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The Seaside Comes to Fordingbridge with Spare Tyre Theatre Productions

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At our Fordingbridge Nursing Home in Hampshire, we believe in enriching the lives of our residents in every way possible. That’s why we were so excited to welcome Spare Tyre Theatre Productions for a truly unique and heartwarming experience.

 

Seaside comes to fordingbridge

 

A sensory journey to the seaside

Spare Tyre’s talented performers brought the sights, sounds, and even the smells of the seaside directly to our residents. This innovative performance wasn’t just about watching; it was about full sensory immersion. Residents held real seashells, breathed in the refreshing scent of ozone (mimicking the sea air), and even participated in creating a giant fishing net with the theatre team.

Memories ignited, joy shared

The performance was more than just entertainment; it was a powerful tool for memory stimulation. Familiar sights, sounds, and textures evoked cherished memories of seaside holidays and days spent by the ocean. The joy and excitement on the residents’ faces were truly heartwarming.

Shared experiences for all

Spare Tyre’s commitment to offering these performances free of charge ensures that everyone has the opportunity to experience the magic of theatre. This inclusive approach aligns perfectly with our philosophy at Fordingbridge Nursing Home – creating a space where joy and connection are accessible to all.

A place where memories bloom

Fordingbridge Nursing Home goes beyond providing basic care. We strive to create a stimulating environment that fosters a sense of well-being and ignites cherished memories. Spare Tyre’s unique performance is a shining example of how we achieve this goal.

Care that prioritises well-being

If you’re looking for a care home that offers innovative activities, compassionate care, and a focus on resident happiness, look no further than Fordingbridge Nursing Home. We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our philosophy and the exceptional care we provide.

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.