Activities at Juniper House Care Home
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
Hayley Brice
Hi, I’m Hayley I joined Juniper House In 2023. I have around six years’ experience in health and social care, starting as a healthcare assistant and then as I increasingly noticed how important residents well-being is in their daily life, onto an activities co-ordinator. I have grown passionate about improving their quality of life on a daily basis and being a companion and smiling face for our residents. I love to encourage residents to continue with things which they have always done throughout their life such as gardening or arts and crafts and also trying new things like learning a new dance technique! I am passionate about ensuring residents keep in contact with the community, so we regularly board the mini bus and I drive them to somewhere which they will love.
My favourite activities are in the summer where I plan many events to take place outside in the sunshine. Any excuse to be outside, whether it’s out in our greenhouse or having a drink in the garden with live music. I think this is such a happy time for residents and their families.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
Read our brochure
Activities and Events Partnerships
As part of our bespoke life-enrichment programmes, we host a number of live virtual events in the home on a regular basis through a number of partnerships with places of interest and world class performance companies
Life at Juniper House Care Home
Pride in our diversity
Juniper House care home joined with other Barchester homes in Northamptonshire to support Northampton Pride Festival last weekend. We had a stall promoting Barchester’s person-centred approach to meeting the diverse support needs of people in later life. It was a fun day on the Market Square with food, games, music and lots of colour.
Tie Dye Crafting
At Juniper House, we have been trying some new crafting activities and, most recently, we had a go at creating some bright & colourful tie dye prints for a special themed day we have in the diary.
Holy Communion
We welcomed Rev Rich Duncan from St Peters Church for a Holy Communion service & spiritual reflection. Residents' individual personal beliefs and wishes are always respected and supported through activities.
We have dedicated areas for residents to have the space to worship with friends or privately if they choose, to help stay connected with their faith.
Sensory Crafting
Residential & Memory Lane communities enjoy sensory & creative Tuesdays at Juniper House. Residents recently made butterfly & flower shapes using air dry clay, helping to keep hands busy.
British GP Weekend
Ahead of this weekend’s British GP at Silverstone, residents at Juniper House hopped on board the mini bus to wish their friends at Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One team all the best & good luck for Sunday.
We will all be cheering you on! Thank you Mercedes for being so accommodating; residents were thrilled with their photos of Lewis Hamilton & Valtteri.
Scarecrow Festival
Juniper House residents & staff are proud to have taken part in this wonderful community project celebrating the Brackley Scarecrow Festival.
