Minibus Trips
Our home has regular access to one of our four modern and well-equipped minibuses. The professional drivers liaise with the Companionship Team and residents to understand their preferences and provide access through half-day or full-day trips, getting out and about to enjoy the local sights, often taking packed-lunches, snacks, hot coffee and tea.
A Great Way to Maintain Dignity & Independence
Getting out and about is a necessity for us all, both in terms of mental and physical health.
Popular with many residents, our home offers regular minibus outings into the surrounding area where a variety of trips are organised by our Companionship Team, providing the opportunity to visit and explore new places.
These trips are a great chance to get out and enjoy some of the wonderful places that the local area has to offer.
Building Friendships & Sharing Experiences
Minibus trips are a great way to connect with fellow residents, building friendships over shared experiences and adventures.
Whether it’s a trip to the local pub, a visit to the seaside for fish and chips, or a day out taking in a majestic cathedral, connection to life outside the home is a vital part of day-to-day life for our residents.
“The knowledge that my mother is being looked after so well, is a great comfort to me.” – Daughter of Resident at Braemar Lodge
Wish you were here!
Enjoy a selection of snaps from minibus outings across the Colten Care family of care homes.
See if you can spot the residents and Companions of Braemar Lodge!
Valerie, Elizabeth, and Margaret enjoying the sea breeze at Lymington with Driver David and Companion Pauline
Valarie admiring the tulips at Arundel Castle
Eve basking in the sun at Moreton
Shirley and Margaret visiting the local Cats Protection centre to drop off handmade blankets
Jean enjoying a cuppa on the ferry to the Isle of Wight
Pippa, Janet, and David taking in the sights at Portland Bill
John and Brenda toasting at Buckler’s Hard
Ben having fun at Beaulieu
Mary enjoying an ice cream pit stop
Christine waving to passing ships at Lee-on-the-Solent
Keith capturing the sights of Southbourne with his camera
Betty choosing flowers at the local garden centre
Valerie enjoying a shopping spree
Jean browsing the shop at Compton Acres
Keep exploring
Nutritious Mealtimes
Food and drink are critical to our well-being in so many ways. Our chef will provide a diet that is not only full of choice, but is also wholesome, nutritious, well-balanced and right for our residents.
Hobbies & Interests
We understand that staying physically and mentally active can have a profound effect on our wellbeing. Our home has a dedicated Companionship Team whose role within the home is to plan, organise and deliver an exciting and engaging programme of activities specifically tailored to the wishes of residents be that in large groups, small groups or simply one on one time.
Music & Arts
Music and the arts play an important and powerful part in all our lives. Whether it be through music, movement, storytelling, singing, drama, reading or writing poetry, our home offers each resident the opportunity to explore the many ways in which music and creative arts can enrich their wellbeing.
Your Garden
Many of our residents have enjoyed a love of gardens and gardening throughout their lives. To ensure this passion continues, we strive to make our outdoor living spaces accessible, interactive and stimulating and encourage residents to take a keen interest in the gardens.
Housekeeping & Maintenance
We take care of the daily housekeeping and maintenance responsibilities so our residents don’t have to. Feeling warm and safe in our homes and having peace of mind are just two of the benefits our residents enjoy from the personally tailored care we provide.
We’re Here For You
Whether you’d like an initial chat about the care we provide, you have a question about our all-inclusive fees, or you’d like more information about our beautiful home, we’re here to help.