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
Keeping active at Meadow Park
Another great day at Meadow Park! Our residents have had lots of fun as they opted to play floor darts which is a popular favourite, followed by a quiz ball game where residents read a question out once they have caught the ball and the other residents would participate in answering the question before they were passed the ball.
What a great way to keep fit and the mind active.
Home amongst first to receive vaccinations
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Meadow Park care home, in Bedlington, were delighted to be invited to have the vaccination at the home, which has lifted everyone’s spirits after what has been a very challenging year for everyone.
General Manager, Vicky Mallaburn said: “Last year was a year like no other and the vaccine feels like the light at the end of the tunnel. Our teams have been magnificent in how they have risen to every challenge during this pandemic and we are proud to play our part in this next phase to ensure the most vulnerable are protected.”
Pam, a resident at Meadow Park said: “I am so pleased to be given the vaccine. It is the first step in getting things back to normal and having our families in the home once again.”
A game of dominoes
Residents enjoy a game of dominos at Meadow Park as part of their popular games afternoons. A number of residents at Meadow Park Care Home had a great time playing a game of dominos with each other and squeezed in a quick natter and a cuppa in between games. Everyone had fun as they showed a little friendly competition each game!
Exercising the Mind, Body and Soul
Keeping active, having social interactions and being mentally stimulated is very important to Residents at Meadow Park.
As part of the homes life enrichment programme, the activities coordinators include firm favourite’s in the homes calendar with fun-filled adapted games that they played over the years in a safe environment!
Halloween fun
Barchester’s Meadow Park was a den of ghoulish activity as the home’s spooky Halloween party got in to full swing.
Staff, residents and guests got in to the spirit of things with fancy dress, music and games, pumpkin carving and much more. It was a fun-filled day for everyone!
Keeping in touch
Residents at Meadow Park have been hard at work creating cards to send to their loved ones along with photographs as a surprise throughout lockdown. They have also been making use of skype and facetime so that they can video call their relatives.
General Manager, Vicky Mallaburn said “It is vitally important that we ensure that our residents can remain in contact with their family and friends during this time. New technology is great for this purpose, but of course a good old fashioned letter is just as welcome!”
Upcoming events
Dementia Action Week
Join us as we join the annual campaign - Dementia Action Week - that brings people together from across our community.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Come and take a break with us - enjoy a warming drink and slice of cake!
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.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
If you are interested in Volunteering, we'd love to hear from you!
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.
