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
Out with the old, in with the new!
Staff and residents at Meadowbeck celebrated bringing in the New Year in style when Big Ben struck midnight this New Year’s Eve.
Meadowbeck’s New Year’s Eve party was in full swing with live entertainment with the wonderful Nikki, with everyone singing and dancing along waving fun props to timeless party songs, linking arms to the big finale “Auld Lang Syne”. Residents enjoyed a glass of bubbly, cocktails and a festive feast prepared by our activities team and head chef.
A festive afternoon with our community friends
As part of our Intergenerational programme, our residents were thrilled to welcome back Debbie Feehan, and Musical Connections, who brought along some of the children from our local school, St Aelred's Catholic Primary School & Nursery.
The afternoon was full of interactive fun playing Christmas themed games and instruments, with snowballs filling the air as they sung Let it snow.
The children also performed a selection of Christmas songs and carols for our residents, filling the room with joy, laughter and beautiful harmonies.
Thank you for a wonderful afternoon, looking forward to welcoming you back in the New Year.
Residents enjoy panto performance
Meadowbeck got in the Christmas spirit by treating their residents to a special Christmas themed Pantomime, performing Jack and the beanstalk.
Everyone at Meadowbeck Care Home, enjoyed the timeless tale full of magical twists, fun, laughter and adventures, it was wonderful to see how much our residents joined in the fun throughout the show singing along with their toes tapping and clapping as laughter filled the room, after the show we all sang Christmas carols together and enjoyed festive refreshments including mince pies and mulled wine.
Christmas Fete brings community together
Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Meadowbeck to enjoy a wonderful Christmas Fete.
There were all kinds of stalls on offer manned by volunteers, friends and family and lots of local stall holders came along to sell their wares too. There were delicious homemade cakes, lovely craft items including gift cards and fabulous scents, including a raffle and tombola stall. We had live entertainment with the wonderful and popular vocalist, Nikki singing a medley of Christmas hits, and refreshments including festive mince pies and mulled wine.
Carols around the tree
Our residents enjoyed a live musical performance when we welcomed back Sarah with her flute to perform for us a selection of all-time favourite Christmas songs and Carols as we gathered around the Christmas tree.
It was wonderful to hear Carols all around the home as Sarah, played and sang in various parts of the home as well as individuals rooms for those residents to enjoy from the comfort of their own rooms. We had a lovely afternoon with residents singing along and helped us get in to the festive spirit.
A Christmas Carol with the Old Vic
Across our homes we’ve had the most wonderful time celebrating the festive season with a special screening of 2020’s OLD VIC: IN CAMERA – A Christmas Carol.
This beautifully staged production brought the magic of Dickens’ classic tale right into our homes. A huge thank you to The Old Vic theatre for sharing this incredible performance with us. It was a truly wonderful experience.
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.
