Activities at Meadowbeck 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.
Tina Holmes
Hi, I’m Tina, and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Meadowbeck.
I began working at the home as a Care Assistant in 1999. In 2014, I changed my role to Social Support Worker, which I enjoyed, as it involved supporting residents at Meadowbeck in their daily lifestyles.
I then became the Activities Coordinator in May 2017. I love working with our residents and getting to know them and their families. In addition to supporting them maintain an active lifestyle I always ensure to personally get to know each resident when they move in with us to support them in the continuation of any hobbies or interests the might have.
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 Meadowbeck Care Home
School Choir
This afternoon we were delighted to welcome back Mrs Feehan and her wonderful choir from St Aelred's Catholic Primary School & Nursery, who entertained our residents, staff and family members giving us a wonderful performance.
Everyone were in absolute awe as they sang beautifully, and the children brought such joy to our residents, bringing lots of smiles to their faces, it was lovely to see.
We had an absolutely wonderful afternoon.
Cream Tea Day
Today we had a wonderful afternoon as we celebrated National Cream Tea Day in style.
Our residents were treated to a delicious afternoon cream tea, with Les here to entertain us playing old time favourite sing along classics.
It was lovely to have family members and loved ones come along and join us, and of course no afternoon tea is complete without a nice cuppa tea and yummy cream scone (or two).
It was a lovely afternoon with everyone having a good old sing along with Les.
A dogs life
Across of homes residents had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Jennifer and Emily from Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity. Jennifer and Emily took us on a journey to discover the rich history of Dogs Trust and their facilities.
Using captivating video and photo footage, our residents were able to explore rehoming centres and learn more about the highest level of welfare offered there. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our dog lovers.
Coffee Morning
This morning it was our community coffee morning which takes place every Tuesday morning from 10.30 am – 12 Noon.
These mornings are always popular where our residents like to come along and enjoy a friendly catch up as they pay Sue a visit in our hair salon, and enjoy a piece of cake or two with numerous cups of tea or coffee, the carrot cake and coffee and walnut went down a real treat.
We had a great morning with lots of friendly chatter and hearty laughter.
Why not join us next time for a friendly chat and great company, everyone is welcome.
British flower week
Happy British Flowers Week. We have been celebrating with lots of colourful flowers.
We have been getting creative and mastering our flower arranging skills, creating bright bouquets that we have placed around our lovely home, with a couple of our ladies who attended flower arranging classes in the past at hand to give us tips.
Our residents and visitors have all commented how lovely they all are.
We have been learning all about British flowers, we were surprised at how many different types there were.
Other residents have helped to make our raised beds bright and colourful and taking care of them.
A fabulous time was had with the ladies doing a blooming marvellous job.
Shopping for plants
This afternoon this gent went shopping for plants for the garden, he was a huge help sharing his knowledge with Tina as he went around naming all the plants and flowers, commenting on the price if they were reasonably priced or not, after going around the plants he helped Gary in the DIY section.
He picked out a selection of lavender, geraniums and a beautiful purple Dahlia for us to bring home saying how the English lavender smelt wonderful and how the bees would like it.
Once we finished our tea and cake when we got home, we spent the rest of the afternoon busy in the garden planting and watering as we listened to the birds, we even spotted squirrels playing around up in the tree.
We had a wonderful afternoon.
Upcoming events
Blue Light Breakfast - Last Monday of the month
We extend a warm invitation to emergency personnel or a community GP and district nurse to pop in and enjoy breakfast with us, last Monday of the month from 08.00 am.
Don't Dine Alone - Every Thursday
We know meal times can be lonely for some members of our older community and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us for lunch and make new friends.
Chit and Chatter Club
Join us on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 2.00 pm and enjoy an afternoon of conversation and refreshments.
Weekly Coffee Morning
Join us at our weekly coffee morning, every Tuesday from 10.30 am - come along and make new friends!
Come and take a break on us! - Emergency Services
Come and take a break on us! We extend a warm invitation to all emergency service personnel to pop in on your break as there may be a cake or two available....
Carer's Cafe
Join us on the last Tuesday of the month for our carers' café from 2.00–3.30 pm. All welcome!
Could you be a Volunteer?
Your time could make a difference! If you would like to volunteer or have more information, we would love to hear from you. Contact 01904 424 244.
