Summer rain and better days
Sadly, our garden parties had to be held in less than ideal conditions. The staff of the home held their first garden party on a Friday evening in monsoon conditions, but nobody minded.
The next day, we held a second party for residents and their families. The continued poor weather meant the day was a bit of a challenge for the organisers but once again, everyone enjoyed the day. The excellent food provided by cooks and volunteers, being a good substitute for sunshine.
However, we had good weather for our own Olympics competition day.  This was organised as an entry to the national competition held by NAPA. (the National Association for Provision of Activities for older people.)
Residents and staff took part enthusiastically and we had a fun day.

 We started with a Boccia competition (this is like Boule but sitting down). Some people became quite competitive....

After the Boccia, came the welly wanging competition which was adapted for all comers. 

The morning competitions were rounded off with a medal ceremony of chocolate medals

In the afternoon we all danced until some could dance no more and sat down for tea and cake.

Since that busy day we have been outside in the garden making the most of the arrival of summer. The former sportsmen and women among our residents are now looking forward to the real Olympics.

Flaming June:

In spite of the miserable weather residents have still managed to enjoy themselves. During Ascot week, some of the ladies made fascinators to wear on Ladies day. People dressed up, had a glass of bucks fizz and sat with their race cards to watch the horses and the Queen on TV.

We had bets on hats and horses, while being served with a dainty afternoon tea.
In the last few weeks we have been watching the progress of 13 quail eggs as they hatched and produced fluffy chicks.

  
Residents have been involved in  looking after them and it has been an interesting project so far.

On the better days we are still able to get out in the garden and we welcome visits from families and friends and others in the community.

Coming up, we will shortly be holding our garden party for residents and their families. We are keeping everything crossed for dry weather!