Elstow care home fill heart and plates at cultural celebration
Colleagues at a Wixams care home gave residents a taste of the culture and cuisine of their home countries during a vibrant day of celebration this autumn.
Chefs at Elstow Manor Care Home on Bedford Road took inspiration from colleagues hailing from countries across the globe to create a feast of flavours.
An amazing array of dishes was lovingly prepared - including specialities from Africa, the Caribbean, India, Asia, and Japan – on the same day that residents marked Diwali.
The home team decorated the rooms with colourful displays and sparkling lights with colleagues also dressing up for the event in traditional outfits.
Elstow Manor’s Wellbeing and Lifestyle Coach, Oliver Waddington, said: “It was amazing to see our wonderful team showcase items from their home countries and even dress up for the occasion. The joy and energy throughout the home made it such a special day for our residents.”
Oliver also arranged reminiscence boxes from the Higgins Museum in Bedford, sparking memories and conversation among residents as part of the day’s activities.
Adding to the celebrations, the home welcomed guests from the CE Luton Volunteers Church Group, with Emma-Jayne, a nurse and member of the group, helping to host an uplifting afternoon of culture, music, and dance.