Residents at HC-One’s Blakelands Lodge Care Home in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, recently enjoyed an unforgettable journey through the world of virtual reality, thanks to the innovative team from Escape2VR.
During the immersive experience, residents explored a wide range of exciting activities without leaving the comfort of the care home. From a virtual trip to London and swimming alongside dolphins, to strolling on beaches, racing cars, going on African safaris, enjoying Strictly Come Dancing, and even interacting with playful cats, the sessions were filled with wonder and delight. Some residents were even transported back to the streets where they were born, sparking cherished memories.
The experience brought the virtual world to life with remarkable realism – residents reacted with amazement, laughter, and joy as they reached out to touch horses, feel the sea, and explore new landscapes. One delighted participant exclaimed, “It’s amazing!” while another said, “It’s unbelievable, how wonderful!”
Blakelands Lodge is committed to providing innovative, stimulating, and memorable activities for its residents. The VR session exemplifies the care home’s dedication to enhancing well-being and creating moments of happiness and connection.
A huge thank you to Darren and the Escape2VR team for making this extraordinary experience possible.
Blakelands Lodge Care Home in Marston Moretaine offers 24-hour residential and residential dementia care and is part of the HC-One family, which includes over 280 kind and cosy care homes across the UK. New residents who join before 30th November 2025 can enjoy an exclusive offer of four weeks for the price of three.
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James Eeles-Feeney, Home Manager at HC-One’s Blakelands Lodge Care Home said:
"We were absolutely thrilled to see our residents so engaged and joyful during the virtual reality experience with Escape2VR. Moments like these truly bring smiles, laughter, and unforgettable memories, allowing our residents to explore new places and revisit cherished ones from the comfort of Blakelands Lodge. A huge thank you to Darren and the Escape2VR team for creating such a magical experience for everyone."