Get in Touch

Cedar Lawn Residents enjoyed a Virtual Camping Experience!

Five srar review for cedar lawn

Cedar Lawn residents recently embarked on a unique adventure – a virtual camping trip right from the comfort of their lounge! Bart, the amazing head of housekeeping, transformed the space into a cozy campsite, complete with all the essentials for a memorable experience.

 

 

Cedar Lawn Residents enjoyed a Virtual Camping

 

Before setting off on their virtual journey, the residents engaged in a lively discussion about what to pack for the perfect camping trip. From essential food items and cozy sleeping bags to trusty torches for nighttime exploration, everyone shared their camping must-haves.

Singalongs & Stories by the Fire

As the virtual campfire crackled on the screen, the atmosphere filled with warmth and nostalgia. Residents enjoyed a delightful session of singing classic campfire songs, their voices creating a harmonious chorus. The virtual marshmallows toasted to golden perfection, adding a touch of sweetness to the experience.

Memories Shared, Laughter Sparked

Laughter filled the room as residents reminisced about their own past camping trips. Thelma shared a hilarious tale of a forgotten essential – tent pegs! Her family, armed with a 4-man tent but missing the crucial pegs, resorted to using skewers from a local butcher in a pinch. The story came full circle when they later discovered the misplaced pegs tucked neatly under the car’s spare wheel!

 

Albert’s nostalgic memories of fishing trips with friends, complete with cooking their catch for a delicious supper by the campfire, brought a smile to everyone’s face. These heartwarming stories fostered a sense of connection and community among the residents.

Looking for Care for Your Loved One?

At our Cedar Lawn Nursing Home in Romsey, Hampshire, we believe in creating a stimulating and engaging environment where residents can connect, share experiences, and create lasting memories.  We offer a variety of activities and events designed to promote well-being, spark creativity, and celebrate life’s special moments.

 

If you’re looking for a care home that prioritises resident happiness and fosters a strong sense of community, contact Cedar Lawn today! We’d be happy to answer your questions you may have.

Catherine
Sales Manager

Catherine has worked in sales and marketing her whole career, after graduating with a degree in Textile Management she worked in Corporate Workwear for many years. Catherine’s first role in the care sector was working with a disability charity that ran nursing homes and enablement projects for young adults.

Catherine

While her two children were younger, she joined her husband in his estate agency, but was delighted to return to the care sector in 2020 and now cannot imagine doing anything else.

Catherine’s role with Allegra is to support residents and their families as they explore care options. Working with the teams in the individual homes she ensures that during every stage from initial enquiry through to moving in with us every question is answered, and we offer the reassurance needed for the next chapter in our resident’s life. It is important for our residents to remain part of the community in which will have lived for years, often all their lives, so the other part of this role is connecting with local community groups, charities and organisations.

Catherine has said that working for Allegra with their groundbreaking household model means we are offering a home with compassion and care whilst ensuring residents are retaining their independence and quality of life.

Out of work Catherine enjoys baking and gardening The children are older now, but still keep her busy!

Paul Thomas
Regional Manager - Western Region

Paul has joined Allegra Care with 28 years’ experience in the health and social care sector including working in senior leadership roles for the last 18 years; covering operations, business management and quality assurance. Paul has a real passion for person centred care and how that is delivered at the highest level.

Allegra Team Paul Thomas

Paul has worked across a diverse sector over his time in health and social care and brings a wealth of experience to his new role as Regional Manager. Paul believes in integrating real and meaningful values and culture into a service and in doing so, delivering the outcomes for the people we support. Paul goes by the theory of values with no meaning, have no value.

Outside of work, Paul is the father of three boys and a 2nd degree black belt who teaches Judo.