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Music, Singing and Dancing at Cramlington House with Michael Stevens

There was plenty of music, singing and dancing at Cramlington House recently when popular entertainer Michael Stevens returned to entertain residents with an afternoon of much-loved songs.

Michael has become a firm favourite with residents at Cramlington House, so there were plenty of smiles when he arrived for another visit.

With a selection of familiar songs to enjoy, residents were soon joining in and singing along. The atmosphere became even more lively as some residents – and members of staff – couldn’t resist getting up to dance.

Music is a much-loved part of life at Cramlington House, and afternoons like this provide residents with the opportunity to enjoy familiar songs while spending time together.

A favourite tune can often bring back memories and encourage residents to reminisce about people, places and experiences from earlier in their lives. It can also be a wonderful way of encouraging everyone to participate, whether they choose to sing along, tap their feet, dance or simply sit back and enjoy the performance.

Michael’s visits provide all of this, while also bringing plenty of fun and laughter to the home.

It was particularly lovely to see staff joining residents on the dance floor. Moments like these help create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere at Cramlington House, where everyone can share in the experience together.

The afternoon was a great reminder that activities in a care home can take many different forms. Sometimes it’s about trying something new, while on other occasions it is simply about enjoying something familiar with good company.

For the residents who joined in, Michael’s latest visit provided an opportunity to sing some favourite songs, enjoy a dance and spend time with friends.

A huge thank you to Michael for another fantastic afternoon at Cramlington House.

Judging by the singing, dancing and smiles around the room, it was another performance that went down a treat, and residents will no doubt be looking forward to welcoming Michael back again soon!

What people are saying

  • "I am very pleased with how my mother has settled in and generally how supportive and caring the staff are. This has given us peace of mind knowing that she is safe & well looked after. Thank you."

  • "Our mum has been a resident at Cramlington House for over a year and we have nothing but praise for the friendly, approachable staff and management. We always feel like part of an extended family and when we visit nothing is too much bother. We are completely happy with the standard of care, support and understanding we all receive as a family."

  • "From the first day, I knew it was the place for my mum. Clean, friendly staff, lovely environment! My mum would not get the opportunity to do the activities she is experiencing if she was not in Cramlington House. It is home from home and we can visit anytime. I can't say enough of how great Cramlington House is. "

  • "This is an absolutely superb care facility. The staff say that this is the home of the residents, in which they work - and they evidence that philosophy every day. In the last months of our mother's long life, we took comfort form the fact that she was safe and secure, being well-fed and looked after. The entire care team are brilliant. "

  • "All the staff at West Farm have provided such wonderful care, compassion and support to my auntie. We both feel incredibly lucky to have found West Farm, it’s been the perfect home for my auntie. I can honestly say, hand on heart, every aspect of the care provided by each member of staff at West Farm has been outstanding."