Glasgow care staff ensure Burns Night is still celebrated in lockdown
Staff at Wheatley Care’s Fullarton Service helped residents get into the festive spirit on Burns Night
The staff at Wheatley Care’s Fullarton Service in Glasgow found new ways to make sure the people they work for felt festive this Burns Night.
Residents at the Care Home for adults were provided with an activity pack full of games, quizzes and songs about Rabbie Burns. They were also given a special Burns Night gift, with tasty Scots treats, including shortbread, Tunnock’s Teacakes and Caramel Wafers.
Pamela McCarthy, Fullarton Service Manager, said: “On Burns Night before coronavirus, the people we work for would be together enjoying a traditional Burns Supper of haggis, neeps and tatties. But, with current restrictions, we couldn’t do that this year. We wanted to mark the special day and give everyone something to smile about during these challenging times.
“The coronavirus crisis has impacted our normal way of life, and we know how important feeling connected is during lockdown restrictions. We hope the activity pack and gift brought some cheer and helped those we work for feel less isolated until we can all be together again.”
Throughout the coronavirus crisis, Wheatley Care staff have worked hard to ensure the people they work for are supported. Staff have provided ‘boredom busting’ activity packs and helped them keep in touch with friends and family through video calls. Over the festive period, staff distributed over 1,300 meals, hampers and Christmas gifts.
The Fullarton Service is a Care Home for adults in Glasgow, providing support to 22 individuals.