Reach Out Choir Brings Festive Cheer to Woodlands Care Centre

Woodlands Care Centre in Cambridge was filled with music and festive spirit recently as the Reach Out Choir paid a special Christmas visit, creating a lively and engaging afternoon for residents, relatives and team members alike.

Around 25 members of the choir performed a selection of well-known Christmas songs, with the room full everyone enthusiastically joined in.

The home’s chef prepared a selection of homemade treats to accompany the event, including jammy dodgers, chocolate brownies, fruit cake and lemon cake, all served with teas and coffees. After the performance, residents and choir members spent time together enjoying refreshments and conversation, adding a social element to the occasion.

Sarah, Lifestyle Lead at Woodlands Care Centre, said: “The Reach Out Choir were fantastic and really helped create a relaxed and enjoyable afternoon. It was lovely to see so many residents singing along, smiling and chatting with the choir afterwards. Events like this are a great way to bring people together and add variety to the activities calendar.”

The choir also took time to engage with residents following the performance, chatting over tea and cake and making the experience feel personal and inclusive.

Colin, General Manager at Woodlands Care Centre, added: “Community connections play an important role in life at Woodlands, and it was great to welcome the Reach Out Choir into the home. The afternoon was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who attended and highlighted how music can bring people together in a meaningful and enjoyable way.”

The visit formed part of Woodlands Care Centre’s festive programme, which focuses on creating engaging experiences that residents can enjoy alongside the wider community.

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