RESIDENTS at Crandon Springs Care Home in Wells have been tucking into a refreshing mix of fruity treats laid on by head chef at the home, Simon Jackson.

The special line of hydration and nutrition snacks were expertly designed to help them stay well, healthy and hydrated during the recent heatwave.

Residents sampled a range of smoothies bursting with mixed berries, melon, strawberries, bananas, mango and pineapple, while colourful fruit platters and fruit kebabs proved equally popular.

There was also the chance to try naturally flavoured waters infused with orange, cucumber and lemon, with residents discussing healthy alternatives to fizzy drinks and the benefits of drinking plenty of water.

The event attracted a good turnout of residents from across the home, and generated plenty of positive feedback.

Resident Joy happily enjoyed two glasses of smoothie alongside fruit kebabs, while Lisa and Wendy described the drinks as “amazing”.

Pat sampled all of the flavoured waters and tucked into fruit kebabs, melon and strawberries while Greta also joined the session, enjoying flavoured water and a bowl of mixed fruit including blueberries, strawberries, banana and apricots.

Head Chef at Crandon Springs, Simon, said: “Good nutrition and hydration are fundamental to our residents’ health and wellbeing every day, but especially during periods of warmer weather.

“For older people, staying hydrated is particularly important as dehydration can increase the risk of falls, dizziness, confusion and illness.

“I really enjoyed spending time with residents and helping them understand how simple things like drinking enough water and eating plenty of fruit can make a real difference to their health. “I love seeing people enjoy what I’ve prepared, so it was also rewarding to see residents coming back for second helpings and talking about how much they enjoyed it.”

The event is one of many wellbeing-focused activities keeping residents healthy, happy and thriving throughout the summer months.