Activities at Hunters 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.
Ben Sandall
Hello I am Ben and I am the Activities Coordinator at Hunters. I started working at Hunters as part of the hospitality team, but when a vacancy came up on the activities team I jumped at the opportunity. I have seen how important a varied activities programme is and the team ensure we offer something for everyone including regular past times.
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 Hunters Care Home
Happy St Patrick's Day
Hunter's celebrated St Patrick's Day in style enjoying the Cheltenham Festival. Pom Poms were at the ready to cheer on the winning horses and there were prizes at stake, with a sweep stake for residents and staff. Decorations were made by residents who then sat down with some Guinness and Wine, along with St Patrick's Day themed cup cakes. It has been a really fun day for all.
Spring is in the Air
As the Spring bulbs are blooming residents took the opportunity to plant some summer bulbs in our gardens. We have planted some Freesias and Gladioli and look forward to these coming up over the next few months. We also took the opportunity to walk around the grounds in the sun and all said how lovely it was to feel the warmth and look forward to spending lots more time outside.
Hunters Welcome New Couple
Hunters are able to offer residents a range of rooms including suites for couples. Diana and Peter are the latest couple to become residents with us and they are really enjoying all the home has to offer, today actively participating in the Mindsong singing group. It is lovely to see them looking so relaxed and happy in their new home.
Duke of Edinburgh Volunteers keep Residents Connected
A group of residents are regularly speaking on Skype to two students from our local community who are taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award which is run for those aged 14-24.
The students are sharing what they have been learning to achieve their award, including how to use a compass and navigate with a map. They have said they have developed team building skills and made great friends. The residents very much enjoy listening to the stories and the Residents talk about their careers and hobbies.
Spring Flower Arrangements
Residents gathered in the Lounge to create Spring time flower arrangements. They picked some beautiful Daffodils from our Garden which added a vibrant yellow to our table settings in the dining room. Staff and Residents have commented how the flowers have really brightened up the dining room and their day.
Residents enjoy Songs of Praise Service
Hunters have been very fortunate to have church services continue via Zoom. This afternoon the Reverend Jennifer Mackenzie lead us in a Songs of Praise Service.
The Service reflected on the coming days of Spring and the Parable of “The Lost Son”. Residents enjoyed singing the well known hymns including “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” and “Thine Be The Glory”.
We would like to thank Reverend Mackenzie for enabling our residents to attend a service during this lockdown.
