May was a month full of reflection, celebration and togetherness here at Silver Oaks, as we embraced the changing seasons with a range of meaningful and fun activities for our residents.
We marked VE Day with a heartfelt afternoon dedicated to remembrance and gratitude. Residents enjoyed a specially themed lunch and raised a toast to honour the bravery and resilience of the generation that lived through the Second World War. Music from Memory Lane lifted spirits, with a cheerful sing-along. The day was filled with a strong sense of community and reflection. Making it a moving and memorable occasion for all.
To celebrate the Spring Bank Holiday, we hosted a relaxing cream tea in the garden. With flowers in full bloom and a gentle breeze adding to the charm, residents enjoyed freshly brewed tea alongside a delicious spread of homemade cakes and sandwiches. The tranquil setting made for a perfect afternoon of conversation and companionship. An ideal way to enjoy the long weekend.
We’re proud to share that following an unannounced inspection from the Food Standards Agency, we have once again retained our 5 STAR Food Hygiene Rating! This achievement reflects the hard work, care and consistency of our kitchen team, who are dedicated to preparing nutritious, high-quality meals every day for our residents.
This month’s Arts & Crafts session was a peaceful and inspiring experience. Residents spent the afternoon colouring intricate designs while enjoying gentle background music. Activities like this promote fine motor skills, creativity, and relaxation all of which are important for emotional and cognitive wellbeing. It was a lovely way to unwind and express ourselves through colour and design.
We’re excited about what’s in store for June! Our upcoming calendar includes:
These events are designed to encourage connection, laughter and mental stimulation.
A big thank you to all the families, friends, and supporters who continue to enrich life at Silver Oaks. If you have any questions or suggestions about our activities, please don’t hesitate to speak with Kevin - we always welcome your input.
Here’s to another month of joy, community, and meaningful moments together.
April was a vibrant and musical month here at Silver Oaks! As spring brought new life outside, our home was full of energy, creativity, and music. We were delighted to celebrate three residents' birthdays this month, each marked with cake, music, and time spent with friends and loved ones. Thank you to everyone who helped make each celebration special. It’s always a joy to honour our residents and make their day as memorable as possible.
February has been a very busy month filled with celebrations, music, and fun moments for our residents at Silver Oaks!
We started the month by celebrating a special birthday with cake, decorations, and plenty of warm wishes. Chinese New Year brought a splash of colour and culture to our home, with themed decorations and a delicious lunch to mark the occasion.
As we step into a brand-new year, we’re excited to share all the wonderful happenings from the past month and give you a glimpse into what’s ahead for 2025. From festive celebrations and milestone birthdays to fun activities and new initiatives, life at Silver Oaks has been filled with joy, connection, and creativity.
We hope you’re enjoying our new blog series! We love sharing updates and moments from Silver Oaks with you. As we wrap up 2024, we’re excited to continue bringing you more news, stories, and glimpses into life at our home throughout 2025. Thank you for joining us on this journey!
Welcome to our November newsletter! As the days grow shorter and the leaves fall, we’ve been keeping spirits high with a variety of fun, creative, and meaningful activities for our residents. Here’s a glimpse into the exciting events we’ve enjoyed recently and a preview of what’s to come this festive season.
At Silver Oaks, we believe in making dreams come true, no matter how big or small. For our cherished resident, Kath, one heartfelt wish had lingered in her heart for decades: to locate her mother’s grave. What began as a distant hope turned into a heartwarming journey of discovery, perseverance, and community.
Whether you’re choosing a care home for yourself, or you’re a relative wanting to help your loved one find the perfect place, there are a lot of factors to consider.
You want to find the best possible care home for you or your loved one to reside in, so here’s what you should be looking for when searching for a good care home...
A day in life of a carer at Silver Oaks is never easy but is always rewarding. Our carers put our residents’ health and happiness at the forefront of their working day. Two days working at our boutique care home are never the same.
We spoke to our carers about what their life is like working at Silver Oaks, and what their day looks like from the minute they begin, to the second they finish up for the night.
At Silver Oaks, we understand that our boutique, care home is our residents’ home too and we make every effort to ensure your loved ones are looked after and made to feel at home.
This is especially important during the winter season, when the temperature drops and the environment outside gets a lot harsher.
There are a lot of different types of care available, and even more kinds of care homes, all specialising in varied aspects of responsibilities and attention.
One type of care home that can be hugely beneficial to residents is the boutique care home. different from other care homes, like nursing and residential, simply because it’s smaller and provides a more personalised environment. But why should you consider a boutique care home for your loved one and what benefits do they have over the other types of care available.
Everyone is welcome to join us in our beautiful garden on Saturday 4th August. There will be live entertainment, including a theatre production, local craft stalls, games, hot food, raffle, tombola, drinks and delicious homemade cakes. We will be collecting for a chosen charity TBC.
