Residents at Four Acres Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a trip back to the 1970s, with a themed disco and karaoke afternoon that had everyone singing and dancing.
The Four Acres living room was transformed into a disco, complete with colourful lights and decorations, while a playlist of classic 1970s hits set the mood. Some team members dressed in 70s-inspired outfits, much to the delight of residents, who were also welcomed with glow sticks as they arrived. Everyone enjoyed the party, with hotdogs served as a tasty snack before the afternoon continued with karaoke.
Four Acres Residents and visitors from the local community joined in, with familiar songs encouraging everyone to sing along. The karaoke proved a particular highlight, as residents took to the microphone and others joined in from around the room.
Four Acres Resident BP added: “Having a disco is better than anything I’ve done in ages.”
Visitors also praised the welcoming atmosphere, saying: “Really enjoyed it this afternoon. We didn’t expect to be doing karaoke when we visited today. It’s lovely visitors are encouraged to join in. It’s like a big family here.”
The Four Acres team are already planning the next celebration, with an 1980s disco scheduled in two weeks.
At Four Acres, residents’ wishes are at the heart of the activities and events organised by the team. Listening to what residents want and making those ideas happen helps ensure there are always opportunities to enjoy the things that matter to them.
