Activities at Lanercost House Care Home
Our dedicated Activities Coordinators offer a wide range of mentally and physically stimulating activities for residents and families to enjoy. There are regular outings in the minibus to places of interest, such as local cafes, garden centres and parks, as well as visits from entertainers, musicians and singers - and also from PAT dogs. We host various events, such as themed days, cheese & wine evenings, in addition to offering one-to-one activity sessions, including pampering, games and puzzles. Our activities staff strive to ensure residents participate in any way they can with activities that reflect their capabilities and interests.
Emily Stubbs
I joined the Lanercost House family in June 2021 as a Care Assistant and then joined the activities team in May 2022.
I love bringing joy and fun to residents, relatives, and staff on a daily basis as well as planning and organising themed days, events, and celebrations.
I think the activities’ role is very important for Residents' well-being. Whether they like to keep active with armchair exercises, join in with our weekly quiz or hop in the minibus for a day out - there is something for everyone. I aim to ensure that each Resident's interests and hobbies are supported.
I am passionate about creative and sensory activities and I love to sing and dance together with Residents. I love my job!
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 Lanercost House Care Home
Long Service Awards
We gave our 3 Long Service Awards in September to Head of Maintenance, Alan Bray, Head of Activities, Margaret Watt and Care Assistant, Rachel Dodd. Together, they have accumulated 45 years of service at Lanercost House.
Alpaca Adventures
We had a visit from some alpacas at Lanercost House. The residents and staff thoroughly enjoyed seeing and stroking them.
A Triple Celebration
This is Diane Birkett, Sandra Kelly and Irene Holliday, who are all part of our kitchen team. They recently collected their 10 years’ Long Service Awards from Senior General Manager, Wendy Carruthers.
The Weeping Window
Our activities team took 3 residents to visit the local castle so that they could take a look at 'The Weeping Window' poppy display. It marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1, and is a very moving display.
Dementia Friend Presentation
We were joined by Dementia Friends Champions, Peter Jones & Pauline Robson, who gave a very informative presentation to staff, relatives and residents.
Royal Wedding Celebrations
Our Priory unit residents watched the royal wedding with afternoon tea served and a glass of fizz to celebrate the occasion.
Upcoming events
Carers Cafe
Come along and meet with friends over light refreshments and gain support from others caring for someone living with dementia.
