Our October Popcats session was a real treat! Caroline from Popcats Music Time joined us at Lear House, along with the children from Carrie’s Tiney Home Nursery and Caroline’s Childminding, for an afternoon that everyone loved.
An Afternoon Full of Music
Caroline brought her usual energy and fun, filling the room with music from the moment the session began. Residents and little ones joined in together, and there were lots of smiles all round as everyone sang, clapped and moved along to the songs.
Interaction Between the Generations
The best part of these sessions is seeing our residents and the children enjoying time together. There was so much lovely interaction throughout the afternoon, with shared smiles, giggles and plenty of joining in side by side. Every visit, the connections between the generations grow a little stronger.
And Then Came the Bubbles!
No Popcats session would be complete without bubbles! As the bubbles floated around the room, the children’s faces lit up, and our residents enjoyed watching the fun (and catching a few bubbles themselves!). It’s always one of the highlights of the afternoon.
Finishing With Story Time
We always finish our Popcats sessions with a lovely time reading together. The children and residents settled down to share books, look at the pictures and enjoy the stories side by side. It’s a calm, cosy way to round off a lively afternoon, and one that everyone looks forward to.
Why These Afternoons Mean So Much
Intergenerational sessions like this bring something special for everyone:
- For residents: fun, laughter and the joy of spending time with young children
- For children: a warm, welcoming place to enjoy music, make new friends and grow in confidence
- For reading: sharing stories with an attentive adult helps little ones fall in love with books
- For everyone: happy memories and a real sense of community
Thank You!
A big thank you to Caroline from Popcats Music Time, and to the children and staff from Carrie’s Tiney Home Nursery and Caroline’s Childminding for joining us. We always have a wonderful time together and can’t wait for the next one!