Activities at Hickathrift House Care Home

We have two Activities Coordinators here at Hickathrift House. We have a wide range of activities within the home, including musical entertainment, arts & crafts, clubs for like-minded people, such as flower arranging and gardening, board games, baking (where the best bit is the eating afterwards!), and we celebrate special events throughout the year. We also have trips out on a regular basis using our own minibus, where we find out places of interest each person would like to visit.

It is important to us that each individual who we support can get as much from these activities as possible, so we try our best to arrange activities that reflect their interests and capabilities, and encourage them to participate in any way they can. We also encourage relatives to join in with activities and events as often as they can.

For the less mobile residents, we unique one-to-one session, such as simple chats over a cup of tea, reading or listening to music. Activities are some of the most important aspects of a care home, so it is essential that our team are dedicated to ensuring that residents are entertained, and that life at Hickathrift House is fun and active.

Enriching life
Watch our video on life enrichment in our homes.

Kat Colangelo

Activities Lead

Hello, my name is Kat and I am the Activities Lead here at Hickathrift House.

Since 2017 I have been working in the field of well-being and I am passionate and enthusiastic about enriching all our of residents' quality of life. 

As the Activities Lead at Hickathrift House, my focus is learning about each of our resident's likes and dislikes and supporting them to remain receptive and active in addition to supporting them to engage with our local community friends.

I organise activities to stimulate the mind, body and soul in an enjoyable, comfortable way. My aim is to diversify and increase activities ensuring that there is something for everyone - from Wine and Cheese events, excursions on our home Mini Bus as well as individual bespoke person-centered activities.

 

Life-encriching activities booklet

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 Hickathrift House Care Home

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Board Games Afternoon

Dominoes is always a favourite but Ludo was our star game most recently!

Picasso Discussion & Colouring

On Monday the 25th October, residents enjoyed an afternoon discussion about Picasso’s life and artwork. 

Knit & Natter

Our fabulous knit and natter group has been making pumpkins for our display. The lovely bright colours are getting everyone in the Halloween spirit.

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Leaf Sun Catchers

On our leaf spotter walk, we collected dozens of autumn leaves and hawthorn for our arts & craft activities. The leaves will start to turn and create beautiful autumn colours in the room when the sun shines through.

Afternoon Tea

Our new activities team’s first event was a roaring, yummy success. While the warm sun streamed in, the dining room filled with soft music and conversations. 

This classic British culinary activity had a beautiful spread of scones and cakes served on mixed-matched china sets. The residents were sharing stories and memories. 

As things were winding down, several residents began to sway and dance to the music! A fantastic end to a lovely experience. 

Leaf Rubbing & Sun Catchers

On our Leaf Spotter Walk earlier in the week we collected dozens of autumn leaves and hawthorn for our arts and craft activities. The residents love getting creative and trying new crafts.

Upcoming events

Spring Fair

Come and join us at our annual Spring Fair - there is lots for everyone!

Newsletter - March

We are delighted to share our newsletter - March / Easter edition.

Bingo fundraiser

Eyes down for our bingo fundraiser! come and join us....

May

May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of fun filled activities planned - all welcome.

Newsletter - April

Enjoy reading our April edition of our newsletter.

Dementia Cafe - 3rd Friday of the month

We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly dementia cafe.

Knit and Natter - Bi-monthly

Do you enjoy knitting? Come along and make new friends at our bi monthly Knit and Natter group - all welcome.

Gentleman's Club - Last Sunday of the month

Come along and enjoy a variety of activities over a beverage or two!  Make new friends - all welcome.

Emergency Services - Take a break on us!

Calling all emergency personnel!  Come and take a break on us - there may be a cake or two available!

Coffee Morning

We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly Coffee Morning - make new friends and enjoy a slice of homemade cake.

Volunteer Coffee Morning - every Tuesday

We recognise the special impact volunteers can have on the lives of our residents and we hope you can join us.