Activities at Bloomfield Care Centre
We host a wide range of activities and events here for residents to stimulate them both physically and mentally. Relatives can often be found taking part; for example, they will some times join us on minibus trips and to enjoy entertainers and musical events. There is regular involvement from the local community, with ministers holding services for us weekly, visits from our PAT dog, and a good volunteer network. Additionally, we have recently opened a Dementia Café, which is held on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Activities are an essential part of residents' lives, so we strive to keep them active with a focus on what they can achieve and that life here is fun.
Cathy Jallow
Hello, My name is Cathy and I am the Activities Coordinator at Bloomfield care centre.
I joined the team here at Bloomfield in August 2017 as carer and have since moved into Activities.
The Activities role is varied and one which allows me to plan amazing activities for our residents to ensure their days are filled with lots of fun, laughter and social interaction.
I am always looking for new activity ideas as well as new places to visit, so please give me a call to discuss our life enrichment programme further.
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 Bloomfield Care Centre
Art Class
Some shelter from the sun and learning a new skill. Residents really enjoyed the art workshop recently. They were taught how to paint by numbers and what colours to mix and use for maximum effect.
Mayor of Paulton visits
Residents were delighted when the Mayor Cllr Gail Garlick agreed to join us for the afternoon. We wanted to honour all our staff for there hard work and comittment over the last year. So we joined the BANES Council plant a tree campaign and planted one of our own in the grounds, along with a plaque dedicated to all the staff here at Bloomfield. Cllr Gail joined us after for afternoon tea and fizz in the home. We look forward to welcoming her back on our next project.
Live Floristry Masterclass with Bloominghaus
Residents were treated to a virtual flower arranging demonstration with a difference, it was wonderful that our residents were able to follow along and create their own floral displays using flowers from our own garden and the local florist. It was a really enjoyable afternoon, we’re so grateful to Michal and Michael from Blooming Haus for this experience.”
Misty Pet therapy pooch
Misty is back, along with owner Spike to give our residents some much needed furry company. She has been so missed by residents and staff alike. See you next week Misty
Home Church service resumes
Our residents really enjoy their weekly church services, although staff at Bloomfield made sure life carried on as well as it could recently with zoom services, staff standing in and taking the service. Nothing beats seeing Rev Martin Slocombe in the home and doing what he does best.
Sunday Soccer, Cider & Snacks
Lazy Sunday afternoon, whilst the roast is cooking we sat around the TV watched one of the best games ever. Washed down with a little tipple of beer or cider and shared out the snacks. We made sure there was still room for our delicious lunch though.
