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.

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

Natalie Robinson

Activities co-ordinator, Wellbeing Champion

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

Macmillan Coffee Morning

Iris Court held our Macmillan coffee morning helping to raise awareness and support for those living with cancer. Macmillan cancer support is a charity close to our heart with now over three million people living with cancer in the UK, Macmillan's support is vital to those who have been diagnosed, throughout treatment and beyond. Our residents at Iris Court had helped support by baking some delicious goodies for the morning, It was lovely to see everyone who came in to support and joined us for the morning. 

Hosting events for friends and family members to join us at Iris Court an essential part of our activities program and we are always looking for new ideas to bring the wider community into our home.

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Knit & Natter Club

Iris Court know that being able to continue lifelong hobbies or interests is a key part of our resident's identities, and we make every effort to encourage and support each resident to be able to do so. We have been discussing with our lovely residents to find out what they would like to see included in our weekly activity planner, one of our ladies suggested the knitting club which is an activity she enjoyed at home before life at Iris Court and being able to share many hints and tips with the other ladies.It was a lovely way to spend an afternoon getting creative and sharing stories with each other!. 

Septembers Employee of the Month Winner!

Csaba our Maintenance Manager at Iris Court has been announced as Septembers employee of the month for Iris Court.

A huge congratulations to Csaba for this award with some amazing comments for Csaba's win with an extremely valued member of staff, with leading by example and lending his hand to our whole home approach and supporting his colleagues, whilst going over and above with his own duties for Iris Court. 

 

At Iris Court it is great to be able to see the hard working staff being recognised for there continued support and the difference there presence makes to a day. 

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Flower Arranging

We had a lovely afternoon at Iris Court holding an afternoon of flower arranging. As many of our residents are keen gardeners or florists spending the afternoon with friends whilst making some beautiful displays for home certainly brightened up a rainy day!

At Iris Court we support and encourage our residents to continue doing the things they love whilst also developing new friendships and learning new skills.

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Tina's Clothing Pop Up Shop

We had a lovely visit from Tina's Clothing Pop Up Shop visit Iris Court today for the first time, with another visit booked for December. It was lovely to be able to see the residents have some fun, and treat themselves to some new items of clothing getting ready for the change in season. 

With a grey day , it was the perfect timing to indulge in some retail therapy. 

At Iris Court supporting residents to being able to do some shopping, enjoy outings or trips out are all part of our weekly activity schedule.

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Baking Club

We had a wonderful afternoon at Iris Court with our Baking Club, whilst we made these delicious cupcakes to share with residents and staff here, we reminisced about our memories of baking as children, and when our families was young , along with what are favourite recipes or sweet treats are. At Iris Court we are lucky enough to have to have our own kitchen for any cooking activities with team here at Iris Court, allowing our residents to maintain there independence and enjoy baking as you would at home. 

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.