Rowan Park Care Home

28/01/2026

What a wonderful day filled with creativity, laughter, and a little bit of magic! 🏺💫
Our residents and colleagues had great fun getting hands-on with pottery, shaping, creating, and expressing themselves through art. It was lovely to see so many smiles, shared moments, and beautiful creations come to life.
Thank you to everyone who took part and made the day so special! 💛🎨 💛🖤💛🖤

23/01/2026

This week, we celebrated 2 years since the opening of Rowan Park Care Home 💛🖤💛🖤
It was a truly touching moment to see our residents, families, and colleagues come together, sharing smiles, laughter, and memories. These past two years have been filled with compassion, dedication, and love, and none of it would have been possible without the incredible support and trust from everyone around us. We are so grateful for every person who has been part of our journey, and we look forward to creating many more precious moments together.💛🖤💛🖤

17/01/2026

There was a wonderful smell filling the air at Rowan Park Care Home during our bread making session, and it brought so many smiles along with it.

Baking is a powerful sensory activity. The feel of the dough, the familiar smells of flour and yeast, and the warmth of freshly baked bread can spark memories, emotions, and meaningful conversations. These sensory experiences often reach parts of the memory that words alone cannot.

Residents took real pride in making something themselves, from mixing and kneading to seeing the finished loaf. This sense of purpose and achievement helps build confidence, self-esteem, and wellbeing. Activities like this also support fine motor skills, concentration, and coordination in a gentle, enjoyable way.

Most of all, it was about fun, enjoyment, and shared moments together. Sitting around the table, working side by side, and celebrating the finished bread created connection, laughter, and a lovely sense of togetherness.

Simple moments like these make a big difference, turning everyday activities into meaningful experiences that support dignity, independence, and joy.

17/01/2026

This week we enjoyed a calming aqua painting session on Nettlebridge with our residents, and it was truly special to see the positive impact it had.

Aqua painting is a gentle, accessible activity that supports people living with dementia in so many ways. The flowing water and soft colours encourage relaxation, reduce anxiety, and provide a soothing sensory experience. Residents can take part freely without pressure, which helps build confidence and a sense of achievement.

Creative activities like this also support fine motor skills, hand–eye coordination, and concentration. Just as importantly, they open opportunities for self-expression when words may be difficult, helping residents share emotions, memories, and feelings in a meaningful way.

Spending time painting together on Nettlebridge also encourages social connection, conversation, and moments of joy. These shared experiences can lift mood, promote wellbeing, and create a strong sense of belonging.

10/01/2026

William went out to his swallow group yesterday to see some friends and catch up with his special friend Emily. ❤️

10/01/2026

The residents had a really fun afternoon celebrating Elvis’s birthday with a sing-song. Everyone joined in, singing along to their favorite Elvis tunes, clapping, and smiling. The music brought back lots of good memories and filled the room with laughter, making it a great afternoon for everyone. 🎶😊

08/01/2026

Some of the ladies went to the Stratton coffee morning today, They were made very welcome and enjoyed coffee and cake and a natter

08/01/2026

A cheese and wine afternoon was held on Wednesday on the Writhlington floor, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the occasion.

31/12/2025

30/12/2025

It was a mixed and enjoyable day at Rowan Park, with a variety of activities to keep everyone engaged. We started with scarf exercises, followed by games of Jenga and Scrabble, which brought plenty of fun and interaction. The afternoon was rounded off with a visit from Nick the potter, and everyone enjoyed a traditional cream tea.