Activities at Iris Court Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life. Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators will bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Natalie Robinson
Hello, I'm Natalie, and for nearly five enriching years, I've dedicated myself to the role of an activity coordinator. My passion lies in understanding the unique interests of each individual under our care. At Iris Court, I strive to craft activities tailored to the preferences of our residents, ensuring no one ever feels socially isolated. Whether someone wants to participate minimally or fully immerse themselves, my goal remains constant: fostering a sense of community and joy in every moment.
Join me as we embark on this journey of connection, laughter, and shared experiences. Together, let's create cherished memories that will illuminate the path ahead. Welcome to Iris Court, where every day holds the promise of something special.
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 Iris Court Care Home
Iris Courts One Year Anniversary Celebrations
Iris Court residents, families and staff celebrated their one year anniversary together.
With celebrations being started by Cllr Daniel Allen back in attendance from our first opening, commenting on how proud he is of Iris Court in its first year, and becoming heart of the Gosmore community, to the general manager Babu thanking his team for this first year and a heart warming gesture of presenting our first resident Mary with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Mary had many kind wonderful words to say about the team and other residents sharing this journey. Celebrations were in full swing with the attendees dancing and singing along to Ellie-Rose who is a local performer getting us in high spirits, followed by a delicious selection of freshly made tapas dishes by our superb kitchen team for everyone to enjoy in the gardens of Iris Court. with Residents having a wonderful afternoon and staff being together for the special occasion Iris Court are most definitely looking forward to the next years to come and more wonderful memories to be celebrated.
Perfect Aquatics Mini Bus Trip
Residents and Staff at Iris Court, took a delightful morning trip to visit Perfect Aquatics in Henlow today.
During the visit residents enjoyed walking around all the different animals and attractions to be seen, whether it be fishes, tortoises , birds and reptiles we see there was much to be learnt all about these fascinating animals!.
We finished our morning trip by stopping at the Koi Café to enjoy a delicious coffee, and tempting slice of cake before heading back home.
Regular trips to local attractions, areas of natural beauty and other excursions are important parts of our life enrichment program and feature often on our resident-led activity planners.
Egg-stra Special Shopping Trip!
Residents and Staff Took the Iris Court Mini Bus down to visit Asda in Hitchin to grab some essentials for this easter weekend!.
With many residents discussing their favourite sweet treat over easter, and what there easter traditions previously were with their families
Residents loved being able to go out and do some shopping as they would before life at Iris Court, being able to browse the different items and return with some of their favourite items and treats for their families visiting this weekend.
Supporting residents to be able to enjoy shopping, meals out and exploring new communities is a key aspect of the weekly activities calendar and our wider life enrichment program here at Iris Court
Iris Courts Carers Cafe
Iris Court had a fantastic time this morning holding our monthly Carers Café. With the carers café being open for all community, residents and family it has quickly become one of our favourite ways to spend a Thursday morning.
This morning we welcome in Hertfordshire Independent Living Services, who kindly spoke to us and informed us of all services they offer in the community and how they can support our loved ones at home, whilst bringing in some delicious puddings to try along with a lovely coffee.
New friends of Iris Court Herts Help & Dementia UK also had been in attendance spending the morning talking to our residents and families building friendships and offering any support that may be required.
Our residents loved the morning, hearing from new people in the community and trailing new experiences.
At Iris Court we love hosting events that we can open up to our relatives, friends and the wider community. Life at Iris Court is about being part of the local community and enjoying life long hobbies whilst also exploring new experiences.
Mad Hatters Tea Party
Iris Court Invited the community to come together at Iris Court this weekend to join residents, families and staff to celebrate our Mad Hatters Tea Party.
Staff made everyone feel welcome and were delighted to see different generations having fun together. Visitors enjoyed plenty of refreshments, such as an afternoon tea, cupcakes, easter eggs alongside tea/ coffee or prosecco! prepared by the catering team, whilst the home hosted live entertainment along with an easter egg hunt for the children in attendance.
With all staff , families and residents having a fabulous afternoon with many residents saying "I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was surrounded by lots of great people, and the refreshments kept flowing. The weather held out until we finished. Staff did a great job, not just on the day, but organising the event and getting everyone together.”
Part of our life enrichment programme at Iris Court is being able to invite the local community and families into Iris Court to create to new memories whilst continuing to do the things we love.
Virtucate Virtual Reality Experience At Iris Court
Virtucate visited us at Iris Court this Afternoon for us to experience their immersive virtual Journey with this new technology.
The team at Virtucate took us through a journey all over the world, with scenes from the titanic, to the deep sea, views under the northern stars , to then a safari tour where you could see any animal you wished for up close.
VR experiences help boost mental health, boost wellbeing, a sense of adventure taking you to a whole new world and provide entertainment and stimulation.
Our residents at Iris Court couldn't believe how close it felt to be next to the animals, and reminisce during the tour of the world of some of their favourite holiday destinations!
Upcoming events
Carers Cafe
Come along or meet with friends over light refreshments, hear from guest speakers or join the mornings entertainment.
VE DAY 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
Dress for the occasion and come and join us in the Bistro & Gardens as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
Iris Courts Retired Nurses Club
Share stories and experiences with fellow retired nurses, we love to see uniforms or mementos whilst refreshments will be provided.
Ladies Who Latte
Come alone or join us with a friend to join us for a light lunch, build friendships and enjoy some time at Iris Court
Iris Court's Tot's Club
Join us for our monthly Baby and Toddler Group, meet Bluey and Friends whilst enjoying light refreshments and enjoy time with our residents during the morning.
