From the earliest motorcars to the classic vehicles that once filled Britain’s roads, there was plenty to see and talk about when a group from Frome Nursing Home spent the day exploring Haynes Motor Museum in Somerset. For some, the cars brought back stories of learning to drive and the vehicles they once owned.
Lesley, George Richards, Adam, Maureen and Jackie, residents who are fondly referred to as family members, headed from their nursing home in Frome, Somerset, to Sparkford for a day amongst some of Britain’s best-known cars.
With rows of beautifully preserved vehicles stretching across the exhibition halls, there was plenty to catch everyone’s attention. George was particularly pleased with what he saw, saying, “I loved seeing the old cars,” while Adam was equally impressed: “It was wonderful to be out and see all those beautiful cars kept in such good condition.”
There was also a moment of humour when Maureen spotted a car that she declared was older than she was, before offering to buy it if only they had the money!
The visit wasn’t all about looking, either. The museum’s interactive displays gave the group an opportunity to get involved, with George and Lesley trying their hand at making prints of classic cars.
Team member Jitten, who accompanied the group, recalled how much conversation the visit prompted:
“Our family members really enjoyed the trip to the Motor Museum. It brought back lots of memories and sparked great conversations. Several of our family members were fascinated by the vintage cars and were sharing stories about cars they owned or learned to drive in years ago. It was a lovely, calm and engaging day out, everyone was smiling on the way home and has been talking about it since.”
For those living at Frome Nursing Home, getting out into the community remains part of everyday life. A move into a care home doesn’t mean leaving behind the interests, hobbies or places that have always been part of someone’s life.
And judging by the conversations that continued long after the group returned home, the visit to Haynes Motor Museum gave everyone plenty to talk about.
To find out more about activities and everyday life at Frome Nursing Home, based in Frome, Somerset, visit fromecarevillage.com or https://fromecarevillage.com/activities-in-care/