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.
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 Lochduhar Care Home
Northwest Nursery Visit
We have a visit from the Northwest Nursery in Dumfries once a week.
Our residents here at Lochduhar, really look forward to seeing them. They sing a 'Hello Everyone' song to us at the beginning. They bring their bats, balls, balloons, parachute and games with them.
The smiles on all their faces is lovely, the residents and children seem to get so much joy. The interaction is good for the mind body and soul, as the children ask the residents to join in with their games. The children sing to us and the residents like to join in too. Lastly they sing their 'Thank You' song and head off back to school. Residents are very much looking forward to seeing them soon.
Home celebrate 30th anniversary
Lochduhar care home in Dumfries, has thrown a Garden Party to celebrate 30 amazing years of serving the local community.
Staff, residents and guests commemorated this special occasion outside in the homes extensive garden with live music, singing and dancing. Everyone was able to enjoy a buffet and refreshments whilst sitting in the warm summer sun especially prepared by the homes hospitality team.
Long Service Award
A Senior Carer at Lochduhar Care Home in Dumfries has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 30 years.
Margaret Muir, Senior Carer, started at Barchester in May 1993 and has worked with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years.
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.
Out to Lunch
We took some of our residents out for lunch at The Swan in Kingholm Quay.
We met up with some of their families, so they could enjoy some personal time with them.
We had sandwiches with salad and chips and a cool glass of lime and lemonade.
Then two of the ladies said they would like to go and visit the harbour which was just across the road.
It was a glorious sunny day and fun was had by all.
Football Memories
We took this gentleman on a bus trip to his local football ground Queen of The South.
He was in fine form, singing along the way. We met up with the football memories group, which is held the last Thursday of every month. They showed us some flash cards of footballers and managers from the past. Alan enjoyed sharing his knowledge and was reminiscing with others in the group.
They showed us the pitch which is being resurfaced at the moment. They then gave us some refreshments.
A fun morning was had, as we all sang on the way home.
