The White House Nursing Home, London (2025)

15/08/2025

Caroline's Spa! 💆‍♀️💅

This morning, our lounge was filled with peace, laughter, and pampering as 15 of our lovely residents enjoyed a gentle spa experience with Caroline. Soft music, scented steam, and cosy facials created a relaxing atmosphere. Residents picked from chamomile, aloe vera, coconut oil, and floral facials, with cucumber slices and gentle creams adding to the treat 😌

Hand massages with honeysuckle-scented cream were a hit, especially when it came time to choose nail colours and glittery pink was the favourite! 💅 As facial masks worked their magic, residents relaxed, and warm towels brought comfort and smiles. 💜

There were touching moments too as Bob beamed after his first ever facial, Christopher asked to keep the hand cream on longer, Judith peacefully dozed off mid-treatment, and Ruth, trying a spa day for the first time, said she felt amazing !

A wonderful relaxing day, full of joy, care, and connection. 🥰

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12/08/2025

World Elephant Day!🐘

In celebration of World Elephant Day, our Residents came together to participate in activities to raise awareness for the protection of these majestic creatures and to shine a light on the need to stop illegal poaching and ivory trade, protect wild habitats, and supporting Elephant sanctuaries. 🙏

Did you know, the phrase 'Elephants never forget' holds true as Elephants can recall specific places and individuals after many years and even into old age! For that reason the Elephant serves as a symbol of hope for finding cures and developing preventative measures and treatments for Alzheimer's disease. 💜

As well as creating some wonderful Elephant Art, Gaye and Caroline led a beautiful floral activity with our Residents, using alstroemeria, spray chrysanthemums, and grey-sprayed gypsophila, mimicking the graceful droop of an elephant’s tusk. 🌸🌿 The arrangements were absolutely stunning, with a special centrepiece crafted by David now proudly displayed in our reception area. 🥰

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11/08/2025

Hip-Hop Hurray!

Last week residents had some "goofy" fun marking International Hip Hop Day which is a day dedicated to celebrating the rich history and culture of hip-hop.

Residents listened to hip hop music adorned in the obligatory hip-hop attire 🧢😎 whilst carers Catherine , Tania and Godson showed some cool hip hop moves. The session ended by watching some of the best hip hop performances on a big screen from New York!

Residents joined in the fun and proved their strength in celebrating diversity! 👊

08/08/2025

South Asian Heritage Month 💜

Yesterday we had a wonderful time celebrating South Asian Heritage Month which runs from 18th July to 17th August each year, the month long celebration is dedicated to the heritage of people with roots in the South Asian countries of India , Pakistan , Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and Maldives. ☺️

It was an wonderful afternoon, with staff from diverse cultural backgrounds coming together to honour South Asian Heritage. The Residents took their seats in the lounge to witness an array of entertainment and dancing, with some even joining in! We had a beautiful display of Sarees, Jewellery and cultural dresses and a delicious buffet of Asian delicacies! 😋🍤🥟

It was a fantastic afternoon embracing the the rich diversity within our Home and the surrounding community 💜🥰

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04/08/2025

Cloyda, Cuba & Caribbean Themed Tea! 🍹

This morning, we welcomed Residents from Cloyda Nursing Home for a vibrant Cuba-themed celebration! 🎉 The lounge buzzed with energy as everyone enjoyed a Caribbean quiz exploring Cuba’s culture, music, drinks, and geography ! Laughter and encouragement filled the room as residents and guests eagerly participated!🤩

Congratulations go out to quiz winners Duncan, Neil and Nizar, whose enthusiasm won cheers and applause from everyone. 👏

To top off the celebration, we served a delightful afternoon tea with a Caribbean twist with tropical fruit, Cuban snacks and cocktails! 🍍🍹Residents also received some Cuban currency as a keepsake. A touching moment came when Bob asked to keep his cocktail umbrella, stirrer, and Cuban currency to share with his family.. reminding us just how meaningful these inclusive experiences are 🥰💜

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02/08/2025

Wish day out for Kevin and Gerry 🥰

This week Kevin and Gerry enjoyed a wonderful morning trip to the local garden centre with Caroline and Freddie. They particularly liked the tropical aquarium display, which instantly captivated them! 🐠🐡 Kevin was especially excited, having already decided what fish he wanted for his bedroom tank. He spoke clearly with the staff, describing the fish, plants, and food he needed—a proud moment of independence and confidence!

While Kevin focused on the aquarium, Gerry explored the garden centre’s unusual plants. He was especially amused by a quirky “tickle plant” that reacted to touch, making everyone laugh. They also chose miniature roses to brighten their rooms, delighted by the scent and colour.🌹

What made the day special wasn’t just the outing, but how happy and engaged both men were. Kevin couldn’t wait to set up his tank with Tomasz, Godson, and Freddie, while Gerry proudly shared his new plants. Kevin said more than once, “This is one of my best days.” Moments like these remind us why we do this work.. seeing our Residents make choices, express themselves, and find joy in simple things. 🥰💜

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01/08/2025

Friends and Friday Fun! 🎤🤩

We have had some Fantastic entertainers at the Home this month starting off with our firm favourite, Jane, she performed timeless classics from Elvis, ABBA and Dolly Parton as well as taking special requests for West End melodies. Hands clapped, feet tapped, and the atmosphere was lively ! Caroline and staff danced with Residents, bringing smiles to everyone. David and Anna lit up the dance floor, and Gerry joined in dancing and singing. whilst our Residents sang and clapped, making it a memorable morning!

A week later Jimmy entertained with 60s and 70s hits, taking requests and filling the room with nostalgic joy ☺️ Residents, including Gerry, Zia, and Helen, danced to the music, while others clapped and cheered! The Big Heart Band brought a musical extravaganza to our lounge, filling the air with the sweet sounds of a saxophone! The room was alive with toe-tapping tunes and beaming smiles as we sang along to the music 🎷

Today we welcomed Richard, our guitar-playing entertainer back, he treated us to songs from the 40s to 60s, making the atmosphere very nostalgic.. Joan requested Cliff Richard, and David asked for Fleetwood Mac, both met with applause 👏 Residents danced, clapped, and sang, creating a joyful scene. Richard even commented it felt like a party 🎉 perfectly capturing the morning’s spirit. It was a Joyful morning in our splendid new Lounge 💜

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31/07/2025

Kingston Museum & Kingston Library!🤓

Some of our talented residents recently took part in a wonderful community arts event hosted by Kingston Library and Kingston Museum. The hands-on workshop focused on block painting Saxon tunics, preparing for the Saxon Encampment and Re-enactment in Kingston Town Centre on 26–27 July. The event marks 1100 years since King Athelstan was crowned the first King of England in Kingston! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Residents David and Christopher joined community members to decorate Stunning linen tunics using traditional block painting techniques. Materials were provided by Emma Humphreys from RBK and Sonia from Craft My Day, with support from Katie Erskine and Diane Gregory from the Community Libraries team.. 😀Participants used hand-carved oak stampers featuring floral and nature-inspired designs. David impressed with his usual artistic detail, and Christopher showed a strong eye for colour and design. Photos captured the proud moment that David and Christopher modelled their finished work and reflected on the joy of contributing to the project. 💜

Funded by the National Heritage Lottery Fund, the event brought local history to life and we’re incredibly proud of our residents and look forward to seeing their beautiful tunics worn by actors at the Saxon Fair this weekend! 🤩

And today our Residents, Seeli and Deanna escorted by Indre and Noel enjoyed a Dementia friendly Interactive Music Session at Kingston Library Service 🎹🎼 The Session included a section run by the Charity Lost Chord and starred a very talented musician called Maciek O'Shea who really had our toes tapping! 😍

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29/07/2025

International Tiger Day & Safari Trip 🐅

is widely recognised as a reminder we need to protect this once thriving animal which has become endangered due to poaching, habitat destruction and human conflict😔Sadly, their population has decreased by more than 95% in the past century. Thirteen nations now collaborate annually to increase awareness and put conservation measures in place in an effort to stop this worrying trend.

To celebrate this most Majestic creature the Residents participated in a variety of Activities.. In the morning we arranged flowers and volunteer Gaye brought orange blooms and special ink to dye the water to resemble a Tiger's eye! 🐯 And In the afternoon Indre set up the screen and residents watched relaxing Tiger videos and listened to soothing safari music! 🎧

For some of our lucky Residents an adventure ensued today when Caroline took the wheel of our trusty minibus and set off to Woburn Safari Park everyone was excited for a fun-filled day! Once inside the Park, we were treated to an incredible display... majestic elephants, cheeky monkeys and roaring lions to towering giraffes, all met with gasps of amazement! We saw Rhinos, Hippos and even a graceful gazelle, but the real highlight of the day was, of course, the magnificent Tiger. With its striking orange and black stripes, the Tiger lay peacefully on a stump, and we were lucky enough to capture some amazing photographs from the comfort of the bus. Just as we were leaving, two playful monkeys leapt onto the roof of the minibus and peeked in through the windows, causing a burst of laughter and squeals of delight!! 🙈🐒

The journey back was filled with excited chatter as the Residents recalled their favourite moments from the day, we felt truly blessed to have shared this unforgettable experience together, creating memories that will last a lifetime! 💜🐘🦛🦓

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25/07/2025

Cheese, Wine and Ice Cream! 🧀🍷🍨

The Residents have been feeling in a very summery mood... and with the delicious Ice Cream from Enrico's earlier this week still fresh in their minds, the theme spilled over into our latest knitting session with Sue! With help from Indre and a variety of wool provided by Sue, the Residents created some wonderfully colourful Ice cream cones with paper and pom poms that looked good enough to eat! 😍

The weather held up long enough today for the Residents to enjoy time outside .. and we couldn't think of a better reason to be alfresco, (and to celebrate food.. again!😅) than with National Wine and Cheese day! Indre, along with Godson, Costel and student Nurse Angel hosted a gathering to sample a delectable selection😋🧀🍷 Residents were served a variety of wines, paired with snacks including cheese, grapes and crackers and they were encouraged to guess the different flavours.. most Residents opted for red, some had rose and some sparkling wine but they all agreed the taste was fantastic! 🥂

Residents also chatted about their favourite cheeses and wines followed by a quiz where we learned some very interesting facts! Residents were surprised to learn that one cluster of grapes makes up one glass of wine 😮 The afternoon was an engaging and sensory experience, combining the use of our senses, smell and taste along with an educational presentation and discussion! ☺️💜

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24/07/2025

Self Care Staff Cafe! 🥰💜

In today's Staff Cafe, we collectively celebrated International Self-Care Day in the lounge area. An informative introduction about the significance of the day, along with the planned activities, was shared with the entire team...this included a simple health screening, including checking blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation. 🩺 These checks were conducted diligently by Rony and Ajitha and Staff members received valuable health education with the opportunity to ask questions, which were addressed thoroughly! ✅

In addition, Joie graciously prepared an attractive fruit platter and a selection of nuts for the staff to enjoy. 🍓🫘 A short, educational video highlighting practical self-care tips was also presented to the team.

To conclude the event, all staff members took a self-care pledge, committing to prioritise their own health and well-being. The staff praised the session, commenting that it was both highly informative and productive! 😌💜

22/07/2025

National Ice Cream Day! 😋🍦

We were truly thrilled to welcome Enrico's Ice cream van to the Home on National Ice Cream Day! 🍦Enrico's family have been serving their Ice cream to the public for over 100 years..Established in 1913 he is the 4th generation to run the business! He makes his Ice cream fresh every day in his factory in Kingston and won the award of National Ice Cream Maker in 2020! 😍

He came to visit on a lovely sunny afternoon, sun hats were worn and music played.. we had to be quick before the sun melted the ice creams and not only were we pleased to see the rain hold off.. we were very pleased to enjoy the delicious afternoon treats!

There were 14 different flavours on offer from the classic Vanilla and Chocolate to Pistachio, Rum & Raisin, Bubble Gum and Cola Sorbet 😋 The Residents covered nearly all the flavours with everyone avoiding the Bubble gum! 😅 We were so pleased to have volunteers Pat & Sue attend and even residents who couldn't come outside had delivery of an ice cream.. it was a lovely afternoon for all 💜🥰

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