Maiden Castle House residents enjoy an alpaca adventure

Residents at Maiden Castle House were delighted to welcome two very special visitors when Caramac and Liquorice, two friendly alpacas from Alpaca Adventure, stopped by the home.

The visit gave residents the chance to get up close with the gentle animals, stroke their wonderfully soft coats and enjoy a memorable experience together.

Caramac and Liquorice make new friends

Caramac and Liquorice quickly became popular guests as they made their way around Maiden Castle House, visiting every lounge as well as many residents in their bedrooms.

Residents were struck by the alpacas’ calm and friendly nature, with plenty of opportunities to gently stroke them and appreciate their soft woollen coats.

The visit brought smiles throughout the home, with both residents and members of the team enjoying the chance to spend time with the unusual visitors.

A memorable moment for Kath

Resident Kath was particularly taken with the alpacas and enjoyed spending time getting to know them.

After meeting Caramac and Liquorice, she said: “I really wish we could have one here as a pet!”

Her reaction summed up the enjoyment of the afternoon, with the alpacas’ gentle presence making a lasting impression on everyone who met them.

Bringing animals into daily life at Maiden Castle House

Animal visits can create wonderful opportunities for residents to enjoy sensory experiences, conversation and companionship.

At Maiden Castle House, the activities programme is designed to offer residents a varied range of experiences that reflect their interests and bring opportunities for enjoyment, engagement and connection.

Visits such as this also give residents the chance to experience something a little different without having to leave the comfort and familiarity of the home.

Food, Fun and Friendship at Maiden Castle House

The alpaca visit was another lovely example of Care South’s ethos of Food, Fun and Friendship in action, creating a shared experience that brought residents and colleagues together.

From meeting visiting animals and enjoying creative activities to entertainment and trips into the local community, the team at Maiden Castle House works to create meaningful moments for residents throughout the year.