£400 raised for Alzheimer’s Society
A fundraising afternoon involving a bring and buy sale, tea and LOTS of lovely cupcakes ended up raising £400 for Alzheimer’s Society after Marches Care matched the money raised on …
Recent
activities at
The Uplands
Flippin’ great effort!
The annual Big Uplands Pancake Race was as keenly contested as ever – and much fun was had in the process. Dominik and Kai – both from Meole – came …
St J’s Gospel Choir
Shrewsbury gospel-singing group St J’s are proving a huge hit in the Home. Residents from across the Home gathered in Ruth’s Room where they were treated to a succession of …
New social hub on Mondays
The Uplands will be playing host to a new scheme intended to bring together older adults to socialise and have fun. The social sessions will be taking place on Mondays, …
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 …
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 …