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Hoylake & West Kirby

Creative Sparks & Giggles at our June Crafternoon

At Abbeyfield Lear House we’re never short of creativity but Celia’s latest Crafternoon took things to a whole new level. If you’ve ever tried to draw a friend while they’re pulling faces at you, you’ll know exactly what we mean.

Two elderly women enjoy a Crafternoon in June, drawing on white paper with pencils at a round table covered with a red cloth, surrounded by floral wallpaper and Creative Sparks in the brightly lit room. Here is the text rewritten in British English: Two elderly women enjoy a crafternoon in June, drawing on white paper with pencils at a round table covered with a red cloth, surrounded by floral wallpaper and creative sparks in the brightly lit room.

This month Celia challenged us all to put pencil to paper and sketch not only each other but also someone or something important to us. You’d be amazed at the concentration levels in our lounge – brows furrowed, pencils tapping, heads tilted just so. And yet, the giggles were never far away.

We had our regular group of art enthusiasts plus a few new faces from around Hoylake and West Kirby who fancied giving it a go. That’s the beauty of Community-Centric Living here at Abbeyfield Hoylake & West Kirby – you’re never too old to pick up a pencil and have a bash at something new.

An elderly woman sits at a table during June’s Crafternoon, concentrating on painting a design onto white paper. Art supplies and cups are on the red tablecloth, and a walking frame is visible in the background.
A group of elderly women sit around tables in a brightly lit room, taking part in arts and crafts activities with an instructor during a lively June Crafternoon.
An elderly woman and her carer smile as they hold up pencil drawings on white paper, enjoying a crafternoon indoors beside a blue wall.
An elderly woman enjoys a Crafternoon in June, drawing with white chalk on black paper in a brightly lit, floral-decorated room, letting her creative sparks shine.

We ended up with portraits that ranged from impressively lifelike to wonderfully abstract. Some of our residents even drew their pets from memory – one resident’s sketch of her beloved dog Charlie was so recognisable you’d half expect him to bark.

Of course, Crafternoons like this aren’t just about drawing. They’re about connection, laughter and the pure joy that comes with trying something a bit different. It’s all part of the Adaptable Care we pride ourselves on. Whether you join us for Respite Care, Replacement Care or enjoy life as part of our Residential Care Home family, we make sure there’s always something on to keep your mind active and your heart happy.

Our lounge was buzzing with stories as we talked about the people and memories behind each sketch. It’s little moments like this that show how much our Residential Care community values Round the Clock Care that goes far beyond the basics. We believe the Highest Quality Care should include a healthy dose of fun and friendship too.

An elderly woman wearing a pink jumper and glasses smiles while holding up a drawing of a shoe during the June Crafternoon, surrounded by Creative Sparks in a brightly lit room.
An elderly woman sits at a table, holding up a pencil drawing, with another sketch on the table in front of her. A walking frame and water cooler are visible—just another joyful June Crafternoon filled with Creative Sparks.
An elderly woman with glasses smiles while holding a pencil-drawn portrait, seated at a table in a brightly lit room during Crafternoon, where Creative Sparks ignite her artistic expression.
An elderly woman sits indoors, smiling and holding up a black sheet of paper with a white chalk drawing of a face—her creative spark shining during a joyful Crafternoon June event.
An elderly woman sits indoors, smiling and holding up a black sheet of paper with a white chalk drawing of a face—her creative spark shining during a joyful Crafternoon June event.

By the end of the session, we’d covered the tables in masterpieces and our walls had a new mini gallery of smiling faces and cherished memories. Celia as always was full of encouragement and praise – no harsh art critics here, just lots of clapping and maybe the odd happy tear.

So, if you’re looking for a Care Home on the Wirral that really knows how to blend creativity with care you’ll find it here at Abbeyfield Lear House. Our Community-Centric Living means every day brings a new way to laugh, learn and live well together.

Two women sit at a table covered with a blue cloth, sharing giggles and creative sparks as they draw with coloured pencils in a brightly decorated room during a June Crafternoon.

Fancy seeing our sketches? Pop in for a cuppa, have a peek and maybe join us for our next Crafternoon. Just don’t be surprised if you’re asked to strike a pose – pencil at the ready

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