Activities at Glebefields 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.
Kay Boland
Hi, my name is Kay and I’m the Activities Lead for all things ‘Life Enrichment’ at Glebefields care home in Drayton, Banbury.
Throughout my career within the care industry, I have thrived o the many challenges presented and developed immense satisfaction through enabling others. As an activities coordinator, I act with integrity and always ensure that I place residents at the heart of what I do. I work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to help create and maintain a robust service. I am committed to my personal and professional development which aligns Health and Social Care core values, providing diversity, empowerment, equality and independence for all residents.
Making links with local groups and organisations to ensure our residents remain part of the local community is a key part of my role, if you would like to make contact with me and our residents, please feel free to call me on 01733 246840 or drop me an email Glebefields.activities@barchester.com
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 Glebefields Care Home
Happy New Year - Cheer's to 2024
Residents and staff join together in wishing you all a joyful and prosperous New Year! May the year ahead be filled with happiness, good health, and exciting adventures. Here's to a year of new beginnings, lovely memories, and continued growth. Let's make 2024 a year to remember!
And, of course, we had a very special New Year lunch, enjoyed with all the lovely residents. Here's to a year filled with warmth, laughter, and delicious moments. Cheers to 2024!
Little Trip to Cotefield Nurseries
Our lovely residents Pauline, Marlene, Ivy, Pam and Cynthia enjoyed a festive trip to Cotefield Nurseries in Bodicote. Residents treated themselves to well-deserved hot chocolate and cake, soaking in the holiday spirit. Our resident had a fantastic time on our little trip, spreading joy and celebrating the festive seasons.
A Merry Christmas Gathering
On the 25th day our home was filled with Christmas magic as residents and their families gathered for a delightful Christmas lunch! With The Christmas lunch and desserts were amazing and everyone had fun with crackers adding an extra bit of excitement and laughter.
Our lovely residents thanked Head Chef; Bose for the tasty food and shared happy memories of Christmases gone by. Marlene our beloved resident, was all smiles, saying she was really happy to have lunch with her daughter on this Christmas day.
Even the staff joined in for a delicious lunch, making the whole Christmas vibe at Glebefields truly amazing. Everyone came together to enjoy the festive season. Marjorie said, "It's nice to see everyone on Christmas day, enjoying tasty food with our friends and family. Very lovely indeed."
Sparkie Duo Santa Special
The entertainment from Sparkie and Sprite Duo made our Christmas Eve at Glebefields extra special with their amazing performance of festive songs! Their music and dance, from classic tunes to rocking beats, put everyone in a cheerful mood. The happiness they brought made our home feel even more festive!
Christmas Party Time
Our Christmas party at Glebefields was amazing! Santa and Mrs. Claus made us all laugh and shared gifts. The buffet had delicious dishes, and our Head Chef Bose made awesome special desserts for the party. Everyone enjoyed the treats and had a great time at the Christmas party, creating special memories. Wishing everyone a joyful season full of love and happiness! Let's enjoy these moments together.
Spreading Community Good Cheer
Giving thanks and spreading some festive cheer within the community means so much to the staff and residents of Glebefields care home. Our hospitality team have been busy little elves packing boxes of yummy mince pies for ‘The Lunch Box Project Banbury’ in support of the community initiative to provide 500 Christmas food parcels to help struggling families across the region. General Manager, Nisha said “We hope our small donation helps to raise a smile in these testing times.”
Nisha and the Glebefields family continued to spread joy from the home by way of festive hampers full of goodies to their support colleagues at Windrush Surgery, Boots Pharmacy, Cherwell Hospital, The New Foscote Hospital, The Horton Hospital; Discharge Team and our neighbouring care provider Park Gardens.
We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Upcoming events
Community Games Afternoon
We're welcoming our local community, families and friends for a lovely weekly get-together. Please join us every Thursday from 14:00-15:30 for fun and games.
Community Knit & Natter
Please join us on the second Tuesday of every month 2pm - 4pm. Enjoy friendly company as you knit and natter over tea, coffee and cake!
Don't Dine Alone
We know meal times can be a lonely time for some people, that's why we're inviting local older people to join us for lunch every Wednesday 12.30-14.30pm, call now to book.
Community Scrabble Club
Join us every Thursday 11:00am - 12:30pm for a friendly game of Scrabble in a relaxed setting, come and test your word skills and make new friends.
