Activities at Lochduhar 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.
Sally Gilder
Sally has been in the care sector since 1998. Sally joined the Lochduhar team in 2018 as a care assistant.
Sally is very passionate about the care she provides and the welfare of the residents. Working as a care assistant Sally was able to get to know the residents wants and needs to provide excellent person centred care to each individual. Then in 2020 Sally found the opportunity to become Head of Activities. Sally feels that she provides a different side to herself to promote an active and inclusive lifestyle through her role as Head of Activities.
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 Lochduhar Care Home
Baking Afternoon
Residents enjoy one of their many interactive group sessions as they came together to enjoy an afternoon baking something yummy together. All residents had a part to play, be it bashing digestives, melting chocolate or mixing it all together.
It was great to see all the good bakers reminiscing over their tasty treats, which were enjoyed by all over a cup of tea!
It's a Goal!
A Lochduhar resident has been a supporter of our local football team, Queen of the South for many years, and wanted to revisit the ground. With a little help, George’s wish was granted, as he enjoyed a morning reminiscing about the past and talking about the present players with other supporters over a hot pie and a cup of Bovril. The highlight of the morning was when he got out on to the football pitch to save some goals!
Musical Entertainment
Residents at Lochduhar enjoyed an afternoon of singing and dancing as they welcomed local entertainers into the home for some live music.
Everyone had a lovely time singing their favourite songs. When they weren’t singing, they were dancing. It was a lovely way to spend an afternoon.
Summer Fête
Lochduhar held its annual summer fête on Saturday 25th August, where there were a host of stalls and entertainment on offer to guests. As the weather was kind to us, there was a great turn out, and guests were entertained by DG Cheerleading, Dumfries Baton Twirlers and Karen Little’s Highland Dancers. In total, £574.96 was raised for the residents' social fund. Thank you everyone who volunteered and supported the event.
Are You Dancing?
In August, Lochduhar held an 'Are You Dancing?' competition, whereby professional dancers, David and Lynn Walker, demonstrated some of the most popular ballroom dances. Staff and residents then took to the floor in an attempt to be crowned the Lochduhar 'Are you Dancing?' champion!
Many laughs were had when staff took to the floor, and it was resident, Eric, who took the crown, along with his partner, Margaret the Activities Coordinator.
A great afternoon was had by all who attended.
Celebrating Success
We recently gave out 4 Long Service Awards and presented 6 members of staff with their SVQ Level 2 in Care.
Congratulations to Margaret Ferguson, who has been at Lochduhar for 10 years, Rhona Hanley, who been here 15, May Smith for 20, and to Margaret Muir, who has worked at Lochduhar for an incredible 25 years. Congratulations to them all!
Receiving their SVQ certificates were Jackie Kennon, Tamara Campbell, Margaret Harris, Margaret McMillan, Deborah Thomson and Jolanta Budzisz. Well done, everyone!
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