Activities at The Cedars 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.
Angela Cawsey
My name is Angela Cawsey and I am 60 years young. I have lived locally to Cedars since 2011, firstly in Downton and more recently in Alderbury. In the past I have worked with mature people in their homes, and adults with learning difficulties in a number of settings. During lockdown I ran daily zoom sessions for wellbeing, including bingo and quizzes.
I enjoy spending time with people and helping them smile, whether on a one-to-one basis or in groups. When my children were young I volunteered as a helper at Boys Brigade and St John’s Ambulance which was very rewarding.
Other jobs I have enjoyed include, selling computers, an IT and Management Trainer, HR and Business Manager and my personal favourite, being Grandma to 8 grandchildren. I love music, craft, the outdoors and animals.
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 The Cedars Care Home
Community Partners and Friends
The week after Christmas can cause disruption and of course postal strike added to our troubles. However here at Cedars we are so grateful for the support of our local community.
A big thank you to Landford Stores and Post Office and Wellow Nisa for helping us out.
Friday Funday
Residents and Staff so look forward to our regular Friday afternoon visit from Whiteparish All Saints CE Primary School.
Generally we break out the biscuits and board games and fun is had no matter how young or old you are.
Father Christmas visit on Christmas Morning
Staff and residents thoroughly enjoyed a visit from Santa on Christmas morning, Memory Lane especially loved the visit. Everyone had an individually picked present wrapped in a gold box “with love from your Cedars family”. Olwen, a resident said: “Oh Father Christmas thank you so much for coming to see me.”
Home Educated Children create Christmas Cheer with Biodanza Instructor
Cedars Care home invited home educated children from our community to come and share some fun. This week, Malcolm our Biodanza instructor, led us in music, movement and a quiz. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. The children have already asked to come back again.
Invaded by Squirrels
Thank you so much to Wellow Squirrels who came to visit yesterday. They sang carols, made Christmas paper chains and entered our Christmas colouring competition. Our residents absolutely loved the visit.
Celebrating our fabulous Refurb!
Cedars Care Home in Landford welcomed the Major and local VIPs to a fabulous event celebrating the refurbishment of the home. Cedars has a brand-new look and feel following significant investment from owners, Barchester Healthcare. The Old Manor House of the home has been transformed with a smart new makeover. What’s more, the home’s residential care facilities have been completely refurbished with new flooring, furniture and décor. The interiors are warm and homely, with a touch of luxury and a choice of comfortable seating. Twenty-one bedrooms have also been fully refurbished, including new en-suite bathrooms.
The refurbishment provides an impressive new environment for residents and visitors to enjoy, and Cedars also makes a wonderful place for staff to work.
To celebrate, the home is throwing open its doors on 16th November from 1:00 p.m. and inviting friends, family and the local community to come and see the new-look home.
