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Good Vibes Only Reggae Party at St Georges

Bob Marley's Birthday

It was all about the “Good Vibes” recently at St Georges Care Home, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset.

 

The home was filled with rhythm and soul as we hosted our first-ever “Good Vibes Only Reggae Party.” The timing couldn’t have been more perfect, as the event fell on what would have been the legendary Bob Marley’s birthday.

A Performance to Remember

To bring the authentic sounds of the Caribbean to Somerset, we were joined by the incredibly talented reggae singer Nick Byer. He was absolutely amazing, bringing endless energy and a fantastic atmosphere to the lounge. Performing a setlist of well-known Bob Marley classics and other reggae hits, Nick had everyone moving to the beat.

 

The residents loved every moment, singing along and “jamming” while enjoying some traditional island treats, including refreshing rum punch and delicious homemade Jamaican ginger cake. It was most definitely a “Good Vibe Friday” to remember!

Vibrant Living at St Georges

Events like these are a cornerstone of our commitment to providing a stimulating and joyful environment. By celebrating diverse cultures and musical histories, we ensure that there is always something exciting for our residents to look forward to, fostering a sense of community and shared celebration.

Considering care for a loved one?

At St Georges, we believe that a vibrant activities programme is essential for a fulfilling lifestyle. If you would like to experience the energetic and welcoming atmosphere of our home for yourself, please contact our friendly team on 01934 524598 to book a tour or visit our website to learn more about our specialised care services.

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.