Ocean Odyssey

A wave of creativity has been sweeping through Bridgemead, Bath, as those who live with us, supported by the care team, have been bringing a beautiful seascape to life

Over the past few weeks, Penny, a carer at Bridgemead, has been supporting 'family members' (those who live with us) as they have worked together to create a collaborative seascape artwork. The project has encouraged creativity, conversation and connection, providing everyone involved with the opportunity to share ideas, explore their artistic talents and create something meaningful to be enjoyed throughout the home.

The seascape has come together piece by piece, with different colours, textures and ideas combining to form a unique work of art inspired by the beauty, tranquillity and memories associated with the coast.

Penny, who has supported the project, said: “this was our weekly project that took place on a Thursday afternoon for activities as this is the day most volunteers come in. Firstly we did the seaweed which we printed then our family members painted it. I then cut it out and stuck it to the blue base background. Then on a Wednesday with day club included we stencilled the border of the undersea project. All the fish were painted by our family members and if they couldn't do it they told someone who could what colour they wanted the fish to be. One of our family members made a paper mache jellyfish. We strung buttons on pipe cleaners for the tentacles to make it look like a jellyfish. My husband made a few 3D fish and a turtle and the family members really liked painting those."

Family members involved in the project have also enjoyed being part of the experience.

Annie, a family member said: “I helped with the seaweed. It has been such a lovely thing to be involved in and a wonderful way to spend time together as a team.”

At Bridgemead, moments like these show how creativity can inspire connection and create lasting memories for everyone involved.

Shottermill House is a 31-bed residential care home in Haslemere, Surrey.

We offer residential care for older people, including for those who are living with dementia. We can provide respite care to those who need it and we are able to offer care at the end of life.

At Shottermill House each room has an adjustable bed, bedside cabinet, chest of drawers, wardrobe and comfortable chair.

We have a garden for those who live with us to enjoy the sunshine, help with a little gardening, or share with visiting family and friends.

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