Activities at Juniper House 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.
Hayley Brice
Hi, I’m Hayley I joined Juniper House In 2023. I have around six years’ experience in health and social care, starting as a healthcare assistant and then as I increasingly noticed how important residents well-being is in their daily life, onto an activities co-ordinator. I have grown passionate about improving their quality of life on a daily basis and being a companion and smiling face for our residents. I love to encourage residents to continue with things which they have always done throughout their life such as gardening or arts and crafts and also trying new things like learning a new dance technique! I am passionate about ensuring residents keep in contact with the community, so we regularly board the mini bus and I drive them to somewhere which they will love.
My favourite activities are in the summer where I plan many events to take place outside in the sunshine. Any excuse to be outside, whether it’s out in our greenhouse or having a drink in the garden with live music. I think this is such a happy time for residents and their families.
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 Juniper House Care Home
Afternoon Tea at Winchester House
The residents were invited by the year 8 school leavers for afternoon tea prepared by themselves. Everyone had a lovely time chatting about the residents' memories of school and the children’s aspirations in life.
The Juniper Carnival
This year it rained slightly, but didn’t dampen our spirits. The theme for the carnival was film, so we all dressed up, including the residents, as the pink ladies from Grease.
Brackley Beavers
Monday night the local Brackley Beavers came in and held their meetings at Juniper. We had a creative session with Emma from Creative Mojo, where we painted butterflies to make our own tree of celebration in the garden.
Alpaca Adventures
It was a lovely sunny morning when the alpacas came to visit us, and residents, staff, family and friendly glady spent time making a fuss of them in our gardens.
Ladies Day at Ascot
We had an afternoon tea & cakes on the Ladies Day at Ascot with a sweepstake for the residents in the main race of the day.
Friday Fun
What a lovely way to spend a Friday morning – a slice of Bakewell Tart and a cup of coffee!
