Local care home hosts intergenerational afternoon
“We invited the school to the home as we know how important intergenerational activities are for the residents at our home, and they had a lot of fun on the day"
Bayleaf Care Home, in Huntingdon recently invited pupils from nearby St Johns C of E Primary School for an afternoon of intergenerational fun at the home. The event, which took place on 17th April saw residents and pupils sitting together whilst creative some beautiful drawings which Bayleaf Care Home will display throughout the home.
Once the activities had finished, the catering team at the care home provided a selection of healthy snacks and drinks for everybody.
General Manager, Katie Wilkinson of Hilton Park, said: “We invited the school to the home as we know how important intergenerational activities are for the residents at our home, and they had a lot of fun on the day. We are such a welcoming home and if anyone ever wants to stop in for a lovely afternoon, or just for a cuppa and a break, we’d love to have you join us.”
Bayleaf Care Home resident, Freda Smith, said “It was such a lovely afternoon with all of the children. They were so well behaved and I wish that they could have stayed for a little bit longer. I hope they come to see us again soon”.
Bayleaf Care Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Bayleaf Care Home provides residential care and dementia care for 53 residents from short-term respite care to through long term stays.