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 Pet Photo Competition Winner
We have a winner! Congratulations to Nelson for winning Kenwyn's 2024 Pet Photography Competition! Nelson's smile truly stole our hearts, and his impeccable sense of style has us all eagerly awaiting those summer vibes!
But let's not forget to give a round of applause to every furry friend who participated. Each entry brought smiles to our faces, and we absolutely adored seeing them all. Thank you to everyone who shared their adorable pets with us!
We've reached out to Nelson's mum to ensure he receives his well-deserved prize. Wishing you and your furry companions a beautiful day filled with love and happiness!
Stay tuned for more exciting events and contests coming your way.
Kenwyn thanks Royal Cornwall Hospital Treliske
Recently we asked Kenwyn’s Chefs to bake a huge amount of cupcakes. After packaging the freshly baked goods, we hot footed it once more up to Royal Cornwall Hospital Treliske.
We had the pleasure of presenting delighted staff at Cornwalls hospital with our delicious treats.
All staff in all departments at Treliske do such wonderful work, making such a difference, and it often isn’t as championed in our County as it could be. So this was a small thank you from all of us here at Kenwyn Care Home - Barchester Healthcare.
We dare say it won’t be long until we are back & we have a lovely partnership with Royal Cornwall Hospitals Charity.
February's Blue Light Breakfast
Once again, Kenwyn’s Blue Light Breakfast is running each Friday during February at Kenwyn Care Home.
What better way to show our appreciation to our Emergency Services than with pastries and hot drinks or a slice of our homemade delicious cake if preferred?
Here you can see two of our welcome visitors!
Kenwyn's Book Club
Following a recent appeal, we've been overwhelmed with book donations over the past few weeks, transforming our Trelissick Quiet Lounge into a wonderful library space. Our residents have thoroughly enjoyed spending time here reading, selecting books, and sharing discussions about their favourite novels and stories. A very heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for these generous donations. They have not only provided our residents with more to read, but have also fostered socialisation and interaction amongst each other - excitement is brewing as we prepare to launch our very own book club! Thank you again to everyone who contributed.
Pancake Day at Kenwyn!
Happy Pancake Day from Kenwyn!
Today, our residents enjoyed homemade delicious pancakes made by our chefs! Traditionally, Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is celebrated before the start of Lent, a time of fasting and reflection. So it's wonderful to be able to enjoy these sweet treats together!
Are you enjoying a sweet or savoury pancake today? What's your favourite topping?
February's Dementia Cafe
What a fantastic afternoon we had at our Dementia Café this month! Our residents had an absolute blast enjoying live music by Greg Woods, delicious snacks, and lots of treats. Families and friends joined in the fun, dancing alongside their loved ones, and everyone had a go at belting out some tunes karaoke-style! Our Dementia Cafés are always a wonderful opportunity for you to enjoy a special time and make special memories with loved ones.
So, mark your calendars for our next event – the Easter Dementia Café on Friday, March 29th! Stay tuned for more details to be announced soon. We can't wait to see you there!
Upcoming events
Giant Floor Game Fun
On Saturday morning we'll be having a great time with some friendly competition and maybe even some prizes! Don't miss the fun.
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.
