Activities at Glebefields 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.
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.
Ashitha Dinesh
Hi, I'm Ashitha, and I'm proud to be part of the team at Glebefields Care Home as an Activities Assistant. I joined the Glebefields family in 2023, having earned my master’s degree in electrical engineering from Coventry University. Despite my engineering background, I bring a fresh perspective to enriching the lives of our residents. I enjoy creating an environment where they can have fun, connect with others, and stay mind active. Together with my co-workers, I'm dedicated to making every moment special for our residents, bringing happiness and meaning to their lives. It's an honour to be part of such a compassionate and dedicated team at Glebefields Care Home.
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 Glebefields Care Home
Summer Fête Preparations
Our residents have been busy getting the banners and raffle tickets ready for our annual Summer Fete on Saturday 29th July. We're all getting very excited and praying for good weather!
Although a little rain won’t dampen our spirits, we’re up for a fabulous party, we look forward to seeing you there for a fun filled day of games and live entertainment.
Employee of the Month - June 2023
Glebefields care home residents and colleagues wish to congratulate Maintenance Manager; Ricki Whitton on receiving Employee of the Month. Ricki has been nominated by his colleagues, and the residents of Glebefields for being always being kind and working hard every day to ensure our home remains safe for all our residents and staff. General Manager; Nisha said, "Ricki has the health & safety needs of the Glebefields family at his heart, whatever is required he makes it happen. He’s even created several beautiful planters from recycled items to brighten our grounds. We hope he enjoys spending his gift voucher and thank him for his continued hard work and dedication.”
Day Trip to Yarnton Garden Centre
A happy band of residents have been out exploring the local area again, this time they visited Yarnton Home & Garden. Tom, Sheila, Cynthia, Edith and Ivy has a super time, with its wonderful collection of indoor and outdoor plants, sensational food hall and café with a delicious menu full of seasonal delights.
We were all spoilt for choice at lunch and as we wondered through the centre our residents picked lots of plants for the Glebefields gardener; George to consider planting.
Our Gorgeous Grandmas
On the 23rd July we celebrated ‘National Gorgeous Grandma Day’ and the beautiful grandmothers, nannies and grannies within our home got an extra special treat.
The Glebefields grandmas have style and panache, they may knit and natter but you’d giggle at the subjects our ladies cover, they enjoy champagne and chocolates not just a cuppa!
Today, they received hair and hand pampers, and individual sweet treats before joining together for a slice of fresh cream cake and tipple of their choice before afternoon tea.
Happy Gorgeous Grandma Day ladies, we think you're simply the best!
Congratulation Benazir our new Acting Deputy Manager
Please join us in congratulating Benazir Shakkir to the role of Acting Deputy Manager at Glebefields Care Home.
Benazir is well known and loved by all within the home as being working at Glebefields for 3yrs. Considering the career progression as she steps into the Deputy and Clinical lead role from a senior RGN, we couldn't resist in throwing her a party!
She's such a beautiful, kind, compassionate and supportive manager, a valuable asset to the Barchester family and home team. We wish her all the best on her promotion.
Getting to Know Birds of Prey
Following a morning arts & crafts sessions with Kay where our residents enjoyed a fact finding quiz on all things associated to our feathered friends before colouring their own birds of prey for display.
We were joined in the afternoon by 'The Birdman' with his collection of rescue birds of Prey, each with its own personality and names to suit such as; Rocky, Norman, Doris the Barn and Eagle owls, Hawks and Falcons.
Each majestic bird has been specially trained to provide a unique therapeutic and sensory interactive experience. Our residents listened intensely to the Birdman's stories surrounding each bird’s life in the trust, and in the wild.
We learnt about their habitats, eating preferences and the care the trust provides. We were all enthralled by the Birdman's knowledge and being able to get up close and personal to these amazing birds of prey.
It was truly a magical afternoon, we can't recommend this experience enough. We're all as wise as the owls now!
Upcoming events
Open Day
Whether you're considering options for yourself or a loved one, this informal open day is the perfect opportunity to experience the warmth and care that defines our community.
National Cream Tea Day
Come along with family and friends to celebrate a great British tradition with us.What comes first the Jam or the Cream?!Give us a call to book your place.
