HC-One’s Rose Court Care Home, in Radcliffe, Bury, Greater Manchester, burst into vibrant colour and cheerful chatter as residents teamed up with pupils from St Mary’s Primary School for a heartwarming Spring gardening event.
The intergenerational gathering brought together young and old to plant a dazzling array of flowers, fostering connection and community spirit. Rose Court, a cherished care home offering residential, nursing, and dementia care to residents, welcomed the enthusiastic schoolchildren to transform its gardens.
Guided by resident Billy, a former gardener, the pupils carefully selected and planted colourful spring flowers in wall baskets and troughs. With watering cans in hand, the children eagerly tended to their creations, filling the air with laughter and excitement.
Leanne Batten-Smith, HC-One’s Rose Court Care Home Manager, said:
“The children chose the plants with the help of our resident, Billy, who used to be a gardener. After planting the flowers, they watered the plants.
“The children were full of enthusiasm, and they said they had a wonderful time. We rounded the afternoon up with drinks, crisps and chocolates.
“It was a worthwhile and positive visit. The residents had a good interaction with the younger generation, and it really cheered them up.”
The event not only enhanced the care home’s outdoor spaces but also created lasting memories for both generations. The residents’ faces lit up as they shared stories and bonded with their young visitors, proving that moments of connection can bloom anywhere.
HC-One’s Rose Court Care Home is proud to nurture community ties and create meaningful experiences for its residents.