Activities at Kenwyn 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.
Jools Wyngaard
South African born Jools joined the team here at Kenwyn in March 2023 as Activities Coordinator after she decided to try life in the UK with her partner.
Jools' background is in Fundraising and Digital Marketing however after witnessing her Grandmother live with Dementia has since always wanted to work more closely with the aged and vulnerable and enrich the lives of residents.
In her spare time Jools loves her animals and misses her cats who are with her family in South Africa.
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 Kenwyn Care Home
Kenwyn's wonderful gardens tendered to by Martin
We are really proud of our grounds here at Kenwyn. There aren’t many gardens like ours in Cornwall.
We make the most of them all year round but when the sun is shining like it is right now, we couldn’t wish for more.
Martin, Kenwyn’s gardener is out in all weathers and adores his work. He does an excellent job, we are sure you’ll agree.
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
Or click this link to enjoy a virtual tour or to book an appointment.
We visit Falmouth Court with Word Searches
This week we all jumped into Kenwyn’s minibus and headed down to our sister home Falmouth Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare for a special reason.
One of Kenwyn’s residents, Jane has been very busy with the support of Kenwyn’s Activity team creating lots of Word Searches.
We arranged with Falmouth Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare Home Services Advisor, Hugh to head down on a beautiful summers day so that Jane could present and share her creations with the residents of Falmouth Court.
We spent a wonderful afternoon with all our residents enjoying the word searches.
Falmouth Court were wonderful, welcoming hosts, providing us all with refreshments and tasty treats. If you look at the photos, you may spot Ivan, Kenwyn’s maintenance man making the most of the wonderful hospitality.
We have already invited residents of Falmouth Court to come to Kenwyn and we look forward to sharing another lovely afternoon.
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
Or click this link to enjoy a virtual tour or to book an appointment.
Wonderful Coronation Celebrations at Kenwyn
Love, laughter and unity were just some of the feelings in abundance today at Kenwyn, as our residents, relatives, friends and staff came together to observe King Charles Coronation.
What at day to remember! A day that will go down in history - a day when our King was crowned.
We celebrated with a bottomless supply of Bucks Fizz, Strawberries and Cream, Scones with jam and cream, Cake and a beautiful Coronation menu.
We will let our photos speak for themselves….
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
Or click this link to enjoy a virtual tour or to book an appointment.
Kenwyn's Musical workshop wins the day!
This week Claire Hamlen visited here at Kenwyn.
Claire specialises in person-centred music experiences, which can be in the form of an interactive group workshop, interactive group performance or individual performances in bedrooms. We chose a music performance this occasion.
Doreen one of our residents told us that Claire is her absolute favourite, so we have of course booked some more dates for her to visit and we can’t wait for the next experience.
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
Or click this link to enjoy a virtual tour or to book an appointment.
https://www.barchester.com/home/kenwyn-care-home
Sounds are Us visit Kenwyn again
Musical Cornish Duo ‘Sounds are us’ once again joined us at Kenwyn this week.
It’s fair to say that our residents adore this pair who definitely fly the Kernow flag.
Not only does everyone sing and dance along, we are all in hysterics with the Cornish themed humour that the pair share between songs.
Staying much longer than anticipated, we are sure that they love Kenwyn as much as we all do.
We can’t wait until next time!
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
Or click this link to enjoy a virtual tour or to book an appointment.
Who doesn't love the Sax?!
🎵🎼🎶 Is there anybody who doesn’t love the sound of the Sax? Derek Valenti joined us again this week and one thing we know for certain is that our residents love it! The melody 🎵 seems to fill every corner of Kenwyn. Derek is a regular visitor to Kenwyn. You are all welcome to come along next time and share in the fun.
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com Or click this link to enjoy a virtual tour or to book an appointment. https://www.barchester.com/home/kenwyn-care-home
Upcoming events
Sensory Sessions
Join us for sensory experiences that will calm the mind and relax the body. From sensory lights, to calming smells and gentle massage, there's something for everyone.
Drums4Fun Dementia Café
Get ready to make some noise at our next Dementia Cafe where we'll be having an interactive drumming and music session by Drums4Fun!
Don't Dine Alone
We're inviting local older people to take advantage of our great hospitality and join us for a nutritious lunch at our Home every Friday from 10th - 30th May 2024.
Blue Light Breakfast
We celebrate our Emergency and Medical Services and want to thank you by offering a free breakfast every Friday morning until the end of May.
