29/12/2025
🍂✨ November Round-Up at Esmere Gardens! ✨🍂
November has been a wonderfully heart-warming month here at Esmere Gardens, filled with music, creativity, celebrations, and community moments that brought joy to residents and staff alike. We welcomed the arrival of The Esmere Singers, discovered quite by accident during our lively MindSong afternoon when a joyful chorus of “I’m Getting Married in the Morning” filled the room. Creativity flourished too, as residents crafted beautiful autumn wreaths using foraged materials, bringing the season’s colours indoors. Our month also included an exciting adventure aboard the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, where inclusive travel and stunning countryside views made it a day to remember.
Music played a starring role throughout November. From Nicki’s energetic drum fitness session (complete with opera finale), to Barry’s toe-tapping 50s–70s classics, and Philip Hayman’s mellow viola concert, our home was alive with rhythm, nostalgia, and smiles. We also loved welcoming the Moreton Beaver Scouts for a delightfully spooky intergenerational Halloween craft session — a memory that residents cherished. And our furry friends, Jenna and Julie the rabbits, returned for cuddles, bringing plenty of comfort and calm.
We had celebrations too, with joyful birthdays for Ted and Eddie — complete with cake, gifts, and a new Newcastle United cap for our super fan! There were also competitive laughs during our much-loved Cover the Number games, and a touching moment as Gretel completed a jigsaw again with pride and delight. We were especially thrilled to be recognised by The Daily Sparkle as Care Setting of the Month, highlighting the value of our popular Sparkle Time sessions and the dedication of our wonderful team.
November reminded us just how special daily life can be when filled with connection, creativity, and kindness. As we head toward the festive season, we look forward to even more moments that celebrate the spirit of Esmere Gardens — where life is truly for living. 💛