What did the residents of the Old Vicarage care home create?

The residents of the Old Vicarage care home in Bakewell, Derbyshire created their own rap video to tell their life stories.

What topics did the residents' rap video cover?

The rap video covered topics such as one resident's brushes with the Grim Reaper and disputes over the television remote control.

How did the rap video project benefit the residents of the Old Vicarage?

The rap video project helped the residents develop a stronger sense of community and showcased their remarkable talents, proving they are "capable of amazing feats" despite their advanced age.

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Retirement Home Residents Rap Their Life Stories in Viral Video

14 Nov

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Summary

Residents of the Old Vicarage care home in Bakewell, Derbyshire created their own rap video
The video covers topics like one resident's brushes with death and TV remote control disputes
The activity helped residents develop a sense of community and showcase their capabilities

Retirement Home Residents Rap Their Life Stories in Viral Video

Just over a week ago, on November 6th, 2025, a group of residents at the Old Vicarage care home in Bakewell, Derbyshire surprised everyone by appearing in their own homemade rap video. The idea was conceived by the home's activity coordinator, James Dixon, who had previously organized a successful comedy Western film project for the residents.

This time, Dixon wanted to give the residents an opportunity to share their life stories through the medium of rap music. The resulting video features the elderly residents using green screens and costumes to create a lively and engaging production. The lyrics cover a range of topics, including one resident's close brushes with the Grim Reaper and the ongoing disputes over the television remote control.