Our Lynwood Explorer journey continued this week as our wonderful residents swapped the canals of Italy for the vibrant sights, sounds and flavours of Jamaica.
Known for its rich musical heritage, colourful culture and warm hospitality, Jamaica was the perfect destination for a week filled with creativity, conversation and plenty of rhythm.
One of the week’s highlights was our Caribbean Percussion Workshop, where our residents got wonderfully resourceful by creating their very own musical instruments. Using everyday materials, they crafted homemade drums before coming together with tamborines, maraccas and drums at the ready to perform their own Caribbean-inspired rhythms… and it was so much fun!
Here are just a few of our favourite photos from the workshop:

No visit to Jamaica would be complete without experiencing some traditional flavours. Our residents enjoyed delicious sharing plates featuring mango salad, saltfish, chicken patty and rounded off the week with Mocktails and Rum cake giving everyone the chance to sample authentic Caribbean cuisine.
Throughout the week, our residents also took part in a variety of activities inspired by the island. Creative art sessions and tropical flower arranging encouraged self-expression and fine motor skills, while seated exercises helped everyone stay active in a fun and accessible way. Live entertainment from David McEwan, player brought our residents together whilst he played the accordion in The Pantry, and a Caribbean-themed quiz offered a gentle opportunity to stimulate memory, encourage conversation and learn something new.
As another exciting destination comes to an end, our residents have once again embraced the opportunity to explore a different culture through music, food, creativity and shared experiences.
The Lynwood Explorer is ready to set sail once again and we can’t wait to share where our residents will be travelling next for our final destination… 🟢⚪️🟢
