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Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Care home residents treated to Edinburgh Fringe Cares performance
Residents and guests at Queens Manor care home in Barnton enjoyed an afternoon of musical performances as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Cares Fest, now in its fourth year. Classical pianist Matthew Shiel and Fringe artists Busker Dan Sandoval and singer Anna Vanosi performed a selection of classic hits including some old Italian Jazz favourites. The event was opened by the Lord Provost, The Right Honourable Robert Aldridge and was attended by special guests including founder Joe Goldblatt, from the Edinburgh Interfaith Association and his wife. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Residents joined in with the singing and dancing and the hospitality team at the home also provided a spread of sweet and savoury treats for guests to enjoy during the show. General Manager, Margaret-Ann Davidson said, 'Our residents and guests had a wonderful day singing along with the wonderful performers. We do our best to provide a wide range of activities and entertainment at Queens Manor as part of the lifestyle enrichment programme for residents, and this was one of our favourites! Fringe Cares Fest started right here in Queens Manor four years ago and this exciting initiative is growing year on year.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad One resident said: 'I've had an amazing day – loved every minute!' Queens Manor residents enjoy Edinburgh Fringe Cares performance Queens Manor care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK's largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Queens Manor provides residential and residential dementia care for 60 residents from respite breaks to long term stays.
Scotsman
06-08-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Hops, happiness, and heart: Strachan House celebrates International Beer Day
You better beer-lieve that residents at Strachan House care home in Blackhall, Edinburgh, were more than hoppy to raise a glass, and sample some top craft ales, bitters and lagers, in celebration of International Beer Day. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Activities team at Strachan House set up 'The Rolling Bar' drinks trolley for an exciting mobile bar experience and brought in a range of brew-tiful British and International ales for residents to sample. Residents and their visitors enjoyed a beer tasting in the comfort of their home whilst they sampled the different craft ales, bitters and lagers. Fran Fisher, General Manager at the home, said: 'We love socialising and celebrating all kind of events, it is wonderful to be able to invite family and friends to come and join us for occasions like this. International Beer Day is a day that the residents really enjoy, who doesn't love a cold beer on a hot summer's day!' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Tom Brown, a resident at Strachan House, commented: 'I didn't realise we had so many wonderful local ales, it was fantastic to be able to enjoy a cold beer in the garden with my friends. We had a really special time and the beers were great.' Resident Tom, enjoying craft ales Our varied life enrichment programme keeps residents active, and provides a daily choice of engaging physical, mental and spiritual activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities. Strachan House is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK's largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Strachan House provides nursing care, residential care, and Dementia care for short and long-term stays.
Scotsman
16-07-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Local care home hostess celebrates 15 years of service
A hostess at South Grange in Monifieth has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 15 years. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Michelle, now hostess started at Barchester in April 2010 and has worked with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years. Michelle started off her journey in South Grange as a housekeeping assistant, then shortly after joined the activity team and now works as a hostess. Adele Keenan, Employee Services Director at Barchester said: 'I'm always pleased to hear stories about the long service of Barchester staff and am delighted Michelle has achieved this milestone. It is dedication like this that ensures our residents are provided with a happy place to live.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Catherine Lappin, General Manager of South Grange said: 'We're delighted to be celebrating 15 years of loyal service with Michelle. She has demonstrated her dedication and loyalty to this home and its residents year after year. I speak for all of us here at South Grange when I say that I'm looking forward to many more years of working with Michelle!' Michelle with her long service award
Scotsman
10-07-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Residents at Strachan House car home enjoy a taste of Wimbledon
Residents and staff at Strachan House care home in Blackhall, Edinburgh were at the ready for the start of Wimbledon with delicious strawberries and cream, all washed down with a glass of Pimms. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Tennis fans at Strachan House were delighted to be able to watch this year's 138th Championships. Residents and staff got together to watch the matches and celebrated by havingtraditional Wimbledon-inspired strawberries and cream, whipped up by head chef Paul. Residents were able to put their tennis skills to the test with a friendly indoor competition. Fran Fisher, General Manager at the home, said: 'We've had a fantastic time celebrating the Wimbledon championships today, it is always a firm favourite with our residents. We're planning on watching as much as we possibly can again this year and enjoying every minute!' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Resident, Katherine commented: 'I truly love watching Wimbledon, it is definitely my favourite sporting event. It was great to celebrate with friends here and enjoy the delicious strawberries and cream in true Wimbledon spirit.' resident enjoys strawberries and cream Our varied life enrichment programme keeps residents active, and provides a daily choice of engaging physical, mental and spiritual activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities. Strachan House Care Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK's largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Strachan House provides residential, nursing and dementia care for short breaks and long term stays.
Scotsman
09-07-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Local senior carer celebrates 10 years of service with South Grange
A Senior Carer at South Grange in Monifieth has received her prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 10 years. Free weekly newsletter Join our weekly YourWorld newsletter for updates, behind-the-scenes insights from our editors and your chance to shape what's next. Free weekly newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Rea, started at Barchester in February 2015 and has worked with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years. Adele Keenan, Employee Services Director at Barchester said: 'I'm always pleased to hear stories about the long service of Barchester staff and am delighted Rea has achieved this milestone. It is dedication like this that ensures our residents are provided with a happy place to live.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Catherine Lappin, General Manager of South Grange said: 'We're delighted to be celebrating 10 years of loyal service with Rea. She has demonstrated her dedication and loyalty to this home and its residents year after year. I speak for all of us here at South Grange when I say that I'm looking forward to many more years of working with Rea'. Rea celebrates 10 years at Monifeith care home
