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.
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 Meadowbeck Care Home
70-years wedded bliss
This lovely couple recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary although they did not want any fuss, team members could not let this great achievement go unnoticed. They celebrated this special occasion with family with a day out to the railway Museum where they all enjoyed a lovely meal in a carriage. Edith says how she travelled a long way to meet her one and enjoyed a wonderful marriage together ever since, saying the secret to a long happy marriage is always give and take.
Armistice Day
Residents and team members showed their creative skills in a crafts afternoon making poppies and wreaths to decorate the home. Everyone enjoyed afternoon tea, singing along to all the war time favourite sing alongs, We joined together to watch the service for 2 minutes silence in remembrance of our heroes.
Cheese and wine soiree
Residents enjoyed our latest cheese and wine evening trying a selection of tasty cheeses and tipple of their choice.
This is always a great social evening with lots of smiles and laughter filling the room.
Winston Churchill's love affair with Blenheim Palace
Our residents were thrilled to join Antonia Keaney - Blenheim Palace’s Historian for an intriguing virtual talk on Winston Churchill.
The private resources of Blenheim Palace were drawn upon to afford very new and refreshing insights into this remarkable man. During the talk Antonia shared fascinating information about the breadth of talent, achievement and personality of the "Greatest Briton": soldier, politician, statesman, painter, writer, orator, family man - and bricklayer!
We all had a wonderful time and enjoyed learning more about UK’s former Prime Minister.
Blenheim Palace
Our residents were thrilled to join Antonia Keaney - Blenheim Palace’s Historian for an intriguing virtual talk on Winston Churchill.
The private resources of Blenheim Palace were drawn upon to afford very new and refreshing insights into this remarkable man. During the talk Antonia shared fascinating information about the breadth of talent, achievement and personality of the "Greatest Briton": soldier, politician, statesman, painter, writer, orator, family man - and bricklayer!
We all had a wonderful time and enjoyed learning more about UK’s former Prime Minister.
Festive wreath making
We were delighted to join Blooming Haus’s Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass, where Master Florist, Michal and his business partner - Michael showed us the best method to create beautiful festive wreaths.
Following the tips and ideas learnt during the amazing virtual experience, we were happy to put our skills to a test and to enter the #BarchesterChristmasWreaths competition.
We all had a wonderful time creating our festive wreath/s.
Thank you @bloominghaus for helping our residents flow into the true spirit of Noel.
Upcoming events
April
Step into April and see the Life Enrichment and Community Events we have on offer.
Dementia Action Week Seminar
Join us on Monday 13th May as we launch Dementia Action Week with a community seminar courtesy of Margret Ferguson from the Alzheimer's Society.
Transport Services Celebration
We'd like to offer a warm welcome to the hard working members of the community who help those in need be able to go about their lives.
Professional Open Day
On Tuesday 21st May we'll be welcoming members of the community to our Professional's Open Day.
High Tea Event
Join us for an afternoon of decadence and friendship as Meadowbeck cordially invites you for High Tea.
Blue Light Breakfast
Join us for our monthly blue light breakfast on the last Monday of every month - all emergency service and social care professionals welcome for a free breakfast
Don't Dine Alone - Every Thursday
We believe mealtimes can be a social experience, come along, join us for a delicious 3 course meal and enjoy some company - please call to book your place.
Memory Cafe - Last Wednesday of the month
Join us for our monthly Memory cafe, enjoy cakes, refreshments, activities and a warm welcome. Family / carers come along too, make new friends in a safe space.
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....
Community Coffee Morning
We warmly welcome you to join us for our weekly community coffee morning. There is always a warm welcome and plenty of hearty chatter,.
