Activities at Derham House Care Home
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.
Kay Thompson
I have worked in the care sector for many years. I am fully trained in dementia awareness, and I have also trained as a dignity champion. I have been working here at Derham House since March 2019, and I am really enjoying my role here.
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 Derham House Care Home
Play Your Cards Right
Residents on both the Bridge and Foxhall units came together to join in with games and enjoyed a glass of wine or two and some cake. There were two winners at the end who shared a prize.
Morning Mass
A couple of residents went to the local catholic church in Upminster for morning mass. They took part in receiving holy communion and also lit some candles for loved ones.
Wine & Scrabble Afternoon
We enjoyed a good game of Scrabble with a few glasses of wine whilst listening to some tracks on YouTube. Residents who didn't wish to play got to enjoy some delightful manicures.
Barchy's Raffle
We have had a raffle going since Christmas here at Derham House and our very own Barchy Bear recently picked the winners.
First prize was a beautiful hamper; second and third prizes were some perfume/bath sets.
Thank you to everyone who bought tickets; this has helped us raise some money for the residents' fund.
Coffee Shop Visit
Residents enjoyed a trip out to the local coffee shops to ndulge in lattes and cappuccinos.
There’s nothing like the fresh smell of coffee to brighten your day. Going forward, we will be making regular trips out in the new year to local coffee shops.
Employee of the Month - November
Congratulations to our November Employee of the Month, Emily Hamilton, who is an amazing Healthcare Assistant at Derham house, who always goes above and beyond.
Emily is a true angel and is loved by everyone, from residents to their relatives to her fellow staff memberss.
