Activities at Lindum House Care Home
Our fantastic Activities Coordinators make sure that there is a full programme of social events to suit all interests and capabilities. They aim to not only to stimulate, but to ensure that everyone involved has lots of fun. We enjoy trips out visiting local places of interest or just to explore, which inevitably ends up with us having a lovely lunch somewhere.
There are regular concerts that we hold in the home that allows us to have a good old singalong, and our community links include the local churches, knit and natter groups and toddler groups coming in to see residents.
On a daily basis, everyone enjoys a variety of activities, including quizzes, bingo, arts and crafts, reminiscing and movement to music. We also host movie afternoons on the big screen which, of course, involves popcorn and ice cream at the interval!
Any residents who are unable to join us in the communal areas for activities have one-to-one time in their rooms, with us either reading to them, chatting or anything else they wish to do that’s within their capabilities.
Kelly Rolph
Hi there, I'm Kelly. My role at Lindum House ensures all of our residents always have lots of fun activities to look forward too.
I grew up down south, my parents worked in news trade & I've lived in many places! I've lived in hull for 20 years now, worked in health and social care for around 15 years, I started on care, worked through domestic, kitchen assistant and found my calling with activities!
I'm a super social person, enjoy being busy and sing in my spare time. I am part of a small singing charity group 'guise & gals'. I've been singing karaoke since I was 18 but never had the confidence to take it any further. I do, however, love putting on a show for our residents!
I'm a strong believer in 'treat people how you wish to be treated' everyone is different and it's important to focus on each individuals wants and needs, to encourage and nurture life, you only live once!
I'm full of energy, providing there is music... it's good for my soul!
Our residents smiles are my reward, it makes me so happy to see them enjoying them selves.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Lindum House Care Home
Night fever at Lindum House
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Lindum House care home in Beverley were treated to a talk about nightclub culture by V&A Dundee Curator, Kirsty Hassard. The presentation forms part of a series of six talks and virtual tours that V&A Dundee is hosting for Barchester Healthcare’s care homes and private hospitals across the UK.
V&A Dundee is Scotland’s design museum, it showcases Scotland’s outstanding design achievements and features world-class exhibitions alongside the permanent Scottish Design Galleries, and a changing programme of commissions, events and activities.
Kirsty’s talk looked at the history and design of night clubs, and examined club culture from the 1960s to the present day. She explored their evolution and development around the world, from Italy to America, and closer to home, looking at their importance as cultural venues and designed spaces.
Three cheers for volunteers
A volunteer at Lindum House care home in Beverley, who Choose to do her Work Experience here at Lindum House, has now joined us as a carer.
Jess Thompson enjoyed her time here at Lindum House, that after completing her Health and Social Care Level 2 and 3 at East Riding College. Jess then went onto choose, to join the Lindum family in progressing her career as a carer. Jess worked alongside the Activities Co-Ordinator Kelly Scott, and gained knowledge and understanding of the care home, delivering person centred care. Delivering life enrichment activities, to promote mental stimulation, and well-being.
Here at Lindum House, we pride ourselves in supporting the East Riding College students. Offering work placements.
Denise Rouse, General Manager at Lindum House said: “Our care home is like a family and Jess is a part of that family, loved and valued by everyone. It takes a special kind of person to become a carer. We are honoured that Jess enjoyed her work experience here at Lindum House
Residents enjoy wild west afternoon!
Residents and guests at Lindum House care home in Beverley enjoyed an afternoon of grins with a live music performance that took place at the home. Local singer Alf Berry performed a selection of classic hits from his American country set.
Residents joined in with the singing, and clapped along as Alf performed his finale song pretty woman. The hospitality team at the home also provided a spread of sweet and savoury treats for guests to enjoy during the show.
General Manager, Denise Rouse said, “Our residents and guests had a wonderful day singing along with the wonderful performer. We do our best to provide a wide range of activities and entertainment at Lindum House as part of the lifestyle enrichment programme for residents, and this was one of our favourites!”
One resident said “I haven’t heard some of these songs in many years. The classics never go out of style!. Seeing the staff dressed up, was so much fun.”
Friendship Day
Lindum House, in Beverley fondly remembers a friend on Friendship Day. There were smiles all round as staff and residents reminisced about their friend and some of the wonderful times they had shared over the years.
The International Day of Friendship was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between people, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.
Today, Friendship Day is celebrated in many countries across the globe and is a special occasion that encourages people to celebrate their friendships – old and new – by spending time with their friends and loved ones.
Virtual introduction to Robots with V&A
We enjoyed a wonderful virtual introduction to the world of robots with V&A Dundee Curator, Kirsty Hassard.
Kirsty talked us through the history of robots and their early beginnings, the presentation traced the fascination of all things wired and wonderful and considered what the future might hold for our relationship with a multitude of mechanical machines.
It was absolutely thrilling to learn what robots can do now and what they might be able to do in the future.
Historic gardens of Blenheim
We had a lovely time exploring the amazing gardens of Blenheim Palace through a virtual talk, hosted by the Historian - Antonia Keaney.
We enjoyed a virtual look at how the gardens at Blenheim have developed over the past 300 years - from the formality of Henry Wise through to the ‘natural’ landscape created by Capability Brown and beyond.
Everyone was very impressed by the many jewels hidden within the 150 acres of beautiful gardens.
Upcoming events
May
May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of exciting things planned throughout the month of May - all welcome.
Pre-bookable Respite Care
Are you thinking about booking a holiday and want peace of mind that your loved one is going to be cared for in a home you can book with up to 12 months in advance? We can help.
Coffee Mornings at Lindum House
Come along for a relaxed morning enjoying some homemade sweet treats and hot drinks.
Please contact us if you would like to come along.
Emergency Services - Take a break with us!
Calling all emergency services workers - take a break on us. We will have tea, coffee and maybe a cake or two!
Could you be a Volunteer?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
