Activities at Cookridge Court Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Laura Marshall
My name is Laura and I am the Head Activities Coordinator here at Cookridge Court. I have worked in care since 2014 and get so much satisfaction out of knowing I have made a difference to people’s days and have filled the home with a sense of community and happiness. We have created a wonderful culture within our home and we work together to give residents the best possible experience.
We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active and ensure we all know each residents' preferences so that we can deliver a person-centered program of events and activities. The strong relationships we build with our residents, their families and friends is essential to our homely feel.
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 Cookridge Court Care Home
Home say thank you to emergency services
Staff at Cookridge Court Care Home in Leeds have opened up their doors to welcome the emergency services personnel in their local area. As a way of saying thank you to the Fire brigade, paramedics, nurses, police officers and other emergency services workers who don’t always have time to go home or back to their workplace on their break, the team and the residents at Cookridge Court Care Home provided a free breakfast and hot drink to all emergency service staff who attended.
A dogs life
Across of homes residents had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Jennifer and Emily from Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity. Jennifer and Emily took us on a journey to discover the rich history of Dogs Trust and their facilities.
Using captivating video and photo footage, our residents were able to explore rehoming centres and learn more about the highest level of welfare offered there. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our dog lovers.
Resident receives Fellowship
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Cookridge Court Care Home in Leeds are over the moon because one of their much-loved residents, Dr Martin Berger, has been awarded a Fellowship by Headingly Rotary Club for his services to the club.
Originally from London’s East End, Martin moved to Chapel Town in Leeds as a child during WW2 to escape the bombings. He studied medicine at the University of Leeds and qualified as a GP, before doing his National Service in the Royal Navy.
Richard and Honey Return
Richard & Honey return back at Cookridge Court for another spectacular performance for everyone to enjoy this week!
There was plenty of reminiscing going on, as the room was filled with beautiful voices, singing along to some very well know 50’s, 60’s & 70’s famous songs, creating so much happiness throughout the home.
Silent Disco
What a fabulous silent disco we have had this week, with the amazing Pete Goldup - The Silent Disco DJ. We always like to get our day started off right so what a better way than a good old boogie.
Staff and residents gathered for a morning of dancing, laughter and some new props to add to the fun, bringing smiles and a whole lot of fun for everyone to enjoy.
The session was priceless seeing the beautiful smiles on our residents faces, having so much fun.
Happy Birthday Joan
Yesterday, Cookridge Court celebrated one of our beautiful resident, Joan’s birthday!!
Joan had a brilliant day spending time with her family & friends, followed by, been serenade by team members, who chorused Happy Birthday and presented Joan with a wonderful birthday cake, baked freshly by our chef Lindsay.
Everyone at Cookridge Court wished Joan many happy returns and hope she enjoyed her special day.
Upcoming events
Musical Dementia Cafe
Come along and join in the next fun Dementia Cafe with live music to bop too. Everyone welcome.
Veterans Cafe
Join us for our Veterans Cafe on the last Wednesday of the month. Have a chat with other like minded folk, its a great opportunity to make friends and share memories.
Care Fees Planning Drop in
We are delighted to welcome James from Quilter Cheviot Financial Advice to our home to offer Free advice. Everyone welcome.
Dementia Cafe
Come and join us on the first Wednesday of each month. Everyone welcome.
Coffee Morning - Last Thursday of the month
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly coffee morning, come along and make new friends - all welcome from 10.00 am.
Knit and Natter Group
Do you enjoy knitting? Come along to our weekly knitting group, make new friends. Weekly each Friday from 10.30 am.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
Calling all Emergency Services
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Cookridge Court can offer you.
Dementia Cafe - First Wednesday of the month
Come along and make new friends over a refreshing drink and slice of home made cake from 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm.
Respite - Are you looking for a little care break?
Whether you are considering a short term break or a longer stay, Cookridge Court has just want you need.
