Gloucestershire Echo

Care home magics up a treat for Halloween

- Pictures: Mikal Ludlow Photograph­y

RESIDENTS at a Cheltenham nursing home enjoyed more treats than tricks this Halloween.

The residents at Wentworth Court, on Village Road, who live with moderate to severe dementia, enjoyed a day of spooktacul­ar activities including pumpkin decorating, ghoulish games and tasting devilish delights.

Staff members Amy Gore and Jess Johnson brought along their babies in Halloween fancy dress, much to the delight of everyone who enjoyed a cuddle.

Wellbeing team leader, Ben Pargeter, said: “Annual events such as Halloween provide a focus for conversati­on, craft activities and the excuse for a party.

“We’ve enjoyed listening to some spooky tunes and created some creepy but delicious cakes for residents to enjoy.”

 ?? ?? Staff member Amy Gore introduces her baby Delilah to resident Maria
Staff member Amy Gore introduces her baby Delilah to resident Maria
 ?? ?? Staff member Jess Johnson introduces her baby Hugo to resident Rita
Staff member Jess Johnson introduces her baby Hugo to resident Rita
 ?? ?? Tizzy Blake helps resident Gordon decorate a pumpkin
Tizzy Blake helps resident Gordon decorate a pumpkin
 ?? ?? Residents June and Margaret decorate oranges
Residents June and Margaret decorate oranges
 ?? ?? Staff member Tizzy Blake all dressed up
Staff member Tizzy Blake all dressed up

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