Residents at HC-One’s Summerhill Care Home in Kendal, Cumbria, came together to mark International Grandparents Day with a day full of fond memories, shared stories, and heartwarming conversations about the joys of being a grandparent.
The wellbeing team, led by Wellbeing Coordinator Lynsey Wood and Senior Wellbeing Coordinator Sean Moore, created a relaxed and welcoming environment where residents could chat about their families and reflect on their cherished role as grandparents.
Throughout the day, residents were invited to share their favourite memories and experiences of being grandparents. From the joy of watching their grandchildren take their first steps, to seeing them grow into adults with families of their own, the stories sparked laughter, smiles, and even a few happy tears.
One resident described being a grandparent as “having all the fun of children again, but with the wisdom to enjoy every little moment.” Another added, “It’s lovely to see your children become parents themselves, it makes you proud.”
The celebration encouraged residents to connect over their shared experiences, creating a strong sense of community within the home. Family photographs and keepsakes were brought out, sparking even more conversation and giving residents the chance to reminisce about family gatherings, holidays, and special milestones.
Sean Moore, Senior Wellbeing Coordinator at HC-One’s Summerhill Care Home, said:
“Our residents love to speak about their families and days like this give them the perfect chance to do so. It’s such a privilege to hear their stories, there’s so much love, wisdom, and pride in the way they talk about their grandchildren.”
Wellbeing Coordinator at HC-One’s Summerhill Care Home, Lynsey Wood added:
“International Grandparents Day is all about celebrating the unique role grandparents play in family life. At Summerhill, we see every day how much joy family connections bring to our residents, so it was wonderful to dedicate a day to honouring those relationships.”
The day was enjoyed by all, leaving residents and colleagues feeling uplifted and inspired by the strength of family bonds across generations.
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