Archive for the ‘Art’ Category

Our environment and activities allow people to socialise and pursue their interests either as part of a larger group or solo.  Here are hilights from this week

In our new garden…

Walking……..

Doing puzzles….

Singing…..

Chit chat…

Turning a  bunch of wild flowers picked on a walk into beatufil arrangements

We have added Yoga to the programme a few weeks ago, which is going very well. Art isn’t on the programme as a specific activity, though several residents do practice their art at Rose Lodge. If anyone knows of an art teacher who would like to lead an art class once a week then please let us know.

…Rene and June did some painting themselves. In fact Rene now paints regularly. Isn’t it wonderful when residents inspire other residents (and carers!) to try something new or re-discover seemingly forgotten pleasures ?

It is easy when you know how. Doreen certainly does and she inspires other residents to do some painting themselves. Fantastic!

Doreen is an accomplished poet, painter, and preacher. She joined us last week and is making a wonderful contribution to life in our little community.  I am negotiating a price for the painting she did last week, I think it will look great in the dining room. She is driving a hard bargain!