Falkirk care home residents see the sights of South Queensferry

Newcarron Court Care Home, in Ronades Road, Bainsford, asked residents where they would like to go so staff could plan upcoming trips.

Activity coordinator Natalie Davidson, who organised the big day out, said "After the COVID-19 restrictions were eased we wanted to make up for lost time and plan some excursions.

"A lot of the residents had fond memories of visiting South Queensferry to see the bridges and eat fish and chips so we started looking at how we could make this happen.”

The party – May Aitken (91), David Curle (87), Moira Davidson (87), Susan Elliot (89), Margaret Ferguson (84), Patsy Gentleman (81), June Jarvie (76), Jean Kinniburgh (92), Helen McClung (79), Anna Mattia (80), Robert Penman (78) and Sadie Shackleton (89) – enjoyed food and refreshments at the Railway Bistro and the view of the three bridges and the Firth of Forth.

Natalie said: “It was a lovely lunch and the staff were great and made us all feel so welcome. We then went outside for a wee cup of tea and a look around and we were all reminiscing about previous visits and how the place hasn't changed much over the last 60 or 70 years – well apart from the giraffe.”

The giraffe in question is one of over 40 sculptures that highlight iconic spots in and around Edinburgh.

Newcarron resident Margaret Ferguson said: “It was lovely to get out for the day with such good company and to see the beautiful scenery. Having a nice cup of tea by

the water brought back a lot of happy memories.”

Newcarron Court specialises in nursing care and is home to around 80 elderly Residents, many of whom are living with dementia.

Paul Lawson, customer relations manager, said "Meaningful activities play a big part in person centred care. Creating moments that matter and seeing the joy this brings to the residents is truly amazing.

"The next trip planned should be even more fun as we're off to the Safari Park.”