As a school, we have begun to re-establish our connection with the residents and staff at the Blue Wren Lodge, a nursing home facility within the Denmark Hospital. The doors are certainly open, and we are being met with much enthusiasm from the residents, their families, and staff.

On their recent trip, Class 6 sang songs, spoke verses and even celebrated a resident’s birthday with a birthday song in their honour. Classes 3 and 4 also visited and sang songs, and shared some activities from their morning circle. Last week, Classes 3 and 4 sang alongside Bruce and their teachers. 

Our visits have been met with much joy and certainly make the residents smile. It also brings a smile to the children to see and sense how much their visit and performances bring to the residents.  

Intergenerational relationships have benefits for both the young and elderly; it has certainly been a positive experience for the children. 

We are so fortunate to have a lovely care facility so close, and the new school bus making our visits logistically friendly.

Moving forward, we plan for all classes to visit each term, fostering this wholesome connection within our community. 

Robyn