Residents at our nursing homes in Newcastle and Sunderland have enjoyed a musical feast to round off their summer season of entertainment.
Our residents at Holy Cross nursing home in Sunderland welcomed One Man Music Hall entertainer, Allen Cutler, who took everyone back in time with his variety show mix of comedy, magic and music – there were even some balloon-bending sculptures thrown in for good measure.
Meanwhile at St Catherine’s in Newcastle, our residents, relatives and visitors all got together to enjoy the last of the summer fruit with their Strawberry Tea event which included an uplifting sing-along session.
Both homes will be sharing photos from their musical events as part of the national ‘Live Music in Care’ challenge organised by Live Music Now and the Care Quality Commission.
“Our residents enjoy music in so many different ways,” said Gill Ennis, Head of Care for our homes. “From musical bingo and visiting entertainers, to making their own music with our collection of instruments, it all works wonders to lift everyone’s spirits.”