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
Wimbledon
Juniper House thoroughly enjoyed celebrating the Wimbledon Tennis Championships with residents & staff getting into the spirit with a delicious delivery of fresh strawberries courtesy of a residents farming family. Thank you so much for helping to bring a taste of Wimbledon to Juniper House. We also enjoyed jugs of Pimms and traditional cream teas whilst cheering on our favourite players.
10 Year Service Award
RGN and Head of Unit Tyisa, RGN Sweet Caroline & Head of Housekeeping Mandy have given an amazing 10 years to the care of residents at Juniper House.
Primarily joining as care assistants Tyisa & Caroline were promoted to senior carers, became the first cohort of care practitioners within the company and whilst working at Juniper started their nursing access course before joining University in 2018. Both ladies juggled family life, work, studies and gained their 1st class nursing degree in 2021. A day which everyone at Juniper House was incredibly proud of after watching their careers progress from their first day.
During her impressive service Mandy has been dedicated to leading the housekeeping team ensuring residents have a home from home experience with the finer touches you’d expect in a luxury hotel. During the pandemic Mandy kept the entire home safe for residents & staff during very difficult times.
All three ladies have welcomed residents & their families into the home and loved & cared for them like a member of the family.
Thank you for your service we are forever grateful for everything you do.
Carers Week
Appreciation post for the amazing, hardworking & dedicated carers at Juniper House as we celebrate Carers Week. We have a truly wonderful team of carers and we want to say a huge thank you for everything you do for the residents & their families. You are there 24/7 365 delivering person centred care, shining stars in the darkest nights & a hand to hold if things feel tough
Royal Ascot
Residents celebrated Royal Ascot and Ladies Day with the fabulous Fiona Harrison - A Voice in a Million, an afternoon of wonderful entertainment served with Prosecco cocktails!
World Cocktail Day
“Do you like Piña colada’s” Happy World Cocktail Day! Residents & staff at Juniper House enjoyed an afternoon of music & merriment sampling different cocktails & mock-tails. The summer is approaching & we are looking forward to the long summer days & fun in Juniper gardens with friends, families & a refreshing Pimms.
Chelsea Flower Show
Celebrating RHS - Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show by creating our own floral displays with Juniper House’s Beautiful Blooms Masterclass. A multi-sensory activity using fresh cut flowers, herbs from the garden & decorative accessories. The feel of the stems, softness of the petals & floral scents evoking special memories. Supporting creativity & social interactions, the Juniper Coffee shop was awash with colours. Residents reminisced about visiting the Chelsea Flower Show: “We brought sooo many plants on the last day, we didn’t fit on the Tube! It took us hours to get home!” “My Sister & I went each year as we lived in Chelsea, it was fabulous & I’ve seen it change so much over the years. I now enjoy watching it at my leisure on my iPad”
