Activities at Ashford House Care Home
Here at Ashford House we try to aim to cater to everyone’s hobbies and preferences, nothing is impossible! All our activities are designed to empower our residents helping them complete meaningful activities that stimulate them mentally, physically and emotionally. As well as sticking to 'mainstream' activities that you would normally find in this kind of environment, we aim to step outside the box with our provision. We think this is the best way of creating person-centred activities, as each plan is uniquely crafted around each individual, who are treated with respect and dignity in their choices and supported to take control of how they spend their time.
Sheeba Khan
Hi, my name is Sheeba, and I am an Activities Coordinator here at Ashford House.
Having a degree in Fine-Arts and a creative background enables me to plan person-centred activities according to the personalities and tastes of our residents here at Ashford House. I believe and work towards making a positive difference to their day to day life and I can honestly say this is one of the most rewarding jobs. I am really enjoying my role as an Activities Co-Ordinator at Ashford House.
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 Ashford House Care Home
We've got that friday feeling at Ashford House
Like all good British traditions fish and chips is served at Ashford House on a Friday. The history of fish and chips dates back to the early 1800's. It is thought that it was bought to Britain by British immigrants from Spain and Portugal - who ate fish on a Friday, coated with flower and covered in oil. We can thank Sir Walter Raleigh, for bringing the potato from the New World in the early 17th century - The very first fish and chip shop is thought to have opened in 1863, in an place called Mossely near Oldham, Lancashire.
Our very own 'Virtual Dog Competition'
Some of the contestants for our 'Virtual Dog Show' They are just lovely.
Our residents have been missing their four legged visitors throughout lockdown, so we thought we would bring yours to Ashford House care centre.
Our competition runs throughout much of August - send a picture in of your precious pooch for our residents to see and get a chance to win our competition.
LONG AWAITED REUNIONS AT ASHFORD HOUSE CARE CENTRE
For some residents at Ashford House care home in Stanwell, the long awaited reunion with family and friends became a reality recently, as limited garden visits have now been allowed to commence at the home.
There has been much careful planning and preparation for this moment by Barchester Healthcare, who run Ashford House care home, and at this point it is a limited and cautious approach, with not all residents being able to accept visitors, but only where we believe it to be safe. Visitors must not have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 14 days, be showing any symptoms or, be self-isolating. Visitors may only access a designated outdoor area that does not require entry to the home, and are not permitted to enter the building for any reason. Infection control protocols and social distancing are in place for every visit, including a hand sanitizer station. Cleaning at Ashford House care home will take place after each visit to ensure chairs, seats, windows, hard surfaces including windowsills are wiped down appropriately.
It was welcome news to so many residents, family, and friends, who were kept apart for so long following strict government guidance. Residents and their relatives enjoyed getting together in the home’s garden for which was full of joy and chatter.
Judith Boikhutso, Operations Manager at the home, said: “This has been a much welcomed development in what have been very strange times. The visits are well organised, and a lot of safety measures have been put in place to keep everyone safe. It was wonderful to see how happy it made the residents and their relatives.”
We are welcoming new residents into our homes to ensure that we are there for those that need care and support, and have a very clear admission policy and infection control protocols that must be met. Please do give us a call on 01784 425810 if you are looking for care or need any further help.
Ashford House Care Centre is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Ashford House provides dementia nursing care, residential care and respite care.
Inside Ashford House
Ashford House has recently been totally refurbished to the high Barchester standards. It is decorated throughout with bright pastel shades. Our housekeeping team pride themselves on the cleanliness of our home.
When the Chef makes staff lunch
Our award winning Chef made lunch for the team as a treat. Wow, thank you Sharon Pearson. What a treat.
You are welcome!
Judith Boikhutso our Divisional Operations Manager is spreading the word to our local community that new residents are welcome here, in our lovely home. We offer a safe and calm environment, caring for the residents wellbeing, health and safety.
