Page 50 • The HERALD • 5th June 2025 v THE NEXT HERALD IS OUT ON 26TH JUNE v WE CARE, YOU CARE Residents Go “Mad” For Whimsical Tea Party At Snowdrop Place Residents and sta at Snowdrop Place embraced a little creative madness as they transformed their home into Wonderland for a lively Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Inspired by the beloved tale Alice in Wonderland, the event was a heart-warming and imaginative a ernoon lled with costumes, music, and laughter. Residents, families, and sta dressed for the occasion, with the highlight being Margret Jenkins, a resident who took centre stage dressed as Alice herself. Adding sparkle to the celebration was a live performance by Robyn from Cosmic Sparkle, who entertained guests with a vibrant set of nostalgic and upbeat songs. Her performance had everyone clapping, singing along, and dancing in their seats. “It’s always tea time,” declared the Mad Hatter - and at Snowdrop Place, it certainly was. Guests enjoyed a themed a ernoon tea spread complete with cakes, sweet treats, and plenty of tea. e joyful atmosphere was a hit with both residents and visiting families. “Have I gone mad? I’m afraid so, but let me tell you something, the best people usually are,” quoted the Mad Hatter - a tting sentiment for a day full of joy, and just the right amount of nonsense. Margret Jenkins, who dressed as Alice for the occasion, said: “I never thought I’d be Alice at my age - but what fun it was! Everyone looked marvellous, and I haven’t laughed that much in ages.” Events like this are more than just fun. ey o er important social and cognitive bene ts to residents, while also strengthening the bonds between care sta , residents, and the wider community. Gemma Hicks General Manager Snowdrop Place, said: “It was truly magical. Everyone had a smile on their face from start to finish. These moments are so important - they lift spirits and create lasting memories for our residents and their loved ones.” Snowdrop Place care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Snowdrop Place provides residential care and dementia care for 68 residents from respite breaks to long term stays. Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Snowdrop Place CARE HOME CELEBRATES SUPERSTAR RESIDENT Sta and residents at Barchester’s Snowdrop Place Care Home in Hedge End are over the moon because one of their much-loved residents, Iris Café, has been featured in the VE Day celebrations on national TV. Iris was an integral part of the Royal Ordnance Parachute Factory Team through World War II. Iris says: “I feel very honoured and proud to be featured on TV, VE Day was such a long time ago but I can still remember the celebrations as if it was yesterday. It was a time of euphoria but also such sadness at everything we had gone through and everyone we had lost. It is very important to pass on our stories of that time so I was very happy to take part in the interview.” General Manager of Snowdrop Place, Gemma Hicks, comments: “We are so proud of Iris, she is a wonderful lady and served our country in its hour of need. We’re so delighted her sharing some of her story to the nation, it gives us an excuse to make a fuss of her!” Snowdrop Place Care Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering highquality care across its care homes and hospitals. Snowdrop Place Care Home provides residential, nursing and specialist dementia care.
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