Member Article

Intergenerational After School Club Is a Hit

Students from The Marsh Academy attend an after school club with a difference – it is run by the residents at Madeira Lodge Residential Care Home in New Romney.

Developed in partnership with the school’s health and social care teachers, pupils between the ages of seven and 13 will routinely visit the care home to gain positive new life experiences through talking, listening and participation in joint activities.

More than just a fleeting visit, children actively participate in activities and conversation. With no fixed agenda both children and adults pass the time enjoying a creative task, playing a game, or learning more about each other through conversation.

Sarah Pennington, Manager at Madeira Lodge Care Home says: “We really treasure our visits from the school children. Residents and pupils enjoy the interaction; friendships are being formed which is lovely to see. The benefits of intergenerational socialising brings so much, it is personally fulfilling for both and helps provide a sense of belonging in our community, something that was lacking for everyone during the pandemic.”

Belmont Healthcare offers multiple forms of long or short, respite and day care, or at home care for those in need of support. Specialising in enhanced care and support of older people, care is also offered for those living with Dementia and other life changing conditions such as Parkinson’s disease. Our homes are perfectly situated in delightful settings around the UK and provide a very homely atmosphere whilst being safe and secure making the people we care for feel right at home.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Belmont Healthcare Group 1 .