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
RAF Museum London
Across our services we had a lovely time joining Rhiannon Watkinson from the RAF Museum London for an interactive talk exploring the exciting and innovative aviation history of Hendon.
Our residents were able to learn about the first flights from the fields at Hendon, the creation of the London Aerodrome and Battle of Britain pilots who flew from RAF Hendon.
The talk also included photographic and film material from the Museum’s archive. Residents across our homes had a fantastic time and we truly enjoyed the virtual experience.
National Biscuit Day
It was a special day for all of us at Lanercost House Care Home in Carlisle, as we celebrated National Biscuit Day in style.
We certainly had a fun-filled day of biscuit dunking and tasting, paired with a good old cup of tea. Our residents got involved in a biscuit decorating activity and a chat about all things biscuits.
It was a lovely day, enjoyed by all.
Fun in the sun!
Residents and staff at Lanercost House Care Home in Carlisle recently have been enjoying time in the garden.
Residents and staff have been busy in the garden planting new plants , making sure they have been watered and just spending time relaxing in the garden with a cold glass of lemonade!
Coronation Celebrations
Residents, relatives, staff and friends from local community here at Lanercost House have come together today to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.
We all gathered in our Home for a special Afternoon Tea fit for the King with the amazing performances, dances and laughter.
A wonderful day for all here today at Lanercost House!
Women's Health Week
Residents relatives and staff at Lanercost House have enjoyed celebrating National Women's Health week!
National Women`s Health Week is a national effort to raise awareness about the manageable steps women can take to improve their health. The focus is on the importance of including simple preventive and positive health behaviours into everyday life.
Gardening Club
Residents, relatives and staff at Lanercost House have been busy doing some gardening!
What a day for it! The sun was beautiful and we have enjoyed planting some new plants in hanging baskets and planters.
We have started our gardening club, which will be every Tuesday in each unit. Please come along if you can to help make our garden even more spectacular!
If you have any questions about gardening club please feel free to ask our manager or the activities team!
Upcoming events
April
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us throughout April as we look forward to a fun filled month ahead.
Knit & Natter
We would love you to join us for our monthly Knit & Natter. Enjoy friendly company whilst knitting away. There will be tea, coffee and cake on offer too!
30th Anniversary Party!
Join us as we welcome the Mayor & Mayoress to celebrate our 30th Anniversary with a masquerade party!
Carers Cafe
Come along and meet with friends over light refreshments and gain support from others caring for someone living with dementia.
