Let there be light! Harrow care home residents celebrate Diwali

Residents at a care home in Harrow marked the Hindu festival of light, Diwali, with an afternoon celebrating Hindu culture.  

Residents at Care UK’s Buchanan Court, on Sudbury Hill, celebrated the festival of light, Diwali, with an Indian themed lunch and a special performance from team members. 

 

As part of the celebrations, team members from Buchanan Court welcomed Gopi Keilman from Care UK entertainments, who was dressed in traditional Punjabi clothes to perform a short Indian inspired dance routine for the residents to enjoy. 

Keen to dress for the occasion, residents dressed in traditional Punjabi scarves and learned more about the history of the festival while enjoying traditional Indian cuisine prepared by the Home’s Head Chef, which include the residents’ favourite – samosas. 

Commenting on the event, resident, Mary Cusick, said: “I loved celebrating Diwali and didn’t want the dancing to end.”

Esther Oluwatosin Adams, Home Manager at Buchanan Court, said: “The residents had a great time celebrating Diwali and watching Gopi Keilman perform. 

“At Buchanan Court, we are committed to ensuring the home is a welcoming and supportive place for everyone, where different cultures and interests are regularly celebrated through memorable activities which promote positive wellbeing. 

“Everyone had a great time celebrating Diwali and learning more about when the festival began. We are already looking forward to next year’s celebrations!” 

Buchanan Court provides full-time residential and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. Designed to enable its residents to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives, the care home has its very own bar and hair salon, and there is plenty of space both in and outdoors for relaxation and recreation.

For more information on Buchanan Court, contact Customer Relations Manager, Lorelei Shepherd, on 020 3504 7835, email lorelei.shepherd@careuk.com or visit careuk.com/buchanan-court.