Laughter fills James Terry Court as residents enjoy fun balloon game
27 August 2025
Above: Residents and staff at James Terry Court, in South Croydon, have had a ball earlier this week, enjoying a lively balloon game that sparked laughter and teamwork.
Residents at James Terry Court, in South Croydon, have been enjoying a week of engaging activities, with one new game in particular bringing lots of joy and laughter.
Inspired by a creative idea from Maggie, a member of the Home’s Administration team, residents took part in an exciting balloon game that quickly became a hit. The activity encouraged movement, hand-eye coordination and plenty of smiles, as residents worked together to keep balloons in the air. Once the activity was over, resident Pat said:
It made me feel like a child again — such a fun afternoon!
The activity encouraged movement, hand-eye coordination and plenty of smiles.
Home Manager Diane Rumsby says:
Our staff members enjoy brainstorming creative ideas to keep our residents engaged, and always welcome suggestions from the residents themselves.
Maggie came up with a balloon game and the residents absolutely loved it. All we could hear across James Terry Court was laughter!
The activity is part of James Terry Court’s commitment to providing a variety of recreational opportunities that support residents’ wellbeing, keeping them active, stimulated and socially engaged.
[Summary: Residents at James Terry Court, in South Croydon, have been enjoying a lively week of activities, with a balloon game created by a member of the Administration team proving especially popular. The game encouraged movement, teamwork and laughter, reflecting the Home’s commitment to promoting wellbeing and keeping residents active and socially engaged.]