The care team at New Copford Place, the Colchester-based residential care home run by charity, Friends of the Elderly, recently hosted a wonderful summertime BBQ and fun party afternoon for the residents to enjoy with their families, friends at loved ones.
Activities Coordinator Chelsey Leather said: “To make the most of the glorious weather, we decided to throw the residents a summer party outside in our beautiful gardens.The residents and their families love all our events and knowing how much they enjoy our BBQs, it was the perfect idea for a family fun party in the sun.”
Daniel Sabau, Registered Manager, commented: “When we host any type of party or event, we always try to ensure that there is something for everyone to take part in and enjoy.The summertime BBQ party was no exception. We had a range of accessible and inclusive garden games for everyone to play including Quoits, Giant Naughts and Crosses, Boules, Giant Dominoes and Tin Can Alley and, alongside the delicious BBQ and refreshing drinks, the residents and their guests, enjoyed a great musical performance by singer, Sarah Louise.”
“Hosting family events and spending time with family, friends and loved ones is extremely important for the residents as regular visits helps to keep them physically healthy, mentally sharp, and emotionally happy,” added Chelsey. “Enjoying time with family and friends also helps to lower stress and boosts brain power.”
“Everyone had a really marvellous time at our summertime BBQ party. The residents and their guests said how much they enjoyed it. It was lovely to see everyone smiling, chatting away, enjoying catching up with each other, reconnecting with old friends and even making new acquaintances. The delicious BBQ and refreshments went down exceptionally well, and the residents all agreed that it was a great afternoon and a wonderful way to spend quality time with their loved ones,” concluded Daniel.
