Activities at Beeston View Memory Lane Community
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Luisa Painemilla
Hi there, I'm Luisa, Activities Co-ordinator at Iddenshall Hall.
I have worked with the elderly over 8 years and also for fifteen years in the social field as an Activities Coordinator for different social groups in three countries. I have a Degree in Social Integration, a Certificate in Theatrical Psychology and a Music Therapy certificate. In the past I have worked for local authorities and in a cerebral palsy home.
My work is very rewarding and it is a pleasure planning events and activities each month. I enjoy interacting with Residents and learning about their interests, preferences and experiences.
Look out for our activities and events - you are welcome to join us!
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 Beeston View Memory Lane Community
Mexican Independence Day
We decorated our home with green, white and red flags in celebration of the Mexican Independence Day.
Our residents watched a lovely video filled with fun facts about Mexico as well as a video of the Mexican President perform his traditional cry in 2020.
We all tasted delicious Mexican food: enchiladas, tostadas and tacos, along with traditional drinks such as tequila and mescal.
It was a lovely day, enjoyed by all.
Musical journey with English National Ballet
We celebrated Last Night of the Proms virtually with members of English National Ballet’s Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Music Director Gavin Sutherland.
We listened and danced along as members of the orchestra took us on a magical, musical journey. English National Ballet Philharmonic is made up of many of the country’s top musicians, and boasts considerable experience in all forms of music-making. With insights and anecdotes into what it takes to conduct an orchestra for a world-class ballet company, this special concert got our feet tapping, arms waving and hearts singing!
It was a wonderful experience, enjoyed by all.
Dog competition
Our Residents of Beeston View had a very enjoyable afternoon judging the cutest, cuddliest and cheekiest dogs belonging to staff and carers at Beeston View. The winning dogs (via their very proud owners received a certificate and more importantly for them, some tasty treats!
World Photography Day
To mark World Photography Day, staff and residents at Barchester’s Iddenshall Hall were treated to a live streaming photography masterclass courtesy of top professional photographer, Damian Bailey before getting behind the lens to capture their own photographs. It was a fun filled afternoon for everyone.
Virtual trip to Beluga Whale Sanctuary
We took a wonderful virtual trip to Iceland and visited the SEA LIFE Trust Beluga Whale Sanctuary to have an inside look into the daily care of their two resident beluga whales: Little White and Little Grey.
Our residents were introduced to the history of the Beluga Whale Sanctuary and learnt more about its mission to provide a more natural home for belugas in human care with a first-hand look at how the dedicated team are not only caring for the whales, but preparing for their future in the sea sanctuary!
It was an enjoyable event for everyone, learning more about the amazing beluga whales and how they are cared for at the sanctuary.
Tang-tastic pies for afternoon tea!
Residents of our Memory Lane community enjoyed rolling up their sleeves as they set about to make tang-tastic mini lemon meringue pies to accompany their afternoon tea. Residents donned their chef hats and aprons to create truly delicious mouth-watering pies, worthy of a place in the ‘Great British bake Off!’
Upcoming events
May
Spring is in full swing! Come along and see what we have going on during the fresh month of May...
