Glasgow care residents enjoy Easter weekend celebrations

Darnley Court Care Home in Glasgow organised a series of Easter events <i>(Image: Supplied)</i>
Darnley Court Care Home in Glasgow organised a series of Easter events (Image: Supplied)
This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald.

Residents at a Glasgow care home enjoyed a weekend of Easter celebrations.

HC-One Scotland’s Darnley Court Care Home organised a series of events for residents, staff, and families over the Easter weekend.

The festivities began on Saturday, April 19, with an Easter party at Beaton House.


Read more: 'A beautiful interaction': Glasgow Lush manager shares favourite customer moment


The lounge was transformed by the Care Home's wellbeing team with colourful Easter-themed decorations and a buffet of snacks, cakes, and beverages.

Residents wore handmade Easter bonnets, adding a personal touch to the celebrations.

There was an Easter party at Beaton House on April 19There was an Easter party at Beaton House on the Saturday (Image: Supplied) The party featured a performance by entertainer Sharon Stevens, which had the attendees singing and dancing.

Residents and staff also took part in a huge conga line, and the crowd cheered as Darnley Court colleagues performed a special dance.

The celebrations continued on Easter Sunday with an Easter egg hunt in the care home’s communal gardens.

Residents and families participated in the competition, wearing Easter bags and hats as they collected eggs scattered across the gardens.

Prizes were given out to all participants, with those on special diets receiving a mousse alternative to Easter eggs.


Read more: 'Incredible': Glasgow woman wins £30,000 jackpot at city casino


The day concluded with refreshments, snacks, and music in the garden.

Laura McCormack, wellbeing practitioner at Darnley Court, said: "It was heart-warming to see our residents light up with joy during the Easter party.

"Creating these tailored, engaging moments helps foster connection and happiness, and watching everyone sing, dance, and share in the celebration was truly special."

For more information on HC-One homes in your area, visit www.hc-one.co.uk/carehomes.

Get involved
with the news

Send your news & photos