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Swindon Advertiser report – Nearly 50 Orchid Care Home residents receive first dose of Covid Vaccine
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Chilling at Birchy Hill
Another birthday at Birchy Hill
Birchy Hill Birthdays
Indian themed day at Birchy Hill
Still singing at Birchy Hill
Yummy days at Birchy Hill
The reading hour – Birchy Hill
Birchy Hill – VE Day – Bob Tanner and Rene
Mark Bussell at Birchy Hill
Sensory stimulation at Birchy Hill
Birch Hill goings on!
Birchy Hill activities
Covid-19 survivor celebrates at Birchy Hill
Still having fun at Birchy Hill
PPE donation by Cheltenham Hackspace members
Dancing in Poplars
Birchy Hill night shift
Smiles at Cherrytrees
Birchy Hill heroes
Say it with music
Rainbows of hope for our residents
Covid-19 Update
Easter delivery at Orchid Care Home
Volunteers needed
Covid-19 update
HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL AT BIRCHY HILL
30-12-19The staff and management at Birchy Hill would like to wish one and all a Happy Christmas and a Happy
CHRISTMAS DINNER AT BIRCHY HILL
30-12-19With 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
30-12-19Many 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
30-12-19Waiting 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
27-12-19Tony 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..
27-12-19…. 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..
27-12-19….. 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
24-12-19Father Christmas has visited Orchid Care Home in Swindon. As a result, he spread cheer and merriment as he went.
IMPRESSIONS..
16-12-19..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
16-12-19All preparations were being done, and the last finishing touches were carried out. The food and drinks are ready, and
BUFFET RUN..
16-12-19..Last but not least the buffet was arranged and the ‘big run’ began. Luckily Sam, our Head Chef and the
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE
16-12-19The photographs speaks for themselves, as they show more happy people enjoying themselves.
ENTERTAINMENT…
16-12-19..By Retro Rita and ‘Sing for Fun’ For this year’s Christmas Party, Retro Rita performed her ‘Christmas Crackers’ and our
FESTIVE VITALITY CARE
16-12-19As it was the last session for this year, everybody had lots of fun exercising, whilst dressed up with some
PANTO TIME AT BIRCHY HILL
16-12-19We 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
16-12-19The Christmas Show continued, along with lots of Apple Punch to drink. The party was in full swing.
RE-UNITED CHRISTMAS SHOW
16-12-19From ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’ to ‘Rocking around the Christmas Tree’- Re-United entertained our residents with their wonderful Christmas
PETS VISITING
12-12-19Newlands Care Home had little visitors. How would you like to come this close to a snail? – I know
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 2019
09-12-19On Saturday, Birchy Hill held their annual Christmas Bazaar. There were lovely decorated Christmas cakes, Chocolate Reindeers, Sweets Sleighs, Homemade
WELCOME BACK ‘SING FOR FUN’
05-12-19The Ladies Choir ‘Sing for Fun’ offered to sing for and with our residents once a month and we happily
LEST WE FORGET
05-12-19For many days Birchy Hill has spent preparing themselves for Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day. We put Poppies and flags
REMEMBER, REMEMBER….
05-12-19..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
05-12-19Birchy Hill picked up an old tradition that their residents remember from their childhood – ‘A Penny for the Guy’.
ARTIST AT WORK
05-12-19Peter was enjoying Aqua Paint. The pictures he ‘created’ were lovely. He was very proud being able to have these
LYMINGTON TOWN BAND
05-12-19This year’s Christmas Spectacular started on Saturday with a performance by the Lymington Town Band. A very big audience listened
WHO NEEDS A GYM?
05-12-19The Residents at Birchy Hill have their own way to stay physically fit. Shelley from “Vitality Care” helps them with
CONGRATULATIONS
03-12-19Jabin James, Care Coordinator, celebrated 10 years working at Birchy Hill. He is a trained nurse in his country and
DANCEMANIA IN POPLARS
03-12-19The Residents at Birchy Hill enjoyed music from the 60s and 70s and they could not sit still when the
CHARITY PYJAMA DAY
20-11-19Here 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
20-11-19Our Team here at Orchid Care Home have been recognised by Colleagues, Residents and Relatives for their hard work, support
MARRIED FOR 44 YEARS
18-11-19On Saturday, 16th November 2019, Albert and Jennifer celebrated their 44th Wedding Anniversary together with family and friends. Albert was
CHILDREN IN NEED 2019
18-11-19Charity Party Mike Sidaway entertained our Residents and guests with his lovely voice on a musical trip through time. Our
HAPPY HOUR – LADIE’S CLUB
18-11-19Our Ladies and also some Gentlemen were thrilled by the “Happy Hour Ladies’ Club”. There were lots of ‘tipples’, cheese,
DECORATION…
18-11-19…The decoration looks lovely at Newlands. Just look at this gorgeous wallpaper Also their gallery has a few other new
HAPPY 105th BIRTHDAY
05-11-19One of our long term Residents turned 105 in October The home and her family decided to throw here a
HARVEST FESTIVAL
05-11-19Colin (Activity Assistant) from Orchid Care Home, made this wonderful bread to go along with the Residents Harvest display. This
FLOWER ARRANGING
05-11-19One Friday Morning on Rose Unit at Orchid Care Home, the ladies choose to do some flower arranging with the
IMPRESSIONS…….
05-11-19From a wonderful Halloween Party in Birchy Hill. The Residents and guests alike enjoyed this lovely afternoon.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
05-11-19Birchy Hill’s Residents, Friends and Families celebrated Halloween with spooky music by the singer duo ‘Reunited’, and they enjoyed having
LITTLE BOLLYWOOD DANCER…
05-11-19A Big Applause went to this brave little girl showing confidently her solo dance.
BOLLYWOOD IN SWAY
05-11-19The Residents at Birchy Hill had so much fun watching 8 young girls from “Indian Heritage” to perform their dance
FIT AND FUN
05-11-19Residents 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
05-11-19Last Monday we welcomed Sway’s Recorder Choir for an afternoon of music. Our Residents and some Family members enjoyed their
HARVEST CELEBRATIONS
05-11-19At Birchy Hull we had a week were we welcomed September with an early Harvest Festival celebrated in the Church
MUSIC AND CARD TRICKS
05-11-19The week started with some musical entertainment by the ‘MAC Trio’. The Accordion tunes were the highlight for our Residents.
NATIONAL BAKING WEEK CONTINUES…
23-10-19…. National Baking Week – Part 2 The third day of our baking week was dominated by biscuits. We made
NATIONAL BAKING WEEK
23-10-19And Birchy Hill celebrates “National Baking Week” in style There was one baking activity on every four days this week.
FIRST PREPARATIONS FOR “HALLOWEEN”
23-10-19This week we had a craft session with the motto ‘Halloween Decorations’. Our Residents decided to decorate small paper pumpkins
A VERY MUSICAL BREAKFAST CLUB ….
23-10-19What is better to start a new week than having fun and laughter with loud music that you can join
PIANO TUNES …..
23-10-19…… And a Saturday High Tea Many of our Residents and guests enjoyed Alastair Hume’s piano tunes to our monthly
SING FOR FUN
23-10-19This is the title of a wonderful lively Ladies’ Choir from Brockenhurst. They love to meet and sing, just for
CONGRATULATIONS
23-10-19The celebrations at Birchy Hill continued the whole day for Mary and her Husband I would like to say on
CONGRATULAIONS…
23-10-19..And celebrations Mary and her Husband Hedley celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary at Birchy Hill. The Residents and the Staff
FAREWELL, GOODBYE….
23-10-19We sadly had to say goodbye to a lovely young lady student who observed for 2 weeks of all the
HIGH FLYER AWARDS – SEPTEMBER 2019
23-10-19For September two colleagues were awarded the company’s ‘Golden Wing’: Jeannie Wells – “Trainings Facilitator” received the Highflyer Award for
NATIONAL POETRY DAY
23-10-19To 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…
03-10-19… 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
03-10-19Residents 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
03-10-19Birchy 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
03-10-19Simon Gross Productions brought us back to the Movies. We listened to Musical tunes from ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘The
GOODBYE DOCTOR HELEN
03-10-19Dr Helen Neuenschwander, one of the GPs visiting our Residents on a regular basis, is leaving Sway surgery to start
BIRTHDAY GIRL BETTY ..
03-10-19As you can see, Betty thoroughly enjoyed celebrating her Birthday with her Family and Friends. She had a lovely afternoon
NEW TO BIRCH HILL..
03-10-19Residents and Relatives alike were more than happy when they saw the new addition to our existing garden benches. Next
FISH ‘n’ CHIP SUPPER…..
02-09-19……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…
02-09-19Highflyers and a new Dignity Champion Birchy Hill has two new Highflyers. The award for July went to Dana Gotia,
GENERAL STAFF MEETING
02-09-19A very big ‘Thank you’ goes to our Manager “Mark”, who arranged our General Staff Meeting in the Sensory Garden.
NOT JUST FOR THE SCOTTISH..
02-09-19The 2019 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo celebrated the “Kaleidoscope” which featured a colourful talent from around the world on the
AN AFTERNOON OF BALLROOM DANCE
27-08-19Residents and their Families could not sit still when they listened to the “Foxtrot, Waltz and the Tango Rhythms” It
NATIONAL BURGER DAY..
27-08-19On Thursday 22nd August 2019, Birchy Hill celebrated “National Burger Day”. For some Residents it was a completely new meal
ACTIVITIES IN BIRCHY HILL
27-08-19Some 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
27-08-19Please welcome our “6 New Chicken Ladies” who recently moved into their lovely chicken house in the bottom of Birchy
AFTERNOON TEA WEEK…
22-08-19Sometimes the wait for dinner is far too long, and when lunch has passed by too many hours ago, and
LET THE WIND BLOW……..
22-08-19Let the wind blow the washing! A new project for all units at Birchy Hill, this was to create stimulating
MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT WITH NIGEL REVILL
22-08-19The ladies loved Nigel, and the gentlemen loved his music! Nigel Revill’s voice was accompanied by his guitar tunes and
SOCIAL CLUB IN ASHLEY
22-08-19Once a month, the Birchy Hill’s Residents are joining a Social Cub in New Milton-Ashley. This time they were not
KARAOKE
22-08-19The Resident’s at Birchy Hill were nicely entertained with an afternoon Karaoke singing session. Some singers even remembered the lyrics
THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY -CONTINUES….
22-08-19Here is the Managing Director Sandip, looks like it was raffle time, congratulations to the lucky winners
THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY -CONTINUES….
22-08-19Look at the delightful food produced for this excellent occasion
THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY
22-08-19Congratulations to Sai Ram Villa on their 3rd Anniversary Sai Ram Villa celebrated in style on the 3rd August 2019
OUTSTANDING
22-08-19CONGRATULATIONS to Helen and her Team at Windy Ridge for reaching an “OUTSTANDING” with CQC Congratulations from all at MNS
OUR TRIP TO THE TEMPLE
08-08-19The Residents of Sairam Villa are enjoying their blissful time away at our local “Hindu Temple”
CONGRATULATIONS…..
05-08-19New Minibus Drivers Congratulations go to “Dana Gotia” and “Jabin James”, who passed their MiDAS training and are now allowed
IMPRESSIONS FROM BIRCHY HILL………..
05-08-19Young and old enjoyed the afternoon, playing a game, having a snack or a nice little drink, or buying gifts,
OUR HELPING HANDS
05-08-19A very big Thank you goes to everyone who made the Summer Fete such a wonderful success, to the Staff
SUMMER FETE 2019
05-08-19Birchy 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
05-08-19On a warm summer evening Birchy Hill invited “Alan Poulton” to play the piano for our Residents. He interacted perfectly
ANOTHER BOAT TRIP…
05-08-19Another Boat Trip The Residents from Birchy Hill enjoyed another Boat trip on the “Alison MacGregor”. This time we could
WORK EXPERIENCE AT BIRCHY HILL
05-08-19Three young students from New Milton and Ringwood joined us in July to get some “work experience” in a care
REDECORATION…….
01-08-19We 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
01-08-19‘’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 ……..
01-08-19The party got started when “The Land Girls” arrived. Their musical know-how was a gem for the audience. All our
RESIDENT’S BBQ
12-07-19Our Chef “Samantha” and her Team spoiled us with a wonderful BBQ, with a salad buffet and a big choice
HAPPY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
11-07-19Happy 49th Wedding Anniversary to Wendy and Clifford from all of us at Birchy Hill! The couple were quite surprised
SHIP AHOY
08-07-19One 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…….
08-07-19Our Residents enjoyed this week’s lovely weather with some gardening activities. No surprise, that they loved a nice bowl of
SING – A – LONG….
08-07-19……….. With The Jingle Ladies ‘You are my Sunshine’, ‘It’s a long way to Tipperary’ and ‘The White Cliffs of
BIRCHY HILL GOT TALENT
08-07-19Recently we could witness the many talents that our Indian staff’s children have to offer. Age was not a problem.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY……
08-07-19Even Managers celebrate birthdays, too. Happy Birthday, Mark Many Happy Returns from everybody at Birchy Hill
GAME, SET AND MATCH
08-07-19A 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
27-06-19All 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
27-06-19Patricia one of our Residents was given a lovely present by her Husband Peter. He donated a very nice Patio-Set
CHINESE RIBBON DANCE
27-06-19Who says ‘You have to sit to be fit’? Our active ladies in Birchy Hill performed a delightful Chinese Ribbon
OUR THIRD CELEBRATION
27-06-19Why not come to see us and join in our “Three Year Celebration” We are having a Vegetarian BBQ, An
MILK SHAKE OR ICE-CREAM ANYONE
17-06-19The Residents of Orchid, were out in the back garden enjoying milk shakes and ice-creams in the lovely sunshine of
SPIDER PATERSON THE CAT
17-06-19Lyndsey the Home Manager of Newlands brought her cat into work today for pet therapy:) His name is spider Paterson.
BIRCHY HILL’S HIGHFLYER MAY 2019
17-06-19Our Congratulations are going to Kamlesh Kaur, Senior Health Care Assistant. She has a kind and caring nature, is always
BACK TO ASHLEY WE GO…..
RESIDENTS HAVE THEIR SAY….
17-06-19Every two months the Residents meet at Birchy Hill to say their opinion about activities, express their wishes, or comment
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY GENTLEMEN…..
BIRCHY HILL’S PYJAMARAMA
17-06-19We teamed up with a local Pre School, the ‘Little Flyers’, to enjoy reading, playing, and singing for young and
D-DAY CELEBRATIONS
17-06-19To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, Birchy Hill Residents and Staff celebrated with a remembrance tea party. Singing war
FIRE SAFETY FIRST
17-06-19As every year all employees at Birchy Hill are trained to the highest standard of the MRA by Gary Gregg,
FATHER’S DAY AT SAI RAM VILLA 2019
PHYSICAL EXERCISES AT BIRCHY HILL
28-05-19Birchy 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
21-05-19Habibi and the Flowers of the Desert were guests in our Home. They entertained us with their Belly Dance Show
SOCIAL CLUB IN ASHLEY
21-05-19Once a month the Birchy Hill Residents go off to meet the Residents in a Care Home in Ashley. These
HIGH FLYER FOR APRIL 2019
21-05-19In April the High Flyer Award was given to the Registered Night Nurse Ghiorghe Stefan, in recognition of his availability
HIGH FLYERS IN MARCH 2019
21-05-19The High Flyer Award for Mach was given to 2 very valued young ladies: Kate Gilbert – Mental Health Nurse,
BOLLYWOOD AND BEYOND
21-05-19BOLLYWOOD – SAI RAM VILLA Please click the link above for a short video This was taken at an event
INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY
13-05-19On the 12th May, Florence Nightingale’s Birthday, Nurses are honoured and celebrated all over the world. In Birchy Hill, we
SIT AND BE FIT………………..
13-05-19Next to our regular Vitality Care group sessions, we now offer a new activity class, called “Sit and be Fit”
SOCIAL CLUB IN ASHLEY
13-05-19Once 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…………..
13-05-19Lesley is definitely very happy, and he shows it. Music and a lovely sing along made him laugh so much.
BREAKFAST CLUB
13-05-19Breakfast Club is one more of our Social Clubs. Residents meet for a (second) breakfast with a lovely fresh brewed
EASTER BONNET PARADE
13-05-19After 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
13-05-19This year the Easter Bunny did not only bring chocolate eggs to the Residents, he also brought a lovely homemade
MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS
13-05-19Not only Mothers, but all the Ladies at Birchy Hill were celebrated on this Mothering Sunday They all received a
NUTRITION AND HYDRATION WEEK 2019
13-05-19As 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
09-05-19Orchid Care Home invite you to an Open day – In fact we are having two open days Wednesday 29th
BOLLYWOOD & BEYOND
02-05-19Friends 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
29-04-19Residents celebrated Valentine’s Day with their partners, families and friends. A light buffet with lovely cake and cupcakes was offered
FLOWER ARRANGING
29-04-19We carried out some flower arranging for “Shabbat” Don’t they look beautiful?
AN AFTERNOON WITH RETRO RITA
29-04-19Some Residents from Birchy Hill enjoyed a lovely afternoon at Bashley Village Hall where Retro Rita entertained them with songs
AQUAPAINT
29-04-19At Birchy Hill one all time favourite daily activity is Aquapaint. This is an easy activity, because only water is
PAYING OUR LAST RESPECTS
29-04-19Birchy Hill’s oldest Resident Maria B. wanted to celebrate her 100th birthday this year in April and to receive a
BAKING AFTERNOONS
29-04-19At 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
15-04-19Orchid Care Home in Swindon unleashed their early Easter Surprise for their Residents this week. We had 8 eggs delivered
GREAT TALENTS AT BIRCHY HILL
HOW SHE COULD PLAY THE UKULELE………………….
06-02-19Even with it being the darkest day in January , it was full of sunshine with the sound of the
VERY TALENTED STAFF
06-02-19Our 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
06-02-19One of our youngest Health Care Assistants “Alxandra Valverde Garayar”showed great progress in her job role. She is very kind,
A TOUR AROUND THE WORLD
LIFELONG LEARNING
06-02-19Congratulations goes to Madalina Costita, who passed her Care Certificate in December 2018 Also too Marco Antraca, who finished his
DIGNI-TEA PARTY
04-02-19As every year Birchy Hill’s Residents and Staff celebrated Dignity Day. As a lovely tradition we gathered together for a
BRING THE OUTSIDE IN……………….
04-02-19We do not often have snow in the South, but last week we had enough to make some snow balls.
HAPPY HOUR AT BIRCHY HILL
15-01-19Gin and Tonic, Baileys and a choice of wines were on offer for our first Happy Hour in 2019. Many
TOOL SHOP FOR STIMULATION
08-01-19Recently ‘Cyril’s Second Hand and Vintage Tool Shop’ opened in Birchy Hill. You can find it on your way to
NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS……….
08-01-19Residents and Staff were celebrating the New Year with drinks and nibbles. Everybody was enjoying themselves and welcomed the New
STAFF AND STELLA……………..
CHRISTMAS IN PINES UNIT
08-01-19Christmas impressions from Birchy Hill’s Pines unit: Residents, their Families and their Staff gathered around the festive table to enjoy
FATHER CHRISTMAS CAME TO BIRCHY HILL
ELVES COME TO ORCHID CARE HOME
CHILDREN IN NEED AT ORCHID CARE HOME 2018
CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY 2018 AT SAI RAM VILLA
03-01-19Sai Ram Villa Staff wore their Christmas Jumpers for the “National Christmas Jumper Day 2018”
BIGGY CONTINUES TO MEET AND GREET
03-01-19Biggy is still getting attention from the Clients of Sai Ram Villa
BIGGY ARRIVES AT SAI RAM VILLA
03-01-19Sandip Ruparelia brings his Dog “Biggy” in to meet everyone Awwwwwwwwwwwww he is a cutie, I want to adopt him
NEW BANNER FOR BIRCHY HILL
01-01-19We 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
01-01-19Each unit in Birchy Hill has got their own style of Christmas decorations The Staff and the Residents are decorating
MIHAIL FLIES FOR DECEMBER 2018
01-01-19Birchy 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
01-01-19The 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………….
01-01-19We visited Father Christmas and his real Reindeer, but we did not have to go that far! as they resided
NEW MILTON’S JUMPING BEANS ……………………
JACK AND THE BEAN STALK COME TO BIRCHY HILL
SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO SWAY
MORE PARTY IMPRESSIONS
PARTY IMPRESSIONS
01-01-19The 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……………….
01-01-19On 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
01-01-19Birchy Hill Staff met for a yummy Pre-Christmas Dinner, unfortunately not everybody could join in due to their duties. It
JINGLE BELLS, JINGLE BELLS
01-01-19Jingle 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?
01-01-19We did not have Eleven Pipers Piping, but instead we had recorders being played by a local Recorder Choir. Birchy
IMPRESSIONS BY NIGHT
01-01-19Birchy 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
19-12-18One 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
18-12-18Sonal is also collecting her “High Flyer” Award from Gill Robinson – Operayions Director, accompanied by the Home Manager Azaad
BHAVNABEN IS A HIGH FLYER
18-12-18Bhavnaben 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
18-12-18Rodalyn Rodriguez – The Clinical Lead and Deputy Manager at Birchy Hill was honoured with the High Flyer Award for
SHABBAT LIGHTING of CANDLES
18-12-18This is the “Shabbat Lighting of Candles” with Rabbi Arnold Saunders and the Residents at Newlands Care Home
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AT BIRCHY HILL
18-12-18On Saturday, 1st December we started our Christmas Extravaganza with a well loved Bazaar. Many stalls offered lovely Christmas gifts,
YOUNG AT WORK
18-12-18Inspired by some work from the “Ageing and Dementia Research Centre” (Bournemouth University), a few of our Residents enjoyed taking
LYMINGTON TOWN BAND
THE FRIENDSHIP SINGERS
18-12-18On 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
18-12-18The singer Mike Sidaway started our musical Christmas journey on Thursday 6th December 2018. The stars were already shining, and
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
18-12-18This week at Newlands we have been celebrating the “Festival of Chanukkah” – This is also known as the “Festival
CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY AT CHERRY TREES
18-12-18Even the Home Manager – Darren wears his Christmas Jumper for “Christmas Jumper Day 2018”
MISSION CHRISTMAS
BINGO TIME
07-12-18A Resident at Newlands hosted a game of Bingo for everyone As they say “Eyes down look in”
OCTOBER 2018 – HIGH FLYER
29-11-18Registered Nurse flies high Registered Nurse Mary Preethi George, from Birchy Hill Care Home, was awarded the Highflyer Wing for
CHILDREN IN NEED
CHILDREN IN NEED – PARTY
LEST WE FORGET
22-11-18Our 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
22-11-18On Saturday, the Land Girls entertained us with their wonderful show. They arrived in military uniforms and finished the entertainment
FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE – PART 1
22-11-18This year is a special year to commemorate the fallen, who lost their lives in their fight for freedom. We
NOT SCARY – BUT NICE……………………….
22-11-18That was the motto for our Halloween party. Everybody enjoyed the party with Serenity (Jane Parris) and a lovely buffet
RESIDENTS ENJOYING THE BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS
23-10-18Here are the Residents enjoying the Blackpool Illuminations
FEEDING THE COWS……
23-10-18As the Residents recently visited “Hare Krishna Temple” in Watford. We went to feed the cows that are kept near
VISIT TO “HARE KRISHNA TEMPLE”
23-10-18The 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
23-10-18This 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
23-10-18This is one of the pictures from our “Navratri Programme” with the Residents and the Staff.
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS 2018
A SOUND OF MUSIC
15-10-18Music was clearly noticeable on Friday afternoon at Birchy Hill, as Nigel Revill played his acoustic guitar and performed songs
NEW YORK, NEW YORK………..
15-10-18Our Residents very much enjoyed an afternoon of seated exercises with Vitality Care. Equipped with bright pink glitter Top Hats,
SEPTEMBER 2018 – HIGH FLYER
05-10-18Radu Toma received the Highflyer Award for September 2018. He is a very hard working Housekeeper and very thorough in
EN GARDE!
05-10-18Irene was very happy to see her Son bringing her fencing mask and jacket to reminisce the time when she
CHICKEN RUN…………..
05-10-18Yvonne caught the cheeky chick when it tried to escape. After some lovely cuddles she brought it back to their
PARACHUTE FUN….
27-09-18It’s not what you think, we did not jump out of an aeroplane to have a fun activity, but we
ALPACAS IN BASHLEY
27-09-18As 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….
27-09-18Living in a Care or a Nursing Home doesn’t mean you can’t be part of the wider community any more.
TRIP THE LIGHT FANTASTIC…………..
18-09-18Newlands Care Home had everyone up and dancing, they were Tripping the Light Fantastically………………… Wouldn’t you agree?
THE FIRST AID TRAINING CONTINUES
18-09-18As Gary Peake continued Training the Staff at Birchy Hill – He had put them through yet another session
BIRCHY HILL GETS FIRST AID TRAINING
18-09-18Gary Peake, the Trainer from “Acacia Training” showed the necessary skills that every First Aider needs. The Staff were very
YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE………………….
17-09-18“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
17-09-18Above 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
17-09-18We started in May this year with the boat trips on the “Alison MacGregor” and went out every single month
GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
17-09-1850 Years of Love Pamela and Barry were the Golden Happy Couple. We celebrated with them “50 Years of their
GYM TIME – NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE
17-09-18All 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……
03-09-18When we docked the port in New Milton. Birchy Hill Pirates boarded the ship – some call it “Ashley Lodge
SWINGING TEA PARTY…………
28-08-18Friday afternoon was Party Time at Birchy Hill! This time we invited Graham Bennett to entertain us with “Swing and
BEAR WITH ME………………….
28-08-18We seized this lovely morning and visited a nearby Garden Centre. Our Residents liked the big display of plants, but
RAIN OR SHINE
21-08-18There is no weather when we wouldn’t enjoy a nice boat trip with the Alison MacGregor. When our boat left
GUITAR SESSIONS
17-08-18Guitar Sessions were played at Windy Ridge As the Guitar was played, the dancing commenced
LET’S PARTY
13-08-18As we had the most wonderful sunny summer we planned our annual Residents’ BBQ Party to be held in Birchy
RAISING MONEY FOR DEMENTIA
13-08-18The Staff and Friends of Birchy Hill raised a staggering amount of £600 which will be donated to the Alzheimer’s
UNITED WE WALK(ED)
13-08-18It 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
13-08-18The 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
13-08-18Our Night Health Care Assistant Alex Costtita received the second Highflyer Award for July 2018. He is hard working, reliable
GUESS THE WEIGHT OF THE CAKE………….
MUSK
MEMORY WALK
JUNE’S HIGHFLYER
DANCING IN THE SKY………..
SUMMERTIME 2018
PRETTY WOMAN………
CREEPY CRAWLIES
DARREN IN THE STOCKS
FUN DAY 2018
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
03-07-18After 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………
03-07-18As it is Midsummer and a wonderful sunny day, we decided to visit Highcliffe Castle to have a picnic, take
TOO HOT FOR THE GIRLS………….
03-07-18Birchy Hill’s cheeky chicks were bored in their own house and garden. So they went for a little trip into
FATHER’S DAY AT WINDY RIDGE
………….. AND THE CELEBRATIONS CONTINUE FOR LADIES DAY
22-06-18Mabbs Hall continued celebrating Ladies Day at Royal Ascot
MABBS HALL CELEBRATING ROYAL ASCOT DAY………
22-06-18Mabbs 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…..
20-06-18Our Residents were asked if they would enjoy doing some physical exercises and many of them loved the idea. We
PLEASE WELCOME THE NEW ARRIVAL………………………..
20-06-18We were all very excited when Mark Yon, our Manager, told us that his household will have a new addition
WELL DONE RODA
20-06-18You did it, Roda, you did it! Rodalyn Rodriguez, Birchy Hill’s Clinical Lead, took part in the Race for Life
SURPRISE, SUPRISE
20-06-18Our Residents just enjoyed a lovely looking Black Forest Gateau when all the Gentlemen got surprised with a lovely little
FOOTBALL WORLD CUP 2018
20-06-18On behalf of everyone in Birchy Hill I would like to send a very big Thank You to Debbie Quick
HYTHE MARINA – HERE WE COME!!
20-06-18Last Thursday we had another chance to be on board the “Alison MacGregor Motor Vessel”. The Residents enjoyed the trip
WELCOME TO “THE LAND GIRLS”
20-06-18First 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
18-06-18Windy Ridge held a Cup Cake Bake Off There were three categories: Best Tasting Best Decorated Not quite nailed it
CONGRATULATIONS JAYA RHANBHAT
18-06-18Congratulations from all at Angel Care / MNS Care PLC to Jaya Rhanbhat for receiving his British Citizenship on Monday
HIGH FLYER OF MAY 2018
13-06-18Olga Mota is our latest ‘Highflyer’ Olga Mota, A General Assistant at Birchy Hill, was awarded with the Company’s Highflyer
HIP, HIP, HOORAY, MANAGER
13-06-18We 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………….
13-06-18… so pretty in the sky … When Jane Parris started to sing Louis Armstrong’s ‘What a wonderful world’ the
MATINEE WITH CARYN MORANT
13-06-18Friday morning entertainment par excellence delivered by Caryn Morant. Birchy Hill’s Residents and Guests were dancing and clapping their hands
READY FOR THE WEDDING……..
24-05-18On Saturday Morning there was hustle and bustle in the all the Units. Everybody wanted to be dressed nicely for
INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2018
24-05-18Every year the 12th May is a very special Day in Birchy Hill’s events calendar. It is not only Florence
NURSE’S TEA PARTY
24-05-18As a token of appreciation Birchy Hill’s Nurses were spoiled with a little Tea Party and a lovely homemade cake
NO PAIN – NO GAIN
24-05-18Before the Nurses could tuck into the lovely cake on International Nurses’ Day, they had to answer 13 Quiz Questions
WHAT A NICE LADY…………….
24-05-18Gerald was so fascinated by this nice Lady. He would have liked to be the Bride’s Father, as he said,
A VERY SPECIAL LADY……………..
24-05-18Claudia 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
A VERY ROYAL WEDDING AT BIRCHY HILL
24-05-18The build up to the Royal Wedding was a lot of fun for the Residents and the Staff at Birchy
THE WAIT WAS OVER…………..
24-05-18The wait was finally over, and Prince Harry tied the knot with Meghan Markle. The Residents who watched the fairy-
WEDDING CAKE
24-05-18After 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
24-05-18The Children from the New Forest Academy of Dance surprised us with some sing alongs All Residents could join in.
BALLET INSPIRED BY PETER PAN”
24-05-18There were 2 ballet groups and 2 prima ballerinas who danced for us like little elves. They highlighted our day
EUAN THE SKIPPER………
17-05-18For years Euan had his own boat and cruised the Mediterranean Sea. Together with his wife Val and he lived
HAPPY FEET
OUT AND ABOUT
15-05-18On a hot and sunny Saturday afternoon the Residents from Pines spent their time in the garden. Here they stopped
CONGRATULATIONS
15-05-18Congratulations got to Henrique Mota, Healthcare Assistant, who completed his LEVEL 2 Care Diploma. Well done Henrique – Congratulations from
ROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOAT……………
15-05-18Fortunately, 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……………………..
30-04-18Euan does not only enjoy polishing his shoes, no, he enjoys even more polishing the car! After he washed the
SHIP AHOI
30-04-18Solent 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
30-04-18Our Residents enjoyed an afternoon being taken into the fairy tales of Thousand and one Nights. Some of our Gentlemen
ST GEORGE’S DAY CELEBRATIONS
PEDRO THE DONKEY ARRIVES AT BIRCHY HILL
30-04-18As part of our animal therapy sessions we invited Pedro the Donkey and his handler Ron from the Animal Sanctuary
THE FRIENDSHIP SINGERS CAME TO BIRCHY HILL
NATIONAL CARE HOME DAY 2018
NAMASTE CHAMPIONS
30-04-18Namaste – the End of Life Care Programme, developed by Prof Joyce Simard, was introduced to Birchy Hill 2 years
BIG DOG – SMALL GIRL
HAPPY 99TH BIRTHDAY
MARCH 2018 HIGHFLYER AT BIRCHY HILL
TRIP TO NEASDEN SWAMINARAYAN TEMPLE…………
NEASDEN SWAMINARAYAN TEMPLE
23-04-18On Friday 20th April 2018 -Sai Ram Villa Residents attended an activities day at Neasden Swaminarayan Temple Our Activities Coordinator;
HIGH FLYER AT MABBS HALL
20-04-18Congratulations to Nicky Bowers at Mabbs Hall for her High Flyer Award Nicky received this for her contribution to training
YOUNG AND OLD IN HARMONY
EASTER BUNNIES CAME TO BIRCHY HILL
10-04-18As 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
23-03-18We 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
23-03-18As a tribute to our Irish Service users, we hoisted their flag on St Patrick’s Day. Irish Patrick (alias Paddy)
POLISHING MY SHOES………………….
23-03-18…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
23-03-18On 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
23-03-18This is a global challenge to create a movement to reinforce, focus, energise, create activity and engagement for nutrition and
MOTHERING SUNDAY AT BIRCHY HILL
12-03-18While Joyce was waiting for her Sons to come for Mother’s Day, she helped to surprise all the other Ladies
REMINISCENCE WITH “BABIES”
12-03-18Eaun enjoyed being a happy Granddad to our lovely dolls. He hugged and cradled them like real babies before he
THE BEAST FROM THE EAST ………………………
12-03-18………….… 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
12-03-18To his big surprise Kevin Moyce, who is the Gardener and part of the Maintenance team, was awarded the ‘Golden
VALENTINES TEA DANCE
23-02-18Birchy 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?
23-02-18The Barbers and Hairdressing Shop in to be found in Cedars Lane The shop is actually open every Tuesday and
QUIET ROOM
23-02-18As you walk to the Quiet Room the local friendly Cat wants to come in – Who will let him
WALK THROUGH UPPER CHERRY COURT
23-02-18As we take a little walk through Upper Cherry Court – What will we see?
ON ROUTE TO UPPER CHERRY COURT
23-02-18On your way as you go to Upper Cherry Court, you will find the Post office and a big red
DEMENTIA FRIENDLY INNOVATIONS AT BIRCHY HILL
23-02-18All 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
23-02-18Following 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
23-02-18As 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
14-02-18Mabbs Hall celebrated Valentines Day Is that a cheeky glass of wine I see?
WHO DO YOU THINK WILL WIN?
14-02-18Orchid care Home had their own Pancake Race. Here are two residents taking part – Who do you think will
FIRST HIGH FLYER OF 2018
12-02-18Michael Bandonill, A Night Health Care Assistant, received the award for January 2018. His reserved nature and his flexibility were
AND MORE TEA……..
08-02-18Orchid’s Deputy Manager and Training Co-ordinator went to tea with the Residents
CUP OF TEA……………
08-02-18A few Residents enjoying a cup of tea with the Staff in the newly opened Dementia Suite
REMININSCENE WITH “BUGSY” THE DOG
01-02-18It 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
31-01-18A few Residents went out to lunch at a local Pub near us Here they are enjoying their food and
TAKE A BREAK MAGAZINE
31-01-18Orchid 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
29-01-18At this point we would like to say a very big ‘Thank you’ to everyone who helped to make this
“MISS ANNIE” – ENTERTAINED US
29-01-18Our 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
29-01-18After 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?
29-01-18…we asked our Visitors, Family members, Staff, and Residents, and then invited them all to our Digni-Tea Party to highlight
GATHERING………….
29-01-18Gathering around our Dignity Tree in our Sensory Garden after the new plaque was mounted
A NEW PLAQUE FOR OUR “DIGNITY TREE”
29-01-18Some of you might already know that we have a permanent ‘real’ Dignity -Tree growing in the Sensory Garden outside
TRAINING
29-01-18Staff as well as Friends of Birchy Hill were invited to enjoy a training session about ‘Dignity’. Different Nationalities, different
DIGNITY WEEK AT BIRCHY HILL
29-01-18We celebrated Dignity with a full week of events, starting with a Crafts morning, where the Residents and the Staff
THE DIGNITY TREE
29-01-18A 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
29-01-18The Dignity in Care campaign was launched in November 2006 and aims to put dignity and respect at the heart
NEWLANDS CELEBRATING “CHANUKAH”
23-01-18Newlands Jewish Care Home recently celebrated Chanukah (The Festival of Lights) with the lighting of candles in a Menorah (Candelabra)
RESIDENT TURNS 105 AT NEWLANDS
23-01-18Eva Kay celebrated her 105th birthday on 13th January 2018 together with her Family . A party was held in
THE HUNT FOR FATHER CHRISTMAS
23-01-18Father Christmas was hidden in amongst the trees in our Grotto – but he couldn’t hide for long
CHRISTMAS CAROL SANG IN POLISH
23-01-18Together we sang to our friends and fellow Residents a Polish Christmas Carol Thank you both
REINDEERS AT ORCHID
23-01-18We began to fundraise at the beginning of 2017 in the hope we could celebrate Christmas with Reindeers visiting the
BELL RINGERS VISITED ORCHID
23-01-18The Bell Ringers from Christchurch came to serenade us with Christmas carols
FIND THE ELF………..
23-01-18Orchid hid the Christmas Elf everyday and the one who found him won a prize
BAGPIPER CAME TO ORCHID
23-01-18The Bagpiper came to celebrate Christmas again in December 2017 and he was a massive hit with our Scottish Residents
BIRTHDAY BOY
17-01-18Clive Ashton celebrated his birthday in style. As an addition to the usual celebrations, he enjoyed a musical afternoon in
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT BIRCHY HILL
17-01-18Every Birthday at Birchy Hill is celebrated with a proper birthday cake (not always with the right number of candles),
MEMORIES………….
17-01-18“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
15-01-18Golden 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
15-01-18Very 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 ………….
02-01-18Some of our Residents here at Birchy Hill started the New Year with another gathering. They welcomed 2018 with a
“SHOULD OLD ACQUAINTANCE BE FORGOT?..”
02-01-18New 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
28-12-17Residents and Guests enjoyed their Christmas dinner after having fun with the Christmas crackers, hats and crowns were proudly worn.
CHRISTMAS PRESENTS IN PINES
28-12-17Getting up early to find your presents under the Christmas tree – many of the Residents in Pines found presents
CHRISTMAS DINNER IN PEGGY’S CAFE
28-12-17The 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
28-12-17A Peaceful reflection in Upper Cherry Court – Residents and Visitors alike enjoyed their Christmas Dinner and were invited to
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS IN LOWER CHERRY COURT
28-12-17Christmas 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
28-12-17This year an Elf brought the Christmas presents to all the Residents at Birchy Hill. They loved their little gifts and
MERRY CHRISTMAS…………
28-12-17Birchy 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…………..
27-12-17Living 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
27-12-17The singer Caryn Morant was already missed by our Residents. As she recently gave birth to a Baby-boy (Louie) just
MUSICAL ADVENT CELEBRATION
27-12-17Birchy 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
27-12-17As 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
27-12-17Everybody 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
27-12-17Without warning Father Christmas and one of his Elves suddenly appeared when the party was in full swing. It was
A WONDERFUL ATMOSPHERE
27-12-17Not 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……………”
27-12-17What 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……….”
27-12-17It was Luis playing the piano and Joselito singing until the party came to an end. It was wonderful entertainment
PUDDINGS GALORE………….
27-12-17At Birchy Hill we had a big choice of puddings and gateaus for the sweet toothed kind. We were served these at
“THE JUMPING FLEAS”
27-12-17That’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”
27-12-17For the first time Birchy Hill offered a practical placement for a Student Nurse. Marie Drayton, Student Nurse who is
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
27-12-17To round up our Pre- Christmas celebrations we had the honour to be visited by “Reverend John Pawson and the
“VENITE ADOREMUS IN BETHLEMHEM….”
27-12-17This 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
27-12-17Friends and Families joined the Residents for the last Church service in 2017. All those present enjoyed the singing, the
“FELIZ NAVIDAD, FELIZ NATAL ………………..”
27-12-17“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
27-12-17Our 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
11-12-17Friday was Panto time at Birchy Hill. The Residents, some Friends and Families were thrilled by the performance that the London
WINTER NIGHTS
11-12-17In December the nights come early and are very dark in the Hampshire country side. But not at Birchy Hill –
SNOWMAN ARRIVES AT BIRCHY HILL
11-12-17Birchy Hill have a new Resident, although he lives outside in the garden
BROCKENHURST COLLEGE PERFORMS
08-12-17Young Performers welcome in Birchy Hill Brockenhurst College Performing Arts Group gave us a nice morning singing Christmas Carols and
RETRO RITA
08-12-17Retro Rita presents her Christmas Crackers Retro Rita engaged her audience with lovely Christmas tunes everybody could remember. She brought
FRIENDSHIP WITH THE COMMUNITY
08-12-17The Catholic Church in Lymington established their very own choir to sing for the elderly – The Friendship Singers! This
SWAY BELL RINGER’S
08-12-17Four Ladies from the Sway Bell Ringers visited Birchy Hill to perform in front of our Residents. Everybody enjoyed the
BIRCHY HILL’S CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
08-12-17Homemade delicacies, Christmas decorations, and gifts were offered. Friends and Families of our Residents loved to buy them. A raffle
SAM’S CHRISTMAS CAKES
08-12-17Our Chef Samantha Nash had out done herself with this year’s Christmas cakes. They were on offer in our Café,
MAN IN BLACK
08-12-17Our very own very talented pianist Luis Andrade spoiled the Residents, Guests and the Staff alike with his lovely music.
OH, COME YE FAITHFUL…
08-12-1735 young voices from Sway Primary School sang like little angels. They were accompanied by their teacher who played the
NOVEMBER HIGH FLYERS
07-12-17Ana Matos (Health Care Assistant) and Ranjit Kaur (Senior Health Care Assistant) were both awarded with the Golden High Flyer
CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA AT BIRCHY HILL
27-11-17To start our 2017 Christmas Extravaganza the dancers “Light-Hearted” (previously known as “The Dancing Nuns”) pleased their audience with the
FATHER CHRISTMAS – DEBUT DANCE
27-11-17The 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
27-11-17On Saturday Morning a few Residents had the chance to see Father Christmas moving into his Grotto at Stewart’s Garden Centre.
LYMINGTON TOWN BAND
27-11-17As 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
22-11-17On 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
17-11-17Here is a selection of Staff and Residents wearing their onesies / Pyjamas in aid of Children in Need 2017
DEBBIE QUICK’S BIRTHDAY
17-11-17I would like to thank Dawn and Jackie from Orchid Care Home for my flowers and having a cake with
BIRCHY HILL’S TRIBUTE
13-11-17To commemorate the fallen and honour the many service men and women who have risked and for those who still
ANOTHER GOLDEN WING AWARD
13-11-17Golden Wings in Birchy Hill Marco Antraca received October’s Highflyer Award for being a hardworking Senior Health Care Assistant who
ARMISTICE DAY
13-11-17The 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
13-11-17They 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
13-11-17The scene voted for the most at Cherry Trees ………… is Coronation Street
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY PARADE
13-11-17Mabbs Hall Residents joined the Community on Remembrance Sunday in Milden Hall Town and submitted their Wreath
TEA PARTY
13-11-17Mabbs Hall held a tea party on Friday 10th November. The Residents had a lovely time
2017 UK Dementia congress
13-11-17Here is Helen – Windy Ridge’s Home Manager having a sneaky glass of wine
2017 UK Dementia congress
13-11-17Held in Doncaster at the Race course on the 7th 8th and 9th November 2017 Gillian Robinson Operations Director for
REMEMBER, REMEMBER – BIRCHY HILL
10-11-17Remember, 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
10-11-17A message from Debbie -PA to Gill Robinson I was invited to attend the Service for this years Remembrance. It
FIREWORKS AT ORCHID
06-11-17Here at Orchid we celebrated Fire work night on Friday 4th November 2017 with a few Fireworks, whilst the Residents
REMEMBRANCE 2017
02-11-17Orchid’s Residents decorated this mannequin in Poppies for Remembrance Sunday
MacMILLAN COFFEE MORNING AT ORCHID 2017
02-11-17Orchid 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?
01-11-17I wonder what they were searching for in this bowl
SPOOKY AFTERNOON
30-10-17It was a “Spooky afternoon” at Birchy Hill with a “Lady in Red” Last weekend Residents, Families and Friends celebrated Halloween
HALLOWEEN ARRIVES AT ORCHID
27-10-17Orchid 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
26-10-17Emilys Granddaughter Carol kindly paid for entertainment on the day for all the Residents to enjoy and help Emily celebrate
HIGH FLYER AT NEWLANDS
26-10-17Joanne awarded John Marshall a High Flyer Award for Caring in and above his role Well done John from all
BBQ FUN DAY – SEPTEMBER 2017
19-10-17A 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
19-10-17Newlands 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
19-10-17We 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
19-10-17On 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
19-10-17Birchy 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
13-10-17Congratulations go to Hazel – Newlands Administrator, who won Admin of the North yesterday Congratulations to you Hazel on behalf
McMILLAN COFFEE MORNING 2017
02-10-17Mabbs 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
02-10-17“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
29-09-17Liberty’s Owl and Raptor Centre was visiting Birchy Hill and informed Residents and Staff about the differences in owls, their
SEPTEMBER 2017 – HIGH FLYER
29-09-17Once again a member of staff was awarded a Highflyer Award for working above and beyond his duties: Luis Andrade
SAM’S WALK 2017
21-09-17Memory Walk 2017 in Southampton Once again our Chef Samantha Nash walked to fight Dementia organised by the Alzheimer’s Society.
NEWLANDS CANARIES
15-09-17Newlands 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”
04-09-17Jinsy 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
04-09-17The annual Residents’ BBQ was a great success. With the wonderful sunshine, lovely guests, yummy food, and cheerful entertainment by
GO WEST AT BIRCHY HILL
04-09-17Birchy 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
24-08-17On 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
23-08-17Once again Birchy Hill awarded the Highflyer Wings to one staff, who went above and beyond their normal duties. Zina
ALL ABOARD
21-08-17On 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
21-08-17At our Summer Fete, we raised a staggering £620 Well done to everyone and thank you all for your support
ORCHID’S SUMMER FETE – 2017
21-08-17Orchid had a visiting Choir in to entertain all Staff, Residents and Relatives
TEA PARTY WITH NIGEL REVILL
21-08-17The 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
08-08-17Following 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
08-08-17Here at Orchid we celebrated with Mr and Mrs Jose – who were celebrating 41 years of marriage Congratulations to you
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY
28-07-17Our always friendly “Michael Ingram” celebrated his 90th Birthday surrounded by his Family. He had a lovely little party.
SUMMER FETE AT BIRCHY HILL 2017
28-07-17Birchy 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
28-07-17Romeo Solivas, Housekeeper and Artist at Birchy Hill, received this month’s High Flyer Award. His artwork is going above and beyond
LUNCH DATE FOR ORCHID RESIDENTS
21-07-17Orchid care Home Activity Ladies took a few Residents out for Lunch the other day at the Local Manor Farm
HAPPY 101TH BIRTHDAY
21-07-17Windy Ridge celebrated one of their Residents 101 Birthday last week Congratulations from all at MNS Care PLC and Angel
ALL ABOARD
14-07-17Our “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
14-07-17Let’s meet and welcome Cherry Trees new arrival of a Chick – they have named the chick “Nugget”
AN AFTERNOON FULL OF MUSIC
10-07-17On 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
10-07-17A 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
29-06-17A LOVING and devoted couple who ‘did everything together’ during their blissful 65 year marriage died within a day of
THE ORIENT VISIT TO SWAY
27-06-17We 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
27-06-17Here one of Our Residents is holding the plaque of the Manchester Bee “We Love You”
TREE TO COMMEMORATE THE MANCHESTER ARENA BOMBING
27-06-17The Residents from Cherry Trees brought a tree and planted it in the garden, with a plaque of the Manchester
WEDDING BELLS AT BIRCHY HILL
19-06-17Our 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
19-06-17Last 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
19-06-17One giant cup cake was the prize for the “Guess the weight of the Cake”- game on Cup Cake Day.
CUP CAKE DAY – JUNE 2017
19-06-17Our Chef Sam put a lot of effort into preparing wonderful tasty cup cakes, which made this Charity event on
CECILA TREVERS – HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT RECIEIVING HER AWARD
19-06-17Cecila received her Care Certificate
SARA SMITH RECEIVED HER HIGH FLYER AWARD
19-06-17Sara 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
19-06-17The 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
19-06-17On 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
19-06-17We had a lovely trip to Ballard Lake in New Milton. It was being enjoyed by a small group of
DAWN WARNER – SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
18-06-17Dawn Warner received another award, this time her Certificate for completing her Care Certificate
SARAH DUNCAN- SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
18-06-17Sarah received her award for completing her Care Certificate
ROSE DOWLEY RECIEVING HER AWARD
18-06-17Rose received her Award for completing her Care Certificate
MADZ GOLAGER – CARE ASSISTANT RECIEVING AN AWARD
18-06-17Madz 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
18-06-17Dawn receiving her High Flyer Award from Gill and Roney for her commitment to Orchid Care Home
DEBBIE QUICK – GILL’S PA RECIEVING AN AWARD
18-06-17Debbie 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
18-06-17Lyn 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
18-06-17Dawn 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
18-06-17Donna 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
18-06-17Christian has been with the Company for over a year and works Nights. The feedback I received from Residents on
ALZHEIMER’S CUPCAKE DAY 2017
16-06-17Here at Orchid, we joined in the Cupcake day Don’t they look great – well done to the Residents
CUPCAKE DAY AT NEWLANDS 2017
16-06-17We 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
16-06-17A great day out for some Residents of Orchid Care Home, as they floated down the River on a barge
A WONDERFUL SPREAD
16-06-17A wonderful spread was laid on for Roney as he attended Orchid Care Home on Thursday 15th June 2017 for
ORCHID RAISED A STAGGERING AMOUNT
09-06-17At Orchid they had a cake sale to raise funds for “Help the Heroes” They did great raising over £200.
PIANO AFTERNOON
05-06-17Birchy Hill is celebrating Spring Time Last Friday we were celebrating spring time with a very sunny Garden Party. Alastair
A LOVELY DAY OUT
05-06-17To enjoy the lovely sunshine, a small group of Residents had their morning coffee on the patio of a very
DEBBIE PENFOLD SOON TO BE DAWN’S DAUGHTER IN LAW
18-05-17All 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
18-05-17Here Angela Pawlak is awarded with her “High Flyer Award”
OUR VERY OWN ARTIST
17-05-17At 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
17-05-17ANOTHER HIGH FLYER AWARD WINNER AT BIRCHY HILL FOR HER HARD WORK AND EFFORTS IN MANAGING A GOOD FOOD SERVICE
GORDON MANLEY GETS HIS AWARD
17-05-17MARK 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
17-05-17MARK AWARDED MARIA SOLIVAS HER “HIGH FLYER AWARD” FOR: DEDICATION AS A NIGHT NURSE DEDICATION AS A DIGNITY NURSE RELIABLE
INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2017 – CAKE
17-05-17This is the wonderful cake made for International Nurses Day 2017 by our Chef Sam Well done
INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2017
17-05-17Birchy 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
10-05-17Labour 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
10-05-17Labour 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
10-05-17Labour 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
10-05-17Sandip 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
10-05-17Gareth Thomas, Labour MP for Harrow, here presenting Gillian Robinson – Operations Director for the Company with a High Flyers
GRADUATION
05-05-17Here are Staff from Orchid care Home who have just graduated at Prospect Hospice Congratulations to them all
HELP THE HEROES CAKE
02-05-17Here 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
02-05-17RESIDENTS, staff and friends at the Orchid Care Home in Haydon End had a fantastic time on Friday as a
DEMENTIA
02-05-17On 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
02-05-17After 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
27-04-17Here is Dawn the Manger at Orchid Care Home with one of the “Help the Heroes” bears
TIME FOR A BIT OF FRESH AIR
26-04-17We decided to make the most of the gorgeous weather and we went for a walk with these two lovely
CELEBRATION AT SAI RAM VILLA – APRIL 2017
25-04-17Happy Birthday Sai Ram Congratulations on your first year What a lovely cake
EASTER AT MABBS HALL 2017
20-04-17Mabbs 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”
20-04-17We 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
13-04-17I 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
13-04-17A HOST of sweet treats will spring from the oven later this month as staff at a Swindon care
EASTER BONNET PARADE AT BIRCHY HILL
13-04-17For 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
03-04-17With 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
24-03-17The 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
24-03-17Orchid 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
24-03-17Every year all Staff put in lots of effort to make Nutrition and Hydration Week a success. At Birchy Hill
Namaste at Birchy Hill
22-03-17Namaste 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
22-03-17Do you fancy a Milkshake or a Smoothie?, if so why not try Windy Ridge’s home version
Hydrate Event at Windy Ridge
22-03-17Windyridge Care Home has made a commitment to the hydration charter. The Clients are all enjoying exploring the new and
Twiddle Muffs at Birchy Hill
22-03-17On Wednesday 1st March 2017, Pam Smith, the President of Sway Women’s Institute, visited Birchy Hill together with the members Jo
HIGH FLYER AWARD
16-03-17We are proud to announce the introduction to our “HIGH FLYERS AWARD”, this award is to recognise the contribution our
Chocolates Galore
09-03-17At Orchid Care Home, they were given a box of chocolates and not just a normal size What can one
Easter Chick
09-03-17We 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
09-03-17At 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
08-03-17Today, 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
08-03-17Every 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
08-03-17Come and meet Orchid’s newest Resident animal – “Charlie the Canary” Ain’t he cute
A Vegan Valentine’s at Newlands Care Home
27-02-17A vegan Valentine’s at Newlands Care Home | Vegetarian for Life On a gloriously sunny Valentine’s Day, I made
Dignity Champions at Birchy Hill
08-02-17Our Manager announced the new Dignity Champions, who received their new badges and certificates.
Dignity Action Day at Birchy Hill in 2017
08-02-17Wednesday 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
02-02-17Orchid 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
02-02-17Residents at Mabbs Hall had a tea party on Wednesday 1st February 2017 for Dignity Action Day. Residents enjoyed it
Becoming a Dignity Champion
02-02-17Orchid 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
02-02-17Our Team of Senior Carers did a presentation and talk on Dignity and Respect for the Residents. Cream Tea was
Newlands Dignity Day 2017
02-02-17The 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
01-02-17Here is one of our Residents enjoying cuddles with the latest editions
Double Trouble at Birchy Hill
01-02-17On 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
27-01-17We were all entertained by this lovely singer, a good time was had by all
Come and see our Animals at Windy Ridge
27-01-17Zebra’s, Elephants, Rhino’s and Giraffes are among the new editions to Windy Ridge
DOES ANYONE FANCY A MOCKTAIL?
27-01-17If 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
27-01-17Not only was there banners made, they made a Chinese Dragon
Orchid Welcomes the Chinese New Year 2017
27-01-17At Orchid Care Home, the Residents have been busy making things and decorating the Cafe area with Chinese banners
Residents at Orchid meet “DISCO”
19-01-17Orchid were introduced to “DISCO” on Thursday 19th January 2017, all the Residents love him
Panto Time at Birchy Hill
09-01-17We 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
09-01-17On Friday 6th January, Residents, Families and Staff celebrated the New Year in with a swinging tea party. Caryn Morant
Happy New Year
30-12-16News 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
23-12-16The 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
20-12-16The Residents had a lovely tip to see father Christmas and his real reindeer in Stewarts Garden Centre in Christchurch.
Recorder Choir
20-12-16The guys from “Sway recorder Choir” brought another kind of Christmas tunes to Birchy Hill. Many of us remembered our
The Town Band
20-12-16Another goody in our Christmas extravaganza was the Lymington Town Band, playing their tunes with all kinds of brass instruments.
Brockenhurst College
20-12-16A visit from Brockenhurst College Performing Arts Group cheered every one up at Birchy Hill. They were singing well known
Sway Primary School
20-12-16Every year the youngsters from “Sway Primary School” visit us and entertain us with their lovely angelic voices Thank you
Bell Ringers at Birchy Hill
20-12-16Birchy Hill Care Home had a visit from the “Sway Bell Ringers” and gave us a lovely performance, which we
A Great Find At Newlands
20-12-16Hazel has been busy finding this book for one of their Residents. Alfred now has a big smile on his
Beautiful Patchwork Quilt
20-12-16One of our Carers – Linda Redman at Orchid Care Home has made this beautiful quilt which is being raffled
PATCH SHOWS OFF HIS NEW JUMPER
13-12-16Here at Orchid we couldn’t allow our Rabbit not joining in with the Tradition, here he is posing in his
BIRCHY HILL ENJOYS THE FIRST CHRISTMAS CRACKERS
06-12-16On Saturday 3rd December 2016, here at Birchy Hill started the December extravaganza with our annual “Christmas Bazaar”. The highlight
A visitor to the Hair Salon at Orchid Care Home
30-11-16Orchid Hair Salon gets a little visit from Mr Skeleton
Grand Opening of Peggy’s Cafe
30-11-16In July 2014 Peggy Stephens chose Birchy Hill to become her new home. She loved the Staff and the Staff
Pet Therapy at Mabbs Hall
22-11-16Mabbs Hall provides regular Pet Therapy Sessions and the Residents really enjoy it
We Will Remember Them!!
22-11-16From the beginning of November, Residents and Staff here at Birchy Hill Care Home purchased Poppies from the Royal British
Mabbs Hall Remembering the fallen
22-11-16The 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
22-11-16Care home residents craft poppies to remember fallen soldiers (From Swindon Advertiser) Care home residents craft poppies to remember fallen
Orchid Remembers
22-11-16To conclude our Remembrance activities for this year, we had school children dressed up in WWI and WWII clothes singing,
Lest we forget at Orchid
22-11-16Carrying 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
22-11-16Her at Orchid, we have a variety of animals, from Patch – our Rabbit, too Bill and Ben – our
Congratulations to our “Diamond Couple”
07-11-16Birchy Hill Resident Joyce Foot and her Husband Derek celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary on Thursday 3rd November 2016, with
A Penny for the Guy
07-11-16Remember, Remember the 5th of November……… Who of us would ever forget this poem? Guy Fawkes and the failed “Gunpowder
Bundle of Joy
06-11-16All the Staff at Hanbury Court would like to congratulate Staff Nurse Elsida Hoxha ans her Partner Marc on the
Remembrance at Orchid 2016
04-11-16Our Remembrance Tree here at Orchid, Residents have written on the poppies of people they remember from the war
End of Life Blanket
02-11-16We wish to send a huge heartfelt thank you to Queens Court Knitters, a local craft group in Marple for
Halloween Swinging at Birchy Hill 2016
01-11-16After 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
01-11-16Birchy Hill hosted a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 30th September 2016. Three Staff members baked and donated lots of
A Very Happy Sam
01-11-16After her 10 miles sponsored Memory Walk to support the Alzheimer Society. Our Head Chef at Birchy Hill, Samantha Nash
Cherrytrees Halloween 2016 Pumpkin Carving
01-11-16Here at Cherrytrees we got into carving our pumpkins – “Scary faces”
Hettie and her Daughter dressed up for Halloween 2016
01-11-16Here is Hettie Dixon from Orchid Care Home with her Daughter dressed up for Halloween – Don’t they look great?
Raising awareness for Breast cancer 2016
31-10-16Here 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
31-10-16Here is a Halloween decorated corner at Mabbs Hall
Spooky Staff at Windy Ridge for Halloween 2016
31-10-16Here are the Staff at Windy Ridge, all dressed up for Halloween – Don’t they look spooky?
8oth Birthday Celebration
28-10-16Mr Kenneth Bent celebrating his 80th Birthday with all his Family at Mabbs Hall on 27th October 2016 I would
Chickens at Cherrytrees
28-10-16The 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
28-10-16WISHING YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY DIWALI & A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR FROM THE RESIDENTS & STAFF OF SAIRAM VILLA
Sukkot
21-10-16This 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
21-10-16OUR RESIDENTS VISITED THE HINDU SANATHAN TEMPLE IN WEMBLEY ON 20TH OCTOBER 2016 FOR PRAYERS.
Sairam Villa – Sewa Day Performance
19-10-16ASIANA DISABLED CHILDREN PERFORMING SINGING AND DANCING HELD ON 16TH OCTOBER 2016 AT SAIRAM VILLA
Poppy Painted Glasses
07-10-16This is an event taken place at Orchid Care Home, Residents and the Activity Staff have painted glass jars with
MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING 2016
05-10-16ORCHID CARE HOME Held a coffee afternoon in aid of Macmillan Cancer ON FRIDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER 2016 DAWN AND HER
Birchy Hill – ‘Namaste’ in Action
23-09-16After 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
21-09-16Last 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
21-09-16Residents 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
21-09-16We 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
18-09-16Our maintenance staff at Sairam Villa completed 11 miles charity walk for ‘Shirdisai’ charity
Cherrytrees ENRICH programme
24-08-16As part of the ENRICH programme (Enabling Research in Care Homes). Cherrytrees have been supporting a student from Manchester University
Feeding time at Windy Ridge!
06-06-164 kittens become part of the family at Windy Ridge! Ella our ‘house’ cat gives birth to four adorable kittens.
Wedding at Mabbs Hall
06-06-16A 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
06-06-16Below are the planned activities for Mabbs Hall for 2016. Coffee morning on 18th August 11 am Residents and Relatives
Sai Ram Launches Summer 2016
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