Hatherleigh Nursing Home, near Okehampton in Devon, marked National Fish and Chip Day with a themed celebration that brought the traditional British chippy experience straight to their home.
Family members (residents) were served freshly cooked fish with golden chips, and mushy peas, all presented in traditional takeaway boxes and wrapped in newspaper. The homes dining room was decorated with picnic-style tablecloths, newspaper placemats, and classic café style bottles of ketchup and vinegar. Decorations such as fisherman’s nets and a flock of pesky seagulls hanging from the ceiling brought a seaside atmosphere. To complete, sea shanties played in the background via the home’s Amazon Alexa, adding to the immersive mealtime experience.
For some individuals, the smells, textures, and familiar tastes evoked happy moments of sharing fish and chips with loved ones, or gathering at the local chip shop on a Friday evening as a child.
“Thank you to the team once again for always decorating the dining room so beautifully, so our family members can enjoy an immersive experience.” – Current Team Member
National Fish and Chip Day at Hatherleigh was more than just a celebration of a much loved British tradition, but a reminder of the power of food, music, and shared moments to bring people together. The day was part of the Devon Nursing Home’s ongoing commitment to offering well-led, engaging, meaningful events and activities that promote identity, mealtime experience and a continuation life.
To find out more about Hatherleigh Nursing Home, visit https://www.hatherleighnursinghome.com/live-with-us/activities-in-care/