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Our Annual “DIGNI-TEA” Celebration

At the start of February each year, we proudly host our Annual Tea Party, aptly named “DIGNI-TEA”, to mark and celebrate Dignity in Care. As members of the Dignity Council, we are continually inspired throughout the year alongside our colleagues across our three...

February 2026 at Lyndhurst – Friendship, Celebration & Winter Fun

February is shaping up to be a wonderfully varied and joyful month at Lyndhurst, filled with creativity, celebration, music, and seasonal fun for all to enjoy. Dignity in Care & Our DIGNI-TEA Celebration We begin the month with Dignity Action Day, followed by our...

Our Fabulous Christmas Party at Lyndhurst

Our Christmas party at Lyndhurst, held on Friday 19th December, was a truly festive and joyful celebration for everyone involved. The afternoon was brought to life by the amazing Geoff Dean, who entertained us with a wonderful mix of jolly Christmas songs alongside...

December 2025 at Lyndhurst – A Month of Festive Fun

December is always a magical time at Lyndhurst, and this year is no exception. Throughout the month, residents will be enjoying a wide range of festive activities, entertainment, and seasonal treats, all designed to bring warmth, joy, and togetherness during the...

Remembrance Day – A Special Visit from Swalecliffe Primary

On 11th November, we gathered for our Remembrance Day Service, beginning the morning with a reflective two-minute silence. Residents and staff came together to honour and remember the courage and sacrifice of our Service Men and Women. The afternoon was made...

November 2025 – Activities at Lyndhurst

November is filled with music, movement, remembrance, and seasonal crafts for everyone to enjoy. Here’s what’s on throughout the month at a glance. (Timings and items from the Activities Agenda.) Week 1 Mon 3rd: Busy Bees Household Helpers (morning); Poppy Crafts –...

August 2025 – Activities Agenda Lyndhurst

August 2025 – Activities Agenda We have another busy and exciting month ahead at Lyndhurst, filled with music, games, crafts, and seasonal celebrations. Here’s a look at what’s planned for August 2025: Week 1 Friday 1st: Morning – Manicures & Massages. Afternoon –...

July 2025 – Activities Agenda – Lyndhurst

We have an exciting month of activities planned for July 2025, full of creativity, music, movement, and social events. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: Week 1 Tuesday 1st: Morning – Homelife duties. Afternoon – Farmers Cat Word Quiz, 2:30pm. Wednesday 2nd: Morning –...

Capturing Memories – National Camera Day

To celebrate National Camera Day (June 30th 2025), we handed out classic retro “one-time use” disposable cameras for our residents to enjoy. They were free to take photos of anything they liked around the home and garden, focusing on their favourite things and...

Musical Entertainment with Geoff Dean

Here’s a selection of photos from our recent musical afternoon with the talented singer and performer Geoff Dean. Geoff brought along his unique instrument – a “Keytar” (a keyboard guitar) – which gave the music a refreshing and distinctive sound. The performance was...
LYNDHURST EASTER PARTY ’24

LYNDHURST EASTER PARTY ’24

Here is a collection of photos from our Easter Monday celebration (April 1st ’24), with musical entertainer, Geoff Dean singing & performing, who is also a Puppeteer, and who had great fun in asking our staff & residents to try their hand with the puppets...

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Love and Friendship Day

Love and Friendship Day

Today, February 14th, (traditionally Valentines Day), we at Lyndhurst host a “Love & Friendship” Day. Celebrating ALL kinds of love, with a focus on FRIENDSHIP for one another. We have always been mindful and sensitive to the fact that in our Homes, we have many...

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Canterbury Garden Centre

Canterbury Garden Centre

Thought you’d like to see photos of our Outing to Canterbury Garden Centre, yesterday. Pat, Joyce & Pam all had a lovely time, and enjoyed themselves looking around the lovely array of flowers, shrubs and trees, and their wonderful selection of gifts etc.. Plus,...

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Hand Therapy Putty

Hand Therapy Putty

Our new Therapy Putty for Hand exercise and rehab, is proving to be very helpful for individual and group support, assisting residents to gradually increase flexibility, improve strength and decrease stiffness and gradually help to relieve joint pain. It’s good hand,...

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Digital Activity Table

Digital Activity Table

Our new Digital Activity table, has already proved to be a favourite among our residents, offering them classic & familiar games but connected with technology that introduces Residents to a whole new world of an interactive touch screen, offering interconnectivity...

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