“They’re so soft!” – Barford Court residents welcome baby chicks

Above: Residents Rex and Stephanie meet the newly hatched chicks at Barford Court, in Hove.

To mark National Pet Month and Easter in April, residents at Barford Court, in Hove, have been nurturing several eggs, which were obtained by the Home’s staff.

Eventually, after much anticipation, they were able to watch the baby chicks hatch from their eggs. The residents were delighted to meet and stroke the affectionate animals, which eagerly explored their surroundings with the natural curiosity of most newborn creatures.

Taking part in this activity, resident Rex said:

Oh, my little cuties – they’re so soft!

Resident Rhoda held one of the ducklings and said with amazement:

Oh my goodness. How clever is nature. What a darling!

Meanwhile, resident Jack smiled and added:

They have grown so quickly, and are so very curious.

Activities Coordinator Rachel said: “Residents have had the chance to feel the chicks’ soft feathers, a particularly delightful experience for those who have a visual impairment. These baby chicks have brought a sense of joy and calmness, which is fantastic for the residents’ mental health and wellbeing.”

The newly hatched chicks, named Huey, Lewie, Susy and Dewey.

[Summary: To celebrate National Pet Month and Easter, residents at Barford Court in Hove enjoyed the experience of hatching and caring for baby chicks, delighting in their softness and curious nature. The activity brought joy and a sense of calm to the Home, with staff highlighting its positive impact on residents’ wellbeing, especially for those with visual impairments.]