Activities at Meadow Park 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.
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 Meadow Park Care Home
Medical Detection Dogs
Across our services residents had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Emilia from Medical Detection Dogs. Emilia took us on a journey to discover how the organisation began training dogs to support people with complex health conditions, saving their lives on a daily basis.
Using their amazing sense of smell, these dogs can identify odour changes emitted prior an episode and alert the person to take preventative action.
We were introduced to the wonderful dogs and the science behind the sniff. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our canine-loving residents.
Dementia Cafe
Our first Dementia Cafe was a hit today, with our residents living in our Memory Lane community.
Residents and staff sat with each other and enjoyed looking through old memorabilia, reminiscing about old times and having a good old natter.
Our Dementia Cafe is a great opportunity to come together, not just for our friends and families, but those living in the community, to discuss any worries or concerns regarding those living with Dementia, or simply using the time to just step back and enjoy some respite away from the hussle and bussle of day to day life, with a cup of tea and piece of cake.
The Tyne & Wear Derby
Residents have sat in anticipation watching The Tyne & Wear Derby…. Derby meaning a football match between local rival teams.
Residents predicted the scores, with a split in sides, our lovely David guessed the 3-0 win to the Toon
What a tense afternoon we have had, the alcoholic beverages and snacks steadied our nerves.
Residents cheered and cheered with their team winning 3-0 on the final whistle.
Up the Mags
Big Quiz of the Year
All over the country our care homes and hospitals linked up for Barchester’s Big Quiz of the year!
Residents tested their knowledge with a variety of questions, from historical humdingers and musical musings to pictorial puzzlers and connective conundrums.
Everyone who participated had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.
Christmas Day
A wholesome day, to say the least, staff have gone above and beyond to give all of our amazing residents a magical Christmas.
Our day kicked off with a BucksFizz breakfast, followed by crowds of relatives visiting their loved ones.
Our lovely (little bit crazy) elf Dennis, delivered person centred gifts to all of our residents, which staff have picked out specifically to meet residents hobbies and favourite past times, or there general favourite things.
Then Mandy cooked up a ‘cracker’ of a Christmas Lunch, Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, followed by Christmas pudding or Lemon Meringue Tart.
Residents retired to the lounges with Tea and Coffee, Mince Pies and nibbles, with Christmas music surrounded by their families.
A truly lovely day has been had by all, Staff and Residents alike.
Festive pub Visit
Today our lovely lads left the housework to the lasses and nipped for a cheeky refreshing pint at The Cherry Tree in nearby Stakeford.
Resident Rex used to live close by to The Cherry Tree, and it being his local was thrilled to go back and enjoy a pint with his friends.
Residents reminisced about the good old days, and how much a pint was back then, with David remembering the days when a pint was less that a pound!
Our cheeky chaps have loved getting out and about, Bill said ’you cannit wack a nice cold pint at the pub.
Upcoming events
Dementia Cafe - 1st Thursday of the month
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us - First Thursday of the month from 10.30 am - 12.00 pm - all welcome.
Are you looking for a place to host a meeting?
Are you looking for a place to host a meeting? We have a meeting room available for members of our local community and local professionals. For more information pop in.
