International Reggae Day

Residents of Claremont were treated to an afternoon of wonderful music on Wednesday 1st July, for International Reggae Day, which was founded in Jamacia in 1994. Claremont welcomed back the talented Reggae Ray Hue who also explained his heritage from his father who served in the RAF during WW2.

Residents joined in with the songs which brought a party atmosphere to the whole afternoon with songs such as 'Israelites' by Desmond Dekker, 'Three Little Birds' by Bob Marley, ‘Kingston Town’ by UB40, Amazing Grace, Everly Brothers, Elvis Presley and many more outstanding hits.

Residents were singing, waving their pom-poms and even had a chance to dance either in their seats or with assistance with members of the activity team.

After the entertainment residents tucked in to Jamaican inspired food and drink jerk chicken with peas and rice, a selection of mouth watering fruits, ginger cake, ginger beer, fresh fruit punch and pina colada, which was all freshly prepared by the homes 2nd chef Mel. Residents and vocalist Ray thought the food was fantastic with many going in for seconds!

Residents and team members found out more about the music genre reggae and how it all came about and that it originated in Jamaica in the late 1960's, with famous artists such as Bob Marley & the Wailers, Jimmy Cliff and Toots and the Maytals.

Music always lifts everyone's mood and helps support memory and emotional well-being. The afternoon was a good chance for everyone to enjoy different types of music from around the world.

Claremont Parkway Care Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK's largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Claremont Parkway provides residential care and nursing care for 61 residents from respite care to long term stays.