Residents at Astley View Care Home in Chorley recently enjoyed spending time outdoors in the home’s gardens, making the most of the warmer weather with garden games, conversation and meaningful social activities.
Residents and staff enjoyed a relaxed afternoon together in the sunshine, with plenty of chatting, laughter and light-hearted outdoor games. The afternoon gave residents the opportunity to enjoy the fresh air, spend time with friends and continue taking part in everyday activities within the home’s outdoor spaces.
At Astley View Care Home, the gardens are an important part of daily life and wellbeing for residents. People living at the home can access the gardens whenever they choose, whether to relax quietly outdoors, spend time with visiting family and friends or take part in organised activities.
During warmer weather, many activities take place outside, including gardening, potting parties, outdoor games and seasonal social events. Meaningful activities at Astley View Care Home are designed around residents’ interests, hobbies and personal preferences, helping people stay socially connected, active and engaged in day-to-day life.
Spending time outdoors can support wellbeing, conversation, reminiscence and social interaction for older people and those living with dementia, while also encouraging independence and enjoyment of familiar routines and hobbies.
Astley View Care Home provides residential care, dementia care and respite care in Chorley within a warm, welcoming and person-centred environment focused on quality of life, meaningful experiences and community connection for residents.
