Activities at Harper Fields Care Home
There is always something to do here at Harper Fields and always someone to assist the residents in any activity they wish to take part in. We have entertainers come into the home to sing and play instruments on a weekly basis, as well as visits from PAT dogs, hairdressers, massage therapists and nail technicians to pamper those who live here. Residents' spiritual needs are taken into account at Harper Fields; we have regular services from the Catholic and Methodist church, in addition to the Church of England, and for our non-religious residents, we have a weekly calming and peaceful ‘mindfulness and meditation group,’ which is very popular, especially for those living with dementia. Residents often like to attend cinema evenings to watch their favourite films on the big screen (complete with sweets and popcorn), or develop new skills at our computer classes, where they can learn how to Skype their families in other countries. Our activities are tailored to suit the individual interests and capabilities of residents and our specialised equipment enables those we support to enjoy everything we have to offer.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Harper Fields Care Home
Delicious Doughnuts Game!
There were many giggles as we had to try & beat our opponents on the ‘Dunkin do-nut’ game. We then played legless’ the spider ring game. The spider sat on our heads & we had to toss coloured rings on to the legs, the one with the most won the prize.
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Gym Members Raise Funds In Honour of One of Our Residents
A fabulous group of ladies from ‘Curves ladies gym put on their trainers & gym kits to do the ‘Memory walk’ for Alzheimer's Society. 4 of them walked for our lovely resident ‘Meg’. They said having Meg’s photo on the back of their tee-shirts was like having Meg with them, cheering them on.
Harvest Festival was a Team Effort
The team really pulled together to create a fabulous harvest display. From pumpkins, chutneys, vodka, Sri Lankan & Indian delicacies, fruit & veg & apple pies, mostly home grown or home-made by team members.
Divisional Award Winner For Charity!
Jeanne raised over £400 for the Barchester Charity Foundation by cycling over 213 miles on her pedalo to match the Tour De Barchester cyclists. Jeanne was the Divisional Winner at the annual awards, well done Jeanne!
Wonderful Visit to Astley Book Farm
Astley Book Farm is such a lovely quirky place, you could lose yourself for hours there. Our residents gave such lovely feedback after their visit about the experience, books & delicious cakes!
Cute Puppy 'Maeve' Wins Our Hearts
Senior carer, Kerenza Hammond, treated us all to hugs from her new adorable Dachshund puppy ‘Maeve’. Most of us managed to have a little cuddle, she is so cute and gentle.
