Activities at Longueville Court Care Home
Our activities coordinators are committed to organising a variety of activities that reflect the interests and capabilities for everybody we support ensuring a person centred approach.
The team have a flexible approach to our programme and we are constantly reviewing and updating our programmes to ensure we cater for everyone's needs and varied abilities.
The activities programme includes regular trips utilising the homes minibus, these include a number of destinations of local interest. We are particularly proud of the relationship we have built with Peterborough Sailability. This registered charity offers the opportunities to those with restricted mobility to enjoy the thrill of sailing on the open water and the sense of independence that brings in specially adapted boats.
Involvement in the local community is something that the whole team are very passionate about and we provide regular visits to a number of different facilities including local schools and churches. These activities also extend too visits from "Pat dogs" and local entertainers to aid in our ongoing quest to give each individual as much support and stimulation as they require.
Martine Ratcliffe
Hello my name is Martine and I'm the Head of Activities here at Longueville Court. I joined the team in 2009 as a carer and become team leader before moving into the Activities position 3 years ago.
I'm passionate about providing life enrichment to each of our residents, as a team we aim is to bring joy on a daily basis, and make their time with us special. We pride ourselves on bringing a mixture of activities that suit everyone.
I have one daughter and 2 grandsons, when not at work I love to spend time with them making memories, am a massive lover of music and dance.
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 Longueville Court Care Home
VE Day
We remembered and celebrated the 80th anniversary of V.E. Day. Our residents all came together to remember those that gave their lives, to maintain a free world. We also welcomed residents from our sister home, Werrington Lodge.
Our entertainment this afternoon was provided by Reunion Avenue and our very own Vikki!!! Refreshments were then served, as the party atmosphere continued.
Baby Shower Celebrations
We held a surprise baby shower for our wonderful deputy manager Chiara and bump! We want to thank you for everything you do for the staff and residents.
You truly have been amazing. We wish you all the best on your new journey into parenthood and your little miracle that’s about to join your world.
100th Birthday Celebrations
We had the pleasure of celebrating a very special birthday with Miriam and her friends. The day started with a birthday card from the king, then a pamper session followed by her birthday party in which she was surrounded by all her friends and family.
Miriam really did enjoy her day, and said “the highlight was receiving my birthday card from King Charles.”
Sponsored Walk!
Today we, Lisa from Hampton Grove and Tracie and Lesley from Werrington Lodge activities, did a sponsored walk around the ham trail in Ferry Meadows to raise money for the Barchester foundation charity.
It was a great morning. The sun was shining, and it was all for a good cause.
Easter Weekend!
Over the Easter weekend we had a lot happening. We had the Easter egg delivered to each resident’s room, and an Easter tea afternoon with Lesley.
Vikki also held a 'find the Easter bunny' competition for the kiddies, which was a huge success. The kids and residents really had a fun afternoon. It really was a wonderful weekend.
St George's Day!
This afternoon we celebrated St George’s Day with a party. We had some very special guests from our sister homes, Werrington Lodge and Hampton Grove.
Our residents really enjoyed meeting their fellow residents from our other homes. It was a wonderful afternoon with dancing, singing and lots of laughs...
