Animal magic
Residents were given a treat when Sam from Exotic Zoo brought a wonderful selection of creatures to the Home. Among the animals were a meerkat, an armadillo, a chameleon and …
Recent
activities at
The Uplands
Wartime singalong
The run-up to Remembrance Day is always filled with nostalgia and this year has been no different. Residents enjoyed a singalong in Ruth’s Room, led by the excellent Bond Entertainment …
Animal magic returns!
The Uplands once more played host to a range of lovely creatures, providing residents with a highly stimulating and enjoyable experience. Lauren from Wild Science presented the residents with a …
Cupcake bonanza
The Uplands was transformed into a mini bakery for a day as the Home joined in national Alzheimer’s Cupcake Day by holding our own competition. Cakes were donated by staff …
Royal Wedding preparations
All units have been working so hard in the week leading up to the Royal Wedding – the whole Home is awash with colour and wedding-themed paraphernalia. Everyone is extremely …
Shetland ponies entertain residents
Residents were delighted when Shetland pony duo Lollipop and Tinkerbell trotted in for an afternoon visit . The two ponies were introduced to residents across the Home who were invited …
Return visit to Shrewsbury School
It was Shrewsbury School’s turn to kindly host some of our residents for a musical afternoon, accompanied with some delicious afternoon tea. It was a huge success and the Shrewsbury …
Concert & singalong with Shrewsbury School
Ruth’s Room was alive to the sound of music thanks to a visit from the Shrewsbury School Concert Party in February. Several students from the school took part in the …
Animal magic!
All manner of scaly and furry animals were brought to The Uplands, giving residents much pleasure and stimulation in the process. A snake, a gecko, a giant snail called Boris, …
Relaxing music therapy
The picture below is of Elfair, our wonderful live musician in residence who plays the harp to residents once a month. Elfair, of Creative Inspiration Shropshire, has proved a huge …
Flower-arranging a hit with residents
Ruth’s Room was transformed into a blaze of colour when some of our residents took part in a flower-arranging session. It was supervised by Fiona who received welcome help and …