

REMEMBRANCE 2017

Orchid’s Residents decorated this mannequin in Poppies for Remembrance Sunday

MacMILLAN COFFEE MORNING AT ORCHID 2017

Orchid joined in and held a MacMillian Coffee Morning in September 2017 They raised around £80 Well done

DID THEY FIND WHAT THEY WERE SEARCHING FOR?

I wonder what they were searching for in this bowl

SPOOKY AFTERNOON

It was a “Spooky afternoon” at Birchy Hill with a “Lady in Red” Last weekend Residents, Families and Friends celebrated Halloween

BEWARE SPIDER ALERT

Are you brave to sit under this spider?

SPOOKY CAFE

Come for a tea or a coffee if you dare

HALLOWEEN DARKENS ORCHID

Table spookily decorated

HALLOWEEN ARRIVES AT ORCHID

Orchid Care Home gets in to the spirit of Halloween 2017. This table in the Café area is a true

ENTERTAINMENT FOR EMILY AND OTHER RESIDENTS

Emilys Granddaughter Carol  kindly paid for entertainment on the day for all the Residents to enjoy and help Emily celebrate

HIGH FLYER AT NEWLANDS

Joanne awarded John Marshall a High Flyer Award for Caring in and above his role Well done John from all

SARAH THE ENTERTAINER

Here is our very own Sarah entertaining the Residents

ARTWORK

The Children even joined in and made a poster

MAIN PRIZE

Here is our Resident (DW) winning the main prize Well done

BBQ FUN DAY – SEPTEMBER 2017

A BBQ Fun day event was held at Cherrytrees Care Home in Salford on the 2nd September. it proved a success with

A HARPIST ENTERTAINS AT NEWLANDS

Newlands Care Home had a visit from a Harpist, they are from the “Booths Charity” it was lovely we all

THE BIG KNIT AT CHERRY TREES

We would like to say a huge thanks to all those that donated their time to the Big Knit. Us at Cherrytrees are very grateful for the kind offering of

OCTOBER TEA PARTY AT BIRCHY HILL

On Friday, 13th October, Birchy Hill’s Residents and some visitors enjoyed an afternoon Tea Party with musical entertainment by Luis Andrade.

SEPTEMBER 2017 HIGHFLYER FOR BIRCHY HILL

Birchy Hill are pleased to award another “Highflyer Award”with the Golden Wing, the Company’s Logo. This time to Joselito Lintag,

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE NORTH

Congratulations go to Hazel – Newlands Administrator, who won Admin of the North yesterday Congratulations to you Hazel on behalf

McMILLAN COFFEE MORNING 2017

Mabbs Hall held a Coffee Morrning in aid of McMillan September 2017 – A good time was had by all

BIRCHY HILL JOINED IN THE MACMILLIAN COFFEE MORNING 2017

“We are Macmillan”…… On Friday 29th September, Birchy Hill hosted a MacMillan Coffee Morning. Staff donated homemade cake, chocolate brownies, and

OWLS AND FALCONS COME TO BIRCHY HILL

Liberty’s Owl and Raptor Centre was visiting Birchy Hill and informed Residents and Staff about the differences in owls, their

SEPTEMBER 2017 – HIGH FLYER

Once again a member of staff was awarded a Highflyer Award for working above and beyond his duties: Luis Andrade

SAM’S WALK 2017

Memory Walk 2017 in Southampton Once again our Chef Samantha Nash walked to fight Dementia organised by the Alzheimer’s Society.

NEWLANDS CANARIES

Newlands had a surprise visitor yesterday in the form of a Canary outside, whilst we were being entertained by one

JINSY POULOSE RECIEVES A “HIGH FLYER AWARD”

Jinsy Poulose – The Clinical Lead Nurse at Mabbs Hall has been awarded the Company “High Flyer Award” for managing

RESIDENTS CELEBRATING SUMMER 2017 AT BIRCHY HILL

The annual Residents’ BBQ was a great success. With the wonderful sunshine, lovely guests, yummy food, and cheerful entertainment by

GO WEST AT BIRCHY HILL

Birchy Hill’s “Cowboys and Cowgirls” welcomed the Country and Western Singer Danny Stone with a loud “Yee Haw” to start

“THE BOYS” PLAYING A FRIENDLY MATCH

On Wednesday night in New Milton at the Recreation Centre: Birchy Hill’s Male Care Staff built two teams to play

HIGH FLYER FOR BIRCHY HILL AUGUST 2017

Once again Birchy Hill awarded the Highflyer Wings to one staff, who went above and beyond their normal duties. Zina

ALL ABOARD

On Sunday Morning a few Residents from Birchy Hill went on a Boat Trip. We boarded the M/V “Alison MacGregor”

WE RAISED A STAGGERING £620

At our Summer Fete, we raised a staggering £620 Well done to everyone and thank you all for your support

ORCHID’S SUMMER FETE – 2017

Orchid had a visiting Choir in to entertain all Staff, Residents and Relatives

TEA PARTY WITH NIGEL REVILL

The other Friday Afternoon it was Party time at Birchy Hill. Many Residents and Relatives were listening to Nigel Revill playing his

LADIES CLUB VISITING THE REPTILE CENTER

Following up reading some interesting stories about reptiles, the ladies decided to have a trip to the New Forest Reptile

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MR and MRS JOSE

Here at Orchid we celebrated with Mr and Mrs Jose – who were celebrating 41 years of marriage Congratulations to you

HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY

  Our always friendly “Michael Ingram” celebrated his 90th Birthday surrounded by his Family. He had a lovely little party.

SUMMER FETE AT BIRCHY HILL 2017

Birchy Hill was determined to hold their Annual Summer Fete in any kind of weather so we had to bring the outside

ROMEO RECIEVES HIS HIGH FLYER AWARD

Romeo Solivas, Housekeeper and Artist at Birchy Hill, received this month’s High Flyer Award. His artwork is going above and beyond

ORCHID LUNCH DATE NUMBER TWO

Here are a few more Residents out for lunch at Manor Farm

LUNCH DATE FOR ORCHID RESIDENTS

Orchid care Home Activity Ladies took a few Residents out for Lunch the other day at the Local Manor Farm

AN AFTERNOON OF STRICTLY COME DANCING

Windy Ridge got into the Dancing Mood

CUPCAKE DAY 2017

Windy Ridge Celebrated Cup Cake day 2017

HAPPY 101TH BIRTHDAY

Windy Ridge celebrated one of their Residents 101 Birthday last week Congratulations from all at MNS Care PLC and Angel

ALL ABOARD

Our “Captain” John Leonard was taking us out on a bus trip to the sea side in Barton-on Sea. He

CHERRY TREES INTRODUCES THEIR NEW ARRIVAL

Let’s meet and welcome Cherry Trees new arrival of a Chick – they have named the chick “Nugget”

AN AFTERNOON FULL OF MUSIC

On Friday afternoon at Birchy Hill, Luis Andrade spoiled us with his lovely Piano Music. His repertoire goes from Classic

A MORNING STROLL BEFORE THE SCORCHING SUN

A group of Residents took a Morning Stroll through the local park before the sun took hold near Orchid Care

LOVE AND DEVOTION GOES ALONG WAY

A LOVING and devoted couple who ‘did everything together’ during their blissful 65 year marriage died within a day of

HALLWAY MAKEOVER – PICTURE 2

HALLWAY MAKEOVER AT NEWLANDS

Please see our make over in our Hallway

THE ORIENT VISIT TO SWAY

We would like to say a very big “Thank you” to Habibi and the Flowers of the Desert, presenting their

PLAQUE TO REMEMBER THE PEOPLE FROM THE MANCHESTER ARENA BOMBING

Here one of Our Residents is holding the plaque of the Manchester Bee “We Love You”

TREE TO COMMEMORATE THE MANCHESTER ARENA BOMBING

The Residents from Cherry Trees brought a tree and planted it in the garden, with a plaque of the Manchester

WEDDING BELLS AT BIRCHY HILL

Our lovely Evelyn is all dressed up nicely to join her Grandson’s Wedding. She was looking forward so much to

JUNE’S HIGH FLYERS AT BIRCHY HILL

Last Friday our Manager Mark Yon announced the “High Flyers” for June. Eileen Tindle, the Administrator, and Sibi Vengattil, a

GUESS THE WEIGHT OF THE CAKE

One giant cup cake was the prize for the “Guess the weight of the Cake”- game on Cup Cake Day.

CUP CAKE DAY – JUNE 2017

Our Chef Sam put a lot of effort into preparing wonderful tasty cup cakes, which made this Charity event on

ISMAEL CORDAU RECIEVED HIS CARE CERTIFICATE

Ismael receiving his Care Certifcate

CECILA TREVERS – HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT RECIEIVING HER AWARD

Cecila received her Care Certificate

SARA SMITH RECEIVING HER CARE CERTIFICATE

Sara received her Care Certificate

SARA SMITH RECEIVED HER HIGH FLYER AWARD

Sara received her High Flyer Award, for coming in to work to escort a Resident to a garment fitting in

ANNUAL NATIONAL CARE HOME DAY 2017

The Annual National Care Home Open Day celebrations took place at Birchy Hill on Friday 16th June 2017 We started

FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS AT BIRCHY HILL

On one of the hottest days so far this Summer. We celebrated all our Gentlemen at Birchy Hill. They enjoyed

A TRIP TO FEED THE DUCKS

We had a lovely trip to Ballard Lake in New Milton. It was being enjoyed by a small group of

SANDRA SMITH HAS COMPLETED HER CARE CERTIFICATE

Sandra received her Care Certificate

DAWN WARNER – SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

Dawn Warner received another award, this time her Certificate for completing her Care Certificate

SUSANNA CHAMBERS – SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

Susanna receiving her Care Certificate

SARAH DUNCAN- SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

Sarah received her award for completing her Care Certificate

LINDA REDMAN – CARE ASSISTANT

Linda received her Care Certificate

JEMMA PORTER – CARE ASSISTANT

Jemma receiving her Care Certificate

ROSE DOWLEY RECIEVING HER AWARD

Rose received her Award for completing her Care Certificate

MADZ GOLAGER – CARE ASSISTANT RECIEVING AN AWARD

Madz receiving an award for completing her Care Certificate Also Madz has just been made into a Senior Carer

DAWN DREW – HOME MANAGER RECEIVING HER AWARD

Dawn receiving her High Flyer Award from Gill and Roney for her commitment to Orchid Care Home

DEBBIE QUICK – GILL’S PA RECIEVING AN AWARD

Debbie was presented with a High Flyer Award by Gill (Operations Director) and Roney (Managing Director) for her success in

LYN ELLISON – SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT RECIEVING HER AWARD

Lyn receiving her High Flyer Award for her commitment to and passing her Passport “End of Life” which took her

DAWN WARNER – SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT RECIEVING HER HIGH FLYER AWARD

Dawn receiving her High Flyer Award for her commitment to and passing her Passport “End of Life” which took her

DONNA BARTHOLOMEW – TRAINING CO-ORDINATOR RECIEVES A HIGH FLYER AWARD

Donna receiving her High Flyer Award for her commitment to and passing her Passport “End of Life” which took her

CHRISTIAN VASILE – CARE ASSISTANT – RECEIVES A HIGH FLYER AWARD

Christian has been with the Company for over a year and works Nights. The feedback I received from Residents on

ALZHEIMER’S CUPCAKE DAY 2017

Here at Orchid, we joined in the Cupcake day Don’t they look great – well done to the Residents

CUPCAKE DAY AT NEWLANDS 2017

We held a cupcake day at Newlands to raise Money for Alzheimer’s Society, it was a huge success Well done

BOAT TRIP FOR ORCHID RESIDENTS

A great day out for some Residents of Orchid Care Home, as they floated down the River on a barge

A WONDERFUL SPREAD

A wonderful spread was laid on for Roney as he attended Orchid Care Home on Thursday 15th June 2017 for

ORCHID RAISED A STAGGERING AMOUNT

At Orchid they had a cake sale to raise funds for “Help the Heroes” They did great raising over £200.

PIANO AFTERNOON

Birchy Hill is celebrating Spring Time Last Friday we were celebrating spring time with a very sunny Garden Party. Alastair

A LOVELY DAY OUT

To enjoy the lovely sunshine, a small group of Residents had their morning coffee on the patio of a very

PLEASE HELP ISLA CATON AT GREAT ORMOND STREET

DEBBIE PENFOLD SOON TO BE DAWN’S DAUGHTER IN LAW

All the Staff at Orchid Care Home, would like to wish Debbie Penfold and Ryan Drew (Dawn Drew’s Son) all

THE FIRST HIGH FLYER AWARD AT NEWLANDS

Here Angela Pawlak is awarded with her “High Flyer Award”

OUR VERY OWN ARTIST

At Birchy Hill we have our very “own” artist Romeo Solivas, here he is creating a lovely piece of art

SAM NASH AND HER HIGH FLYER AWARD

ANOTHER HIGH FLYER AWARD WINNER AT BIRCHY HILL FOR HER HARD WORK AND EFFORTS IN MANAGING A GOOD FOOD SERVICE

GORDON MANLEY GETS HIS AWARD

MARK WAS DELIGHTED TO AWARD GORDON MANLEY HIS HIGH FLYER AWARD FOR: HARDWORKING IN THE PROVISIONS OF MAINTENANCE HIS LOYALTY

HIGHFLYER AWARDS CONTINUE AT BIRCHY HILL

MARK AWARDED MARIA SOLIVAS HER “HIGH FLYER AWARD” FOR: DEDICATION AS A NIGHT NURSE DEDICATION AS A DIGNITY NURSE RELIABLE

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2017 – CAKE

This is the wonderful cake made for International Nurses Day 2017 by our Chef Sam Well done

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2017

Birchy Hill honoured their Nurses throughout the National Nurses Week 2017. They held a big celebration on Friday 12th May

MR GARETH THOMAS JOINING THE SERVICE USERS FOR LUNCH

Labour MP for Harrow Mr Gareth Thomas visiting the service users at Sai Ram Villa, ensuring our service users have

ANOTHER SERVICE USER MEETS THE LOCAL LABOUR MP

Labour MP for Harrow Mr Gareth Thomas visiting the service users at Sai Ram Villa, ensuring our service users have

LABOUR MP MEETS WITH THE SERVICE USERS OF SAI RAM VILLA

Labour MP for Harrow Mr Gareth Thomas visiting the Service users at Sai Ram Villa, ensuring our Service users have

LABOUR MP FROM HARROW GETS A HIGH FLYER AWARD

Sandip Ruparelia presented Gareth Thomas Labour MP for Harrow with a High Flyers Award. Mr Thomas played a key role

OUR OPERATIONS DIRECTOR GETS A HIGH FLYER AWARD

Gareth Thomas, Labour MP for Harrow, here presenting Gillian Robinson – Operations Director for the Company with a High Flyers

GRADUATION

Here are Staff from Orchid care Home who have just graduated at Prospect Hospice Congratulations to them all

HELP THE HEROES BEAR

The Help the Heroes Bear meeting with Residents

HELP THE HEROES CAKE

Here is our “Help the Heroes cake” made by one of our chefs Hasn’t she done well Well done Tracey

HELP THE HEROES BAKE OFF

RESIDENTS, staff and friends at the Orchid Care Home in Haydon End had a fantastic time on Friday as a

DEMENTIA

On Monday 24th April 2017, Birchy Hill’s Leisure and Lifestyle Organiser Pia Zuchhold was invited to inform the members of

THE EASTER BUNNY ARRIVED AT BIRCHY HILL

After decorating bonnets and having an Easter Bonnet Parade to show of the wonderful bonnets. We then went on to

HELP THE HEROES AT ORCHID CARE HOME

Here is Dawn the Manger at Orchid Care Home with one of the “Help the Heroes” bears

TIME FOR A BIT OF FRESH AIR

We decided to make the most of the gorgeous weather and we went for a walk with these two lovely

CELEBRATION PRAYERS

THE CELEBRATIONS CONTINUE MORE AND MORE

CELEBRATIONS AT SAI RAM CONTINUE

More cake anyone

CELEBRATION AT SAI RAM VILLA – APRIL 2017

Happy Birthday Sai Ram Congratulations on your first year What a lovely cake

EASTER AT MABBS HALL 2017

Mabbs Hall Residents had an Easter Tea Party on Thursday. Then for a week the Residents created crafts for the Easter

BIRCHY HILL’S FIRST “HIGH FLYERS”

We have always had Unit Awards and various other awards to acknowledge the contribution made by our staff. But now

DONATION OF EASTER EGGS FROM COVENTRY BUILDING SOCIETY

I would like to express to you once again our sincere thanks for the generous gift of Easter Eggs collected

CARE HOME STAFF BACK BAKE FOR HEROES IN SWINDON

  A HOST of sweet treats will spring from the oven later this month as staff at a Swindon care

EASTER BONNET PARADE AT BIRCHY HILL

For a whole week the Residents at Birchy Hill were crafting to create the nicest Easter Bonnets for this year’s competition,

MOTHER’S DAY 2017 CELEBRATIONS AT BIRCHY HILL

With Love – on Mother’s Day It was a lovely sunny Sunday morning, peacefully and quiet, you could hear the birds

The Jumping Fleas or A Gift from Afar

The Residents at Birchy Hill today learned what Ukulele means in Hawaiian – Do you know? – because I didn’t

A Few More Visitors to Orchid Care Home

Orchid Care Home had another type of visitor at their Home this week. I bet you cannot guess what it

Nutrition and Hydration Week 2017 – A Success at Birchy Hill

Every year all Staff put in lots of effort to make Nutrition and Hydration Week a success. At Birchy Hill

Namaste at Birchy Hill

Namaste and The Whole Home Approach From Birchy Hill “NAPA has always promoted the Whole Home Approach which advocates for

Smoothie or Milkshake at Windy Ridge

Do you fancy a Milkshake or a Smoothie?, if so why not try Windy Ridge’s home version  

Hydrate Event at Windy Ridge

Windyridge Care Home has made a commitment to the hydration charter. The Clients are all enjoying exploring the new and

Twiddle Muffs at Birchy Hill

On Wednesday 1st March 2017, Pam Smith, the President of Sway Women’s Institute, visited Birchy Hill together with the members Jo

HIGH FLYER AWARD

We are proud to announce the introduction to our “HIGH FLYERS AWARD”, this award is to recognise the contribution our

Chocolates Galore

At Orchid Care Home, they were given a box of chocolates and not just a normal size What can one

Easter Chick

We would like to thank our Administrator Ruth for her wonderful hand made little Easter Chicks with a little surprise in

Easter is just around the corner

At Orchid Care Home, the Residents are preparing for Easter, so they made these chocolate buckets, all funds are for

A FOND FAREWELL TO OUR ADMINISTRATOR

Today, Wednesday 8th March 2017, we say a fond farewell to our Administrator Brenda.   Brenda has been the Administrator

LOVE WAS IN THE AIR AT BIRCHY HILL

Every year on the 14th February people celebrate Valentine’s Day by sending messages of love and affection to their partners, family

Orchid’s Newest Resident Animal

Come and meet Orchid’s newest Resident animal – “Charlie the Canary” Ain’t he cute

A Vegan Valentine’s at Newlands Care Home

A vegan Valentine’s at Newlands Care Home | Vegetarian for Life ­ On a gloriously sunny Valentine’s Day, I made

Heart of the Matter

Not one heart, but two hearts – together forever

Happy Valentines from Orchid Care Home

Love was certainly in the air at Orchid Care Home

Dignity Champions at Birchy Hill

Our Manager announced the new Dignity Champions, who received their new badges and certificates.

Dignity Action Day at Birchy Hill in 2017

Wednesday 1st February 2017 saw a day full of celebrations. We started this wonderful day with a Church Service to

Fundraising for a Reindeer at Orchid Care Home

Orchid Care Home are fundraising to bring a reindeer into the Home at Christmas. Here is their fundraising status at

Dignity Action Day Celebration at Mabbs Hall

Residents at Mabbs Hall had a tea party on Wednesday 1st February 2017 for Dignity Action Day. Residents enjoyed it

Becoming a Dignity Champion

Orchid Care Home have signed up to The Dignity Pledge and many staff have signed up to become a Dignity

Orchid Care Home Celebrating Dignity Day 2017

Our Team of Senior Carers did a presentation and talk on Dignity and Respect for the Residents. Cream Tea was

Newlands Dignity Day 2017

The Residents at Newlands Care Home joined in celebrating Dignity Day 2017. They made paper mache and enjoyed all songs

Double Trouble at Birchy Hill – Part 2

Here is one of our Residents enjoying cuddles with the latest editions

Double Trouble at Birchy Hill

On Friday 27th January 2017, Birchy Hill Care Home finally introduced their new arrivals. The lifelike twin baby dolls which

Singing and Dancing at Windy Ridge

We were all entertained by this lovely singer, a good time was had by all

Administrator’s Little Helper

Our Resident Cat decided to try some Administration work

Come and see our Animals at Windy Ridge

Zebra’s, Elephants, Rhino’s and Giraffes are among the new editions to Windy Ridge

DOES ANYONE FANCY A MOCKTAIL?

If so then Windy Ridge is the place to be with their new and exciting Mocktail Bar

Chinese New Year 2017 continues at Orchid Care Home

Not only was there banners made, they made a Chinese Dragon

Orchid Welcomes the Chinese New Year 2017

At Orchid Care Home, the Residents have been busy making things and decorating the Cafe area with Chinese banners

Residents at Orchid meet “DISCO”

Orchid were introduced to “DISCO” on Thursday 19th January 2017, all the Residents love him

Panto Time at Birchy Hill

We invited London’s Carousel Theatre to visit Birchy Hill Care Home and entertain us with their Pantomime “Little Red Riding

Birchy Hill celebrated the New Year

On Friday 6th January, Residents, Families and Staff celebrated the New Year in with a swinging tea party. Caryn Morant

Happy New Year

  News from the Directors: 2016 turned out to be a very busy yet productive year. With the opening of

Charlie the Donkey comes to visit the Residents at Orchid Care Home

The Residents had a visit from Charlie, he walked around the whole home in and out of Residents rooms, being

Trip to see Father Christmas and his Reindeer

The Residents had a lovely tip to see father Christmas and his real reindeer in Stewarts Garden Centre in Christchurch.

Recorder Choir

The guys from “Sway recorder Choir” brought another kind of Christmas tunes to Birchy Hill. Many of us remembered our

The Town Band

Another goody in our Christmas extravaganza was the Lymington Town Band, playing their tunes with all kinds of brass instruments.

Brockenhurst College

A visit from Brockenhurst College Performing Arts Group cheered every one up at Birchy Hill. They were singing well known

Sway Primary School

Every year the youngsters from “Sway Primary School” visit us and entertain us with their lovely angelic voices Thank you

Bell Ringers at Birchy Hill

Birchy Hill Care Home had a visit from the “Sway Bell Ringers” and gave us a lovely performance, which we

A Great Find At Newlands

Hazel has been busy finding this book for one of their Residents. Alfred now has a big smile on his

Beautiful Patchwork Quilt

One of our Carers – Linda Redman at Orchid Care Home has made this beautiful quilt which is being raffled

PATCH SHOWS OFF HIS NEW JUMPER

Here at Orchid we couldn’t allow our Rabbit not joining in with the Tradition, here he is posing in his

A NEW SIGN FOR NEWLANDS

At Newlands we now have our new Sign out front

BIRCHY HILL ENJOYS THE FIRST CHRISTMAS CRACKERS

On Saturday 3rd December 2016, here at Birchy Hill started the December extravaganza with our annual “Christmas Bazaar”. The highlight

Orchid Visitor Number 2

Orchid’s cafe has a visitor

A visitor to the Hair Salon at Orchid Care Home

Orchid Hair Salon gets a little visit from Mr Skeleton

Remembrance at Orchid 2016 – Part 2

Here is what we have in our Reception

Grand Opening of Peggy’s Cafe

In July 2014 Peggy Stephens chose Birchy Hill to become her new home. She loved the Staff and the Staff

Pet Therapy at Mabbs Hall

Mabbs Hall provides regular Pet Therapy Sessions and the Residents really enjoy it

We Will Remember Them!!

From the beginning of November, Residents and Staff here at Birchy Hill Care Home purchased Poppies from the Royal British

Mabbs Hall Remembering the fallen

The Residents from Mabbs Hall joined in the local Community on Remembrance Sunday in the town of Mildenhall and submitted

Orchid Care Home in the local Swindon Advertiser

Care home residents craft poppies to remember fallen soldiers (From Swindon Advertiser) Care home residents craft poppies to remember fallen

Orchid Remembers

To conclude our Remembrance activities for this year, we had school children dressed up in WWI and WWII clothes singing,

Lest we forget at Orchid

Carrying on our Remembrance activities at Orchid, we arranged crosses in a flower bed which was decorated around the edge with lanterns.

Orchid’s latest Residents

Her at Orchid, we have a variety of animals, from Patch – our Rabbit, too Bill and Ben – our

Congratulations to our “Diamond Couple”

Birchy Hill Resident Joyce Foot and her Husband Derek celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary on Thursday 3rd November 2016, with

A Penny for the Guy

Remember, Remember the 5th of November……… Who of us would ever forget this poem? Guy Fawkes and the failed “Gunpowder

Bundle of Joy

All the Staff at Hanbury Court would like to congratulate Staff Nurse Elsida Hoxha ans her Partner Marc  on the

Remembrance at Orchid 2016

Our Remembrance Tree here at Orchid, Residents have written on the poppies of people they remember from the war  

End of Life Blanket

We wish to send a huge heartfelt thank you to Queens Court Knitters, a local craft group in Marple for

Musical Instruments for Diwali

Here the Residents of Sai Ram play instruments for Diwali

Halloween Swinging at Birchy Hill 2016

After a week of crafting, carving and decorating for Halloween, we celebrated with a scary party on Monday 31st October

Macmillan Coffee morning at Birchy Hill

Birchy Hill hosted a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 30th September 2016. Three Staff members baked and donated lots of

A Very Happy Sam

After her 10 miles sponsored Memory Walk to support the Alzheimer Society. Our Head Chef at Birchy Hill, Samantha Nash

Cherrytrees Halloween 2016 Pumpkin Carving

Here at Cherrytrees we got into carving our pumpkins – “Scary faces”

Hettie and her Daughter dressed up for Halloween 2016

Here is Hettie Dixon from Orchid Care Home with her Daughter dressed up for Halloween – Don’t they look great?

Spooky Tables for Halloween 2016 at Orchid Care Home

Orchid’s cafe area looking spooky      

Raising awareness for Breast cancer 2016

Here is the Manager and a few Staff and a couple of Residents dressed in pink to support Breast Cancer 2016

The spooky corner at Mabbs Hall for Halloween 2016

Here is a Halloween decorated corner at Mabbs Hall

Spooky Staff at Windy Ridge for Halloween 2016

Here are the Staff at Windy Ridge, all dressed up for Halloween – Don’t they look spooky?

8oth Birthday Celebration

Mr Kenneth Bent celebrating his 80th Birthday with all his Family at Mabbs Hall on 27th October 2016 I would

Chickens at Cherrytrees

The Residents enjoy feeding the chickens and having them free roaming in the garden, “it brings the garden to life”

Sairam Villa – Wishes a Happy Diwali & a Prosperous New Year

WISHING YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY DIWALI & A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR FROM THE RESIDENTS & STAFF OF SAIRAM VILLA

Sukkot

This photo shows a Sukkot, this word means “Booths” and refers to the temporary dwellings that we are commanded to

Sairam Villa – Resident’s Temple Visit

OUR RESIDENTS VISITED THE HINDU SANATHAN TEMPLE IN WEMBLEY ON 20TH OCTOBER 2016 FOR PRAYERS.

Sairam Villa – Sewa Day Performance

ASIANA DISABLED CHILDREN PERFORMING SINGING AND DANCING HELD ON 16TH OCTOBER 2016 AT SAIRAM VILLA

Poppy Painted Glasses

This is an event taken place at Orchid Care Home, Residents and the Activity Staff have painted glass jars with

MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING 2016

ORCHID CARE HOME Held a coffee afternoon in aid of Macmillan Cancer ON FRIDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER 2016 DAWN AND HER

Birchy Hill – ‘Namaste’ in Action

After an intensive 3 day training for all staff in Birchy Hill we could finally see Namaste in action. Prof

Birchy Hill – 4 Lovely New Residents

Last weekend four young ladies moved into their own residence in Birchy Hill’s back garden. Myrtle, Lucy, Nancy, and Maggie

Birchy Hill – Residents marveling Wolseley 75

Residents in Birchy Hill marvel and try the Wolseley 75 in the purpose built “Wally’s Garage”. The automobile was purchased

Summer BBQ Party at Mabbs Hall

We had a nice bbq party at Mabbs Hall on 1st September from 2pm till 4pm.All the residents and most

Sairam Villa ‘Walk for Sai’ – Charity Walk

Our maintenance staff at Sairam Villa completed 11 miles charity walk for ‘Shirdisai’ charity

Cherrytrees ENRICH programme

As part of the ENRICH programme (Enabling Research in Care Homes). Cherrytrees have been supporting a student from Manchester University

Feeding time at Windy Ridge!

4 kittens become part of the family at Windy Ridge! Ella our ‘house’ cat gives birth to four adorable kittens.

Wedding at Mabbs Hall

A couple lives in a double room has got married on 9th July 2016.They have been together for 8 years

Mabbs Hall Activities Plan 2016

Below are the planned activities for Mabbs Hall for 2016. Coffee morning on 18th August 11 am Residents and Relatives

The eagerly anticipated launch for Sai Ram is under way. The care home opens it ‘s doors Summer 2016. Possibly