Isolation round up

Our last update was in July when we were able to socialise again, albeit from a safe sitance. Communal areas were once again open for residents and there was hope that normality was starting to return. 

Since then we have had events including French cheese and wine night, Residents Golf tournament day, September Croquet, a end of Summer BBQ and much more.

With lockdown 2.0 in November, we had to adjust our plans again and in December we went into Tier 2 meaning we could still put on some events for our residents. We celebrated with a saxophonist. 

Click here to read the full August to January round up. 

Firstly, we were thankful that we were able to welcome to new residents to our village with ease and a streamlined and safe process!

With covid-19 restrictions easing back we were able to open more and more of our facilities, returning that bit closer to normal life at Wadswick Green including the opening of the Greenhouse Coffee Shop and Restaurant with waiter service for residents and their guests.

We held a very successful croquet and boules master class/tournament for residents on Friday 24^th July, enjoyed so much we have scheduled another day in August!

Click here to read the full July round up. 

As Lockdown remained in place throughout June, spirits were kept high at Wadswick Green, the nation could see the end of lockdown over the horizon as restrictions began to be eased.

We opened the Marketing Suite and Showhomes for pre-arranged appointments and the first post-shutdown reservations were secured, as well as being able to get ready to welcome new residents moving-in from early July!

Wadswick Green Residents were encouraged to complete Mental Fitness Exercises and attendance grew to the range of physical exercise classes on the village green: Qigong, Aerobics and Zumba.

Click here to read the full round up. 

As Lockdown remained in place throughout May, the sun maintained its shine and kept smiles on everyone’s faces.

The Wadswick Green residents have been appreciative of the alternative services on offer which increased during the month, including a surprise afternoon tea delivered to the door to celebrate VE Day.

The first Bee colony moved-in to our hive. They are enjoying their new home and we can’t wait to get the first batch of honey.

Click here to read the full May round up. 

Wadswick Green made VE Day celebrations for its residents in lockdown even more special with staff delivering afternoon cream teas for every resident to enjoy. Scones were made fresh by Head Chef Darren Sharpe and accompanied with a selection of tea and traditional clotted cream and jam, and the Village terrace was decorated with Union Jack flags and bunting to mark the occasion.

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“Lock-Down!! Not words I expected to hear in our lovely Retirement Village of Wadswick Green.  

All activities have stopped and we are isolated from one another. What can be done to make this situation more bearable?  

Well the staff here have certainly stepped up with cheerful determination to keep us all happy.  

Click here to read the full case study. 

Our residents at Wadswick Green have adjusted to a new "normal" and are embracing the temporary way of life.

Courtyard Zumba has really taken off for our residents. Out Village Shop was restocked with some little luxury items to make the day better including a pop-up stall for plants from the new cottage garden to brighten up residents balconies - tomato and runner bean pots and a variety herbs and flowers.

Some other highlights this month include the Easter Bunny delivering a Cadbury Crème Egg to every resident, our 'View from a Balcony' photography competition and of course our weekly Front Line Workers applause on Thurday evenings. 

Click here to read the full April round up. 

At this time of gloom and fear
We are so glad to be living here.
The Wadswick Staff work hard each day
To make us safe, keep blues at bay.
Drinks and meals from The Greenhouse still, things from 'the shop' our shelves to fill.
A walk in the grounds fills your heart with glee, the daffs are lovely - a joy to see!
A keep-fit session held out on the green - from where I stood not a man to be seen!
Our grateful thanks to all of you
Keep up the good work - we'll all sail through!

Maureen Watson

When this year started we envisioned 2020 to be a little bit different....

At Rangeford Villages we had lots of exciting plans for the spring and summer months which we have postponed in light of the current stay at home and isolation requirements.  Instead we have adapted every way possible and our team on the ground at Wadswick Green have been amazing making sure our residents are prepared, active and engaged.

Since the recommended lockdown we have changed up our usual services and introduce some new ones including a pop up village shop, additional benches and much more. 

Click here to read the full March round up.