In the last week of October 2026, residents and teams at five Amicura care homes in Scotland and England celebrated Halloween. Each home planned its own Halloween activities around the people who live there, so masks, scarecrows, painted pumpkins and live music all played a part.
River Brook, Birmingham: a party for families
At River Brook in Stirchley, residents took part in a Halloween crafts workshop in the lounge. On 29 October, families, friends and staff joined residents for a party with snacks, drinks and live music from Bob Gessey. Shanon the pony also came back to visit by popular demand.
Liberton Brae, Edinburgh: a week of build up
Residents at Liberton Brae did Halloween arts and crafts, went on a trip to Dobbies garden centre and enjoyed a violin recital from Rhea, who has played at the home before. The party on 30 October brought spooky games, singing and dancing, with Martin entertaining.
The Glen, Morecambe: painted pumpkins and a pirate
Halloween week at The Glen began with pumpkins. Residents carved them, then painted them in bold reds, yellows, blues and greens. The week also included Halloween films, dressing up and a singalong of songs from the past. The team held a staff costume competition, won by Hannah from the domestic team in a pirate costume, and one resident’s family brought in cakes for the staff.
Haslingden Hall, Lancashire: meet Bobby and Shelia
On 27 October, residents at Haslingden Hall made two scarecrows, complete with glasses, gloves and scarves, and named them Bobby and Shelia. Earlier in the month, the home ran a Halloween raffle for the residents’ activity fund.
Carnbroe Care Centre, Coatbridge: masks and music
On 29 October, residents at Carnbroe Care Centre decorated their own Halloween masks and tried on different disguises. The next day, staff came to work in costume, John Davidson led the singing and dancing, and every resident received a Halloween bag of treats to enjoy the following day.
Why these care home activities look different in every home
Seasonal events work best when residents shape them. One home chose to name its scarecrows. Another asked a favourite pony to come back. Small choices like these make a celebration feel like it belongs to the people taking part.
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If you’re looking at care homes for someone close to you, visiting is the best way to see daily life for yourself. Find an Amicura care home near you and contact the home team to arrange a visit.