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
Pamper session
The ladies of Meadowbeck love a little pampering, and Tina the homes Activities Coordinator was only too happy to oblige when one resident asked for her nails to be painted. With a relaxing hand soak, gentle soothing hand massage before nicely finishing off with a soft natural pink nail polish of her choice, before settling back to enjoy a nice cup of tea and show off the end result! Throughout calming music was gently played in the background so everyone was in the mood.
Dignity organ visits Meadowbeck
Residents and team members were delighted when J Rymer funeral directors kindly donated time to visit us here at Meadowbeck with the Dignity Charity Organ treating our residents to a live organ show, this really did go down a treat as they were singing and dancing to the well-known tunes played.
Vocalist returns to home!
Residents and staff at Meadowbeck were delighted to welcome popular vocalist, Christie Clifford back in to the home. Christie is a stylish vocalist who performs well known hits from Show songs, Ballads and country music. Christie has been visiting the home to entertain our residents for many years and it was great to finally have her back with us which had residents toe-tapping and singing along too! Everyone is looking forward to her next performance.
Residents discover the history and treasures of Hereford Cathedral
Residents had a lovely afternoon joining the team from Hereford Cathedral as they were given a glimpse of the spectacular building and its treasures as they were taken on a tour of the site.
From the stunning gardens which lead down to the River Wye, to the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library, the virtual visit shared the history and beauty of the historic building.
It was wonderful to learn more about the history and beauty of Hereford Cathedral.
A floral afternoon
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Meadowbeck were treated to an interactive virtual floristry masterclass courtesy of Master Florist, Michal Kowalski, from Blooming Haus.
Blooming Haus started with a small pop-up shop in Chelsea. They have since blossomed spectacularly on to the floristry scene as ‘floral engineers’, carving themselves an outstanding reputation as one of the UK’s most innovative floral design studios
Magic table
Residents at Meadowbeck enjoy a varied life enrichment programme to keep the mind, body and soul active. Each day there are popular group activities bringing everyone together along with individual Resident centred activities.
Residents enjoyed a fun filled afternoon with sensory fun on the homes magic table.
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.
High Tea Event
Join us for an afternoon of decadence and friendship as Meadowbeck cordially invites you for High Tea.
Professional Open Day
On Thursday 30th May we'll be welcoming members of the professional to our Professional's Open Day.
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,.
