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.
Kat Colangelo
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.
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
The King's Birthday
Staff and residents had a great day celebrating Elvis’ birthday on 8th January. Everyone dressed up in their best rock 'n' roll outfits.
Christmas at Hickathrift
We have had the best Christmas at Hickathrift House. Residents enjoyed a slap up meal prepared by our fabulous chef, Claire, and we also enjoyed lots of Christmas treats throughout the day.
Staff wore a selection of fancy dress outfits, with everyone favourite being Lisa Tibbs, Carer, dressed as a Christmas Turkey.
What a Cracker!
Residents and their loved ones had a brilliant time at the Annual Hickathrift House Christmas Party on Tuesday 11th December. They enjoyed a festive buffet and drinks, a raffle with amazing prizes and were entertained by resident favourite, Trudie Mason. Everyone was on their feet singing and dancing. We were even lucky enough to have the Mayor of Wisbech attend.
Elf Day
Staff at Hickathrift celebrated Elf Day on Friday 7th December to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. There was also an ‘Elfy’ afternoon tea party with singing, dancing and lots of treats to enjoy.
Christmas Market Success
Residents, families and visitors had a brilliant time at the annual Christmas Market on Tuesday 20th November. It was filled with Christmas music, mince pies and various stalls for people to shop from. There were lots of Christmas goodies and we all went home with empty purses. We raised £175.62, which will go onto our residents' fund. Thank you to everyone who attended.
The Remembrance Tree Returns
We have a remembrance tree in our reception for people to add hearts to and written messages to their loved ones who are no longer with us. If you would like to add a message to the tree, please pop into reception. If you have any questions or queries, please contact us on 01945 430636.
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.
May
May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of fun filled activities planned - all welcome.
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.
