Diwali at Springdene Care Homes: A Festival of Light, Culture and Community

2 days ago ·

Diwali at Springdene Care Homes: A Festival of Light, Culture and Community

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, was a wonderfully warm celebration across Springdene’s care homes in North London – from Muswell Hill and Hampstead to Enfield. Residents and staff came together to enjoy a colourful afternoon filled with music, storytelling, and delicious Indian treats.

This year’s event captured everything that makes Springdene special: community spirit, cultural celebration and activities that bring joy and connection to daily life.

Lighting Up Our Homes with Colour and Culture

: Diwali celebration graphic with glowing candles and “Happy Diwali” alongside the Spring Lane Care Home logAt Spring Lane, Spring Grove and Springview Care Homes, residents joined in a vibrant Diwali celebration featuring:

  • Traditional Diwali music
  • Colourful rangoli and mandala art
  • A tasting session of popular Indian snacks and sweets
  • Warm, shared conversations and laughter

The room was filled with colour, creativity and the welcoming glow of Diwali lights – a beautiful reminder that celebration and community belong to everyone, at every age.

A Mouth-Watering Diwali Tasting Experience

Our residents enjoyed a delicious selection of Indian favourites, including:

  • Diwali snacks at Spring Lane Care Home including poppadoms, Bombay mix, chutneys, gulab jamun and biscuits.Poppadoms and crackers
  • Bombay mix
  • Chutneys and pickles
  • Gulab jamun (a resident favourite!)
  • Chai masala tea

The tasting session brought back memories, sparked new conversations and created a shared moment of discovery between residents and staff.

Creativity and Calm with Rangoli Art

Resident proudly holding her colourful Diwali mandala art created during the celebration.Many residents chose to take part in colourful rangoli and mandala artwork. These beautiful patterns, traditionally used during Diwali to welcome goodness and good fortune, gave residents a chance to relax, focus and enjoy gentle creativity.

The finished pieces were proudly displayed – and so were the smiles.

Celebrations That Bring People Together

At Springdene, events like Diwali aren’t just activities. They are moments that:

  • Residents at Spring Lane Care Home enjoying Diwali snacks, chatting and celebrating together.Encourage connection and conversation
  • Help residents share traditions and stories
  • Celebrate cultures and communities represented in North London
  • Bring joy, music and warmth into every care home

Families, staff and residents enjoyed the chance to learn something new and celebrate side by side.

Watch Our Diwali Celebration

🎥 View our Diwali highlights video here:
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Care with Heart in North London

Resident at Spring Lane smiling while enjoying Diwali biscuits and treats during the celebration.Springdene Care Homes are based in North London, with homes in Muswell Hill (Spring Lane), Hampstead (Spring Grove) and Enfield (Springview). Each home runs a full calendar of events and cultural celebrations throughout the year, helping residents enjoy meaningful, social and uplifting experiences.

To learn more about life at our homes or to arrange a visit, please get in touch with our friendly team.

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Yorkshire Day Celebrations at Spring Grove Care Home

1 month ago ·

Yorkshire Day Celebrations at Spring Grove Care Home

At Spring Grove Care Home in North London, residents and staff came together to mark Yorkshire Day with an afternoon of cheese, history, singing and plenty of laughter. The home was filled with the warm spirit of Yorkshire traditions, reminding us all of the importance of food, culture and community in everyday life.

A Taste of Yorkshire – Cheese, Crackers and Local Ale

1.	Residents at Spring Grove Care Home enjoying Yorkshire cheese and Timothy Taylor’s beer on Yorkshire Day.

Residents enjoyed a spread of Yorkshire cheeses, Rakusen’s crackers and Timothy Taylor’s beers, bringing authentic flavours of the region right into our lounge. Sharing these treats sparked conversation and memories, and was the perfect way to mark this special day.

Music, Memories and Laughter

2.	Resident sharing a photo from her past during Yorkshire Day celebrations at Spring Grove.

The day also included plenty of singing, laughter and reminiscing. Residents looked back at photographs, shared stories, and enjoyed time together celebrating the best of Yorkshire heritage. For many, it was a chance to revisit happy memories and create new ones with friends.

Community Spirit at Spring Grove

3.	Residents relaxing with cheese and crackers during Yorkshire Day at Spring Grove.

At Spring Grove, events like Yorkshire Day are about more than just food and song — they’re about creating meaningful moments, encouraging conversation, and fostering the friendships that make our home feel so special. Our team works hard to make sure residents always have activities that are fun, stimulating and rooted in tradition.

Want to Find Out More?

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If you’re looking for a care home in North London with a strong sense of community and plenty of engaging activities, we’d love to show you what life at Spring Grove has to offer.

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Classic Cars, Jazz and Summer Sunshine at Springview Care Home in Enfield

2 months ago ·

Classic Cars, Jazz and Summer Sunshine at Springview Care Home in Enfield

Poster advertising the Springview Care Home Summer Festival in Enfield, with BBQ, jazz band and classic cars to raise funds for the RNLI.The residents of Springview Care Home in Enfield were treated to a spectacular day of entertainment at this year’s Summer Festival. Families, friends and members of the local community came together to enjoy live music, delicious food, and an impressive line-up of vintage cars right outside the home on Crescent Road.

A Festival to Remember in Enfield

From the moment guests arrived, there was a buzz of excitement. The car park was filled with gleaming classic cars kindly brought along by members of the Barnet Classic Car Club and the Whitewebbs Museum of Transport. Residents admired favourites such as Jaguars, MGs and Triumphs — vehicles that brought back fond memories and sparked conversations about days gone by.

Green vintage MG with rear-mounted spare wheel among the classic cars at Springview Care Home Summer Festival in Enfield.

Meanwhile, the sounds of a live jazz band set the perfect summer atmosphere, while the delicious aromas of a sizzling BBQ tempted everyone to gather around for freshly grilled treats. Families and residents alike enjoyed the chance to relax in the sunshine and celebrate together.

Light green classic Jaguar convertible on display outside Springview Care Home in Enfield, with residents and families enjoying the Summer Festival.

Community Spirit and Special Guests

The festival was not only a joyful occasion but also a chance to support a worthy cause, with proceeds going to the RNLI Tower Lifeboat Station, whose volunteers carry out lifesaving work on the River Thames.

It was wonderful to see the Enfield community — along with visitors from nearby Winchmore Hill, Southgate, Barnet, Palmers Green and Cheshunt — join in the festivities and share the day with our residents.

Classic yellow Lotus Seven sports car on show at Springview Care Home’s Summer Festival in Enfield

See the Festival from Above

Time flies when you’re having fun! Our drone footage captured the festival atmosphere from a whole new perspective — showcasing the colourful cars, the lively jazz band and the happy faces of everyone who joined us.

👉 Watch the video on Instagram or on Facebook

Vintage yellow Triumph and other classic cars lined up outside Springview Care Home in Enfield for the Summer Festival.

A Big Thank You

We would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of the Summer Festival — from the car enthusiasts and musicians to our staff, volunteers and supportive families. Most of all, it was a day for our residents, giving them a chance to enjoy the sights and sounds of summer with their loved ones.

At Springview Care Home in Enfield, we believe in creating moments that matter — from everyday activities to special community events like this one.

Close-up of two grey Jaguar classics at the Springview Care Home Summer Festival in Enfield, admired by residents and visitors.

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Spring Lane Residents Visit Woodberry Wetlands in Stoke Newington

1 year ago ·

Spring Lane Residents Visit Woodberry Wetlands in Stoke Newington

Residents from Spring Lane Residential Care Home in Muswell Hill recently enjoyed a summer day out to Woodberry Wetlands nature reserve in Stoke Newington.

The group took in views of the reservoir while enjoying tea and cake at the café, surrounded by peaceful natural scenery. A highlight of the trip was resident Cecil – a keen fisherman and birdwatcher – who brought along his binoculars and enthusiastically pointed out different bird species to the group.

Trips like these are part of Springdene’s commitment to enriching daily life for our residents through meaningful, nature-based activities that support wellbeing, social connection, and joy

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