Lakeside Watermead Care Home

19/11/2025

✨We had the pleasure of the beautiful sounds of the harp 🪉 that pulled on all of our heart strings here at lakeside 💓.

We even had an added extra with the flute. 🪈
✨Jane was great playing tunes from musicals and classical songs that was very relaxing with not a sound in the room, you could hear a pin drop. it was truly lovely! ✨

18/11/2025

Mary had been part of the Lakeside family for over 13 wonderful years. She sadly passed away earlier this month and will be deeply missed by everyone in the home.
Mary was loved by all, always joining in with daily activities and often taking the role of our bingo caller. She also loved visiting Gala Bingo with her friends, where she shared many happy moments and laughter.
She played a big part in planning and running activities and events in the home, especially taking the lead on raffles and making sure everyone bought a ticket from her! Mary also enjoyed spending her days completing jigsaw puzzles and encouraging others to join in with her.
A huge fan of Daniel O'Donnell, Mary was thrilled to receive a special video message from him wishing her a happy 80th birthday this April.
Mary will be remembered for her kindness, enthusiasm, and the joy she brought to everyone around her.
May she rest in peace.

14/11/2025

A little dancing to get your appetite going before teatime

12/11/2025

Mick the music man, lots of laughter and amazing singing, clapping, tapping, a few tambourine players .

11/11/2025

Staff Spotlight | Meet Darryl - Our Incredible Head Chef

With over 23 years of dedication to our home, Darryl is a truly valued member of our Lakeside family. His passion, creativity, and commitment to providing delicious, home-cooked meals have made him an essential part of daily life at Lakeside.
When he’s not preparing wonderful cakes and hearty meals for our Residents, Darryl enjoys experimenting with new recipes, getting lost in a good book, and most of all, listening to music!

A lifelong music enthusiast, Darryl has built an impressive vinyl record collection over the years. He also hosts his own radio show and has been DJing in his spare time for the past 25 years, bringing great energy and tunes wherever he goes!

We’re excited to share that Darryl will be hosting his next live music event:

🎵 Reggae Reggae Source
📍 The Hop Pole, Aylesbury
🗓️ Friday, 29th November | 7 PM - 12 AM

All are welcome to join! Many of our Lakeside staff are already looking forward to supporting him, it promises to be a fantastic evening of music and fun.

Thank you, Darryl, for everything you do for our residents and team. Your dedication and talent truly make Lakeside feel like home.

10/11/2025

Taken on a world trip, with the delightful Emily . With old times musical tunes . watermead living uk

07/11/2025

Luke was here encouraging everyone through weekly workout.

04/11/2025

Our latest newsletter has now gone live! 👉 Click here to have a read: https://mailchi.mp/lakesidewatermead/november-2025-newsletter?e=24b4862235

31/10/2025

A great afternoon at lakeside,Dancing,singing, with the great Lee rivers. Lots of yummy treats, great costumes 👹🎃 home # lakeside # care uk # #

22/10/2025

Delightful afternoon at Lakeside Care Home! 🎶 The Aylesbury Town centre Players brought their ukulele charm, filling the air with sweet melodies. 💫 We loved getting to know the players and sharing stories. A heartwarming moment came when one player shared that their mum was a former resident here at Lakeside! ❤️ We also celebrated a special couple's upcoming nuptials – wishing them a joyous wedding day in November! 🎉 Congratulations to the happy couple! 💕

Lovely comments from Aylesbury Town players on their socials

Well what a gig that turned out to be😁 Great energy. Thanks again to all that played today. No photos unfortunately.
We have been asked back, but will be into early next year as ours and the AUJ’s gig diary is looking very full in the coming couple of months. First time we have had a stage curtain opened with an announcement 🤘🏻🤘🏻🪕😊 The Town Center Players thank you guys! Great event

21/10/2025

A true haven of compassion and dignity, Sue’s story is a heartfelt reminder of the love and dedication our team brings to every moment of care.

Discover what makes Lakeside Watermead Care Home a place where exceptional care meets a welcoming community and where every person truly matters.

www.lakesidewatermead.co.uk

17/10/2025

"You are never too old to achieve your goals"

In October 2023, Sue began her online history degree with the open university, studying from the comfort of her own home at Lakeside Watermead Care Home in Aylesbury in a space she designed specifically for learning.

👉 Click here to have a read:

Sue Sexton, a dedicated adult learner from Aylesbury, is proving that determination and flexible support can make lifelong learning a reality.