Casa Antonia Nursing and Residential Home shares Christmas cheer from early December with its residents through a variety of festive activities. The home, which this year is celebrating its 15th anniversary, is organising traditional and entertaining activities to provide enjoyment to both residents and their families.
Getting into the Christmas spirit started off with the craft and cooking sessions during which residents enjoy lending a hand in. Hands on activities are part of Casa Antonia's ongoing initiative for active and healthy ageing with homelike comforts and companionship.
"Engaging our residents in the right leisure activities helps to keep their interests alive. Preparing together for this festive season make it easy for residents to enjoy companionship with other residents, families and staff," said Casa Antonia's General Manager Dr Sarah Cassar. "We emphasise on holistic quality care, that is nurturing for the mind, body and spirit of our residents."
The activities started with a Christmas reminiscent session, led by Maria Pace, on past and present Christmas traditions. Various children's choirs are visiting the home to present their festive concerts with traditional Christmas carols. Visiting beautifully decorated places for the season is another aspect that is appreciated by the residents as they get to feel part of the communitys.
The activities are reaching a high point in the coming days with a Christmas party for residents and their family members. On Christmas Eve, residents will be treated to a special Christmas lunch with live music and presents. Christmas eve mass, including the traditional priedka tat-tifel (child's sermon), will start at 6.00pm. Afterwards, mulled wine, Irish coffee and Christmas traditional sweets including l-imbuljuta tal-qastan (hot chestnut drink), imqaret (date filled pastries), and mince pies will be served.
Another special festive lunch will be prepared on New Year's Eve. The residents' family members are invited to join the pre-lunch reception with prosecco and canapés.
"At Casa Antonia, we make the festive season feels like home for both our residents and staff. We love to celebrate such important times during the year with a festive spirit and charm as this is much appreciated by our residents," added Ms Cassar.
For enquiries at Casa Antonia, one can call on 21496277 or send an email to [email protected]