March’s Newsletter

1st of march

It was lovely to see everyone at our coffee afternoon ☕💛

There’s nothing better than good company, plenty of chat, and delicious treats shared together. Thank you to everyone who joined us — the laughter and smiles said it all! 😊

We’re already looking forward to the next one!

We also had great fun taking part in an A–Z of animals 🐾🦁, sharing ideas, stories, and plenty of laughs as we worked our way through the alphabet.

2nd of march

We enjoyed a fantastic interactive activity called “Where in the World Was I?” 🌍

Using digital mapping, we explored places where residents once worked and lived when they were younger. It was amazing to revisit familiar streets and landmarks and see how some areas have changed over the years, while others have remained just as remembered.

There were lots of lovely memories shared, great conversations, and a few surprised faces as we zoomed in on old neighbourhoods. A wonderful trip down memory lane without even leaving our seats ✨

3rd of march

A lovely walk along the front with Betty, followed by a cheeky brew at the Boathouse ❤️

Both Mhairi and Liz also enjoyed a walk along West Bay today ☀️

With sunshine on their faces and fresh sea air, it was the perfect opportunity for a gentle stroll and some time outdoors

4th of march

We celebrated Dougie’s birthday here at Ardnahein with lots of smiles, warmth, and good wishes from everyone.Wishing you a very happy birthday, Dougie, from all of us at Ardnahein !!

Residents enjoyed a lively group activity using the parachute and balloons, encouraging teamwork, gentle movement, and plenty of laughter.

There were even a few competitive moments as everyone tried to keep the balloons bouncing in the air — a simple activity that brought lots of joy to all involved. 🌈🎈

5th of march

Noodle PT at Ardnahein saw residents taking part in a fun and energetic stretching and movement session, stretching, moving, and grooving along to a funky soundtrack 💪💪

Everyone joined in with great enthusiasm, enjoying the chance to stay active while having plenty of fun together.

6th of march

We made the paper! 📰

We are so proud to see Ardnahein Care Home featured in the Dunoon Observer this week after our residents Kath (104!) and Hugh (84) took to the ice at the Waterfront Leisure Complex.

Inspired by watching the Winter Olympics, they decided they wanted to try it for themselves, proving that age really is just a number. Wrapped up warm, our team supported them as they glided onto the ice for an unforgettable day filled with laughter, smiles, and a little bit of adventure.

At Ardnahein, we believe life doesn’t stop when you move into a care home. We are passionate about creating meaningful experiences, supporting dreams, and sometimes even ticking things off the bucket list.

A huge well done to our amazing residents and staff for making this special moment happen. 💙

7th of march

Brian enjoyed settling in to watch the Scotland national rugby union team and celebrating their big win in the rugby today! 🏉It was a great result, with plenty of smiles all round while cheering the team on. 💙

Meanwhile, our ladies enjoyed a lovely coffee afternoon together, sharing good company, chat, and plenty of laughter. ☕😊

8th of march

International Women’s Day at Ardnahein 🌸

We celebrated the incredible women who inspire us every day — our residents, staff, families, and friends. Thank you for the kindness, strength, wisdom, and care you bring to our community.

We were delighted to welcome Pastor Alan Wright and parishioners from Dunoon Baptist Church, who spent time with residents and staff. Alan led a selection of uplifting hymns, with everyone joining in, before sharing a short sermon and prayers.

He also kindly presented the home with a new large font Bible, which will be invaluable for our Sunday reading sessions.

10th of march

Busy day at ardnahein!🙌🏻

A lovely moment as Kath and Gladys shared some old stories together. With Gladys’ sister having worked with Kath, they have known each other for a very long time. It was wonderful to see them reminiscing and enjoying those special memories. 😊

Elizabeth also enjoyed a lovely visit from her son David, making it a very special day all round.

Liz and Ruth both had a lovely afternoon out at the Burgh Hall, enjoying a great performance from the Cowal Fiddle Workshop, with plenty of tea and cakes on offer. 😊

Jimmy, Hugh, Margaret, and Kath all enjoyed a few games of dominoes this morning. 

We had a visit from Patchwork ELC. Everyone enjoyed chatting with the children over some biscuits. 😊

11th of march

We brought out the dementia ball, which sparked some great discussions among the residents. One of the topics was the different childhood games everyone used to play in the playground when they were younger.

Allan and Gladys especially enjoyed revisiting the old playground game “Pat-a-cake, Pat-a-cake,” sounding out the rhyme together and sharing a lovely nostalgic moment filled with smiles and laughter.

12th of march

Our Thursday stretching and movement session at Ardnahein had everyone looking and feeling great 💪💪

We were also joined by the lovely dog Pepper, who brought plenty of smiles and cheer to both residents and staff. ❤️

14th of march

 Scotland Game 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🏉

Although the result didn’t go Scotlands rugby team’s way, everyone had a great time watching the rugby and showing their support with Jimmy hats and Scottish bonnets.

We were also treated to a lovely half-time performance from Jessie’s great-grandson, who played the chanter for us – it was wonderful to hear and enjoyed by all.

It was also lovely to see Dorothy pop in to join us during our coffee afternoon, adding to a truly enjoyable and social day. ☕

15th of march

A very happy Mother’s Day here at Ardnahein. 🌸

We enjoyed a lovely celebration honouring all the wonderful mothers and sharing special moments together. There were plenty of smiles, chats, and time spent with friends and family, making it a truly special occasion for everyone. 💐

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums – we hope your day was filled with love and happiness. 💖

17th of march

We celebrated St Patrick’s Day with our very own activities pub crawl, bringing plenty of fun and laughter throughout the home.

Residents enjoyed a variety of themed stations, starting with “Where’s the Potato?”, where they searched for five hidden potatoes in a box of shredded paper. This was followed by colouring shamrocks, giving everyone a chance to get creative.

Next up was “Doublin Dublin,” a matching game using coloured balls, before moving on to Leprechaun Ludo, played with our handmade leprechaun counters, which added a personal and playful touch.

To finish, everyone gathered at the final station to enjoy a Guinness taster and have some fun with Irish-themed props. It was a fantastic celebration, enjoyed by all who took part.

Ruth and Audrey enjoyed a lovely trip to our friends at Patchwork, where they spent time helping the boys and girls plant seeds. It was a wonderful opportunity to get involved and share in the joy of gardening together.

Afterwards, everyone gathered to read a delightful book all about spring, celebrating the changing season and all the new life it brings. 🌼

18th of march

We celebrated Gladys’ birthday 🎉🎁Wishing you a very Happy Birthday, Gladys, from everyone here at Ardnahein—we hope you had a lovely day!

Hugh and Brian were joined by Allan and Mario for a lovely walk along the front to the boathouse, finishing off with coffee and cake—what a wonderful way to spend the afternoon ☕🍰

We also enjoyed a fantastic slideshow of photos from Marion’s volunteering trip to Tanzania. It was wonderful to see all the amazing animals and hear her stories from her time there—what an incredible experience!

Meanwhile, Mary and Jessica enjoyed a fun game of Buckaroo, keeping the smiles going all round.

19th of march

Jessie, Hugh, Brian, Ruth and Dorrie spent a wonderful time together in the garden, making the most of the lovely weather.

There were plenty of games, lots of laughter, and a real sense of joy in simply being outdoors and sharing the moment together 🌼

It was a cheerful and relaxed day filled with smiles and good company.

We were very kindly donated some lovely little potted plants from ASIST, and we would like to extend a big thank you for this thoughtful gesture.

These plants have brought a fresh, cheerful touch to our space and are already being enjoyed by everyone 💚

We truly appreciate the kindness and support shown to us — thank you again 🌼

21st of march

Audrey and Mhairi enjoyed a relaxing outing to the swing park, making the most of the beautiful sunshine. They spent time watching the children play and took a peaceful moment to admire the geese by the water — a simple but cheerful way to enjoy the outdoors.

To round off the day, everyone shared some fresh, juicy watermelon — a perfect treat for a bright spring afternoon 🍉

Moments like these bring plenty of smiles and remind us of the joy in the little things

22nd of march

Here are a few lovely moments shared from our coffee afternoon 💛

There was plenty of delicious cake, great conversation, and a really warm atmosphere throughout. It’s always so special to see everyone coming together, catching up, and making memories with family and friends ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us – your presence made it truly special. We’re already looking forward to seeing you again soon 😊

24th of march

🎉 Happy Birthday Marjory 🎉

We celebrated Marjory’s birthday here at Ardnahein! 💛

It was a truly special occasion, made even more meaningful with a lovely visit from her daughters. Together, they shared a delightful afternoon tea, enjoying plenty of treats, conversation, and cherished moments to mark the celebration. ☕🍰

The atmosphere was warm and full of happiness, with everyone joining in to help make the day memorable for Marjory.

Ruth, Jimmy, and Margaret enjoyed a lovely outing to the Burgh Hall for a screening of the classic film Show Boat.

It was a truly enjoyable afternoon filled with nostalgia, beautiful music, and great company. The atmosphere was relaxed and full of excitement as everyone settled in to enjoy the timeless story on the big screen.

25th of march

We celebrated Margaret’s birthday here at Ardnahein! 🥳

It was a lovely occasion filled with warmth, laughter, and plenty of smiles as we came together to make the day extra special for her. There was a wonderful atmosphere throughout, with everyone joining in to send their best wishes and share in the celebration.

Amy’s Birthday! 🎂🎉

Amy was surprised with a special party to celebrate her birthday with some of the residents ahead of her big day tomorrow! 🎈

It was a lovely celebration filled with smiles, laughter, and plenty of excitement as everyone came together to make Amy feel extra special. The room was full of warmth and happy chatter, with residents enjoying the chance to join in and share the moment.

26th of march

Our wonderful residents were full of energy as they got moving and grooving during our Noodle PT workout! It was fantastic to see so many smiling faces getting involved and enjoying the session together.

With plenty of laughter, gentle exercise, and a great sense of achievement, it was a brilliant way to stay active and have fun at the same time. There were definitely some well-worked muscles all round 💪💪!

27th of march

Duncan managed to squeeze in two rickshaw rides along the seafront before the inevitable downpour arrived.

Despite the blustery conditions, spirits were high and there were plenty of smiles all around. The fresh sea air and a touch of excitement made for a memorable outing, even if it was a little windswept!

Residents returned rosy-cheeked, happy, and full of stories to share — proof that a bit of weather never dampens good company and great experiences.

28th of march

A great game of bingo brought plenty of laughs, excitement, and friendly competition! 🎉

It was wonderful to see so many people getting involved, creating such a lively and positive atmosphere. From the first number called to the final win, the room was filled with smiles and anticipation.

29th of march 

This afternoon brought lots of laughter and fun as we played a lovely game of “Pin the Tail on the Bunny.” 🐰

Residents enjoyed taking turns, sharing smiles, and cheering each other on as they tried their best to place the tail in just the right spot. It was wonderful to see everyone getting involved, with plenty of giggles along the way!

31st of March

This morning we had a lovely visit from the children at Patchwork PLC

Together we got creative designing our own Easter boiled eggs, followed by lots of laughter and excitement as we rolled them to see whose went the furthest!

A fantastic morning enjoyed by everyone

 This afternoon we had a fantastic visit from the Cowal Fiddlers Workshop

They entertained us with a wonderful afternoon of music, bringing smiles all around, before everyone enjoyed some tea, coffee, and cake together

We would love to say a big thank you for such a lovely and uplifting visit

Ardnahein Chef’s Table 🍽️

We were spoiled for choice in March as we look back at the delicious lunches our chefs served up! From comforting favourites to beautifully prepared dishes, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

A big thank you to our fantastic kitchen team for keeping our residents happy, well-fed, and always looking forward to mealtimes