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Christmas Joy at West Farm

Christmas at West Farm was a time of joy, togetherness and warmth. The residents embraced the festive season with a series of thoughtful celebrations that brought smiles to everyone involved.

Santa Claus made a special visit to West Farm, handing out beautifully wrapped gifts to the residents. The joy and surprise on their faces captured the true spirit of Christmas. These moments weren’t just about receiving presents but about the connections and care that went into creating the day.

The dining room became a hub of festive cheer, with tables set for a traditional Christmas feast. Crackers were pulled, stories were shared and everyone took time to enjoy the special meal. It was a chance to reflect on the season and appreciate the company of each other and staff.

Throughout the day, residents joined in with carol singing, festive games and creative activities. The team at West Farm worked hard to ensure every detail was just right, from the decorations to the carefully planned events.

Zahra Karimi, our manager at West Farm, said: “Christmas is a time to come together and we wanted to make sure our residents felt truly special. The laughter, the smiles, and the sense of community we saw this year were wonderful. It’s these moments that make all the effort worthwhile.”

This year’s celebrations highlighted the strong sense of community at West Farm, creating memories that residents and staff will treasure long after the festive season has passed.

 

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."