Abercorn residents enjoy Highlands holiday
From relaxing Loch views to lively games galore - residents from our care home in Hamilton have enjoyed a fabulous holiday to remember!
Bags packed and ready, the group from Abercorn House Care Home in Hamilton embarked on a trip to the Drimsynie Estate Holiday Village, where they spent time enjoying the breathtaking scenery and taking part in wonderful experiences – from relaxing lunches overlooking the beautiful Loch Goil, to air hockey challenges!
The home’s Lifestyle and Wellbeing Co-ordinator, Von Ryan Ong said: “This holiday gave our residents a wonderful opportunity to laugh, reminisce, and to experience the joy of going on a holiday, just like they did with their families. It was really special to see those moments of happiness, connection and excitement, creating memories they will treasure for a long time.”
“Seeing the smiles and hearing the laughter was wonderful. We are so proud to be able to offer experiences like this, which support wellbeing and happiness.”
Highlights of the trip included lunches overlooking the beautiful Arrochar Alps and fun evenings in the lodge, to karaoke and games like basketball hoops, air hockey and even a ride on a Virtual Reality simulator.
The holiday follows another outing, where residents enjoyed a road trip to Worcester in England and an overnight stay to visit an art exhibition featuring their own work. Their contributions formed part of a larger piece showcasing artwork created by residents from across Sanctuary Care homes in England and Scotland.
Rowena Alferos, manager at the ‘Very Good’ Care Inspectorate-rated, not-for-profit care home said: “Just because you move into a care home, it doesn’t mean you should stop enjoying the kinds of experiences you’ve always loved, like holidays. Events like this are so important and are yet another way in which we can truly enrich the lives of our residents.”
And the holiday was such a success, the next one is already being planned, so watch this space!
For more about life at Abercorn House, visit Abercorn House Care Home | Hamilton, Lanarkshire
