Activities at Melbourn Springs Care Home
Ensuring that our social events offer fun and adventure is a major focus of the ethos of our home; it’s important that those we support can enjoy an active and social lifestyle. Of course, there will always be those who prefer peace and quiet, and in these instances, a cup of tea and a chat will always be welcomed.
Denise Ashby
Hello, my name is Denise and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Melbourn Springs. I joined Barchester in 2022 and always strive to support and care for all of our residents in a way that best suits each individual.
Making sure that our residents have things to do that they really enjoy doing is something that I hold very close to my heart. It is so important to make sure that they are happy and enjoy all of the activities and events that we host for them.
A lot of our residents also enjoy our special trips out on our Mini Bus as we create new, special memories together at Melbourn Springs.
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 Melbourn Springs Care Home
Entertainment with Frank
Yesterday we had some brilliant entertainment from Frank, his keyboard, trumpet and wonderful singing voice.
We danced and sang along to some firm favourites, Frank told us stories from his childhood which linked to the songs he played.
He took requests from the residents & the care team took a fancy to a boogie too!
Thank you so much Frank for a wonderful afternoon!!
Doreen's Trip to Waresley Garden Centre
Doreen's request to go out to Waresley garden centre was fulfilled this week, the trip was longer than we expected travelling through three counties to get there, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire so we saw lots of sights, played games and had a good chat on the Journey.
We thoroughly enjoyed a well needed tea & coffee in the cafe, and browsed the beautiful flowers & plants, particularly enjoying the roses on display.
We spent most of the afternoon here perfectly content in the quaint village of Waresley.
Around the world in costume!
Huge thank you to 'The Entertainment Providers' for a stunning show last night! They took us around the world in costumes, dances and the most wonderful songs.
The residents were truly charmed, and the care team got stuck in too!
We absolutely love our entertainment evenings at Melbourn Springs, and we hope to have The Entertainment Providers back again soon!
Great Chishill Coffee morning
Last week we went up to the Great Chishill church coffee morning in aid of St Swithins.
We enjoyed some delicious chocolate & Toffee Apple cake and were made to feel very welcome.
The residents enjoyed looking round the interesting architecture and designs of the church and we look forward to more coffee mornings in the community!
Songs at Melbourn Springs
Big thanks to Dave for coming out to Melbourn Springs again this week! The residents thoroughly enjoyed their sing along and surprise 'pop quiz' from Dave.
We had such a laugh, a dance and a sing song, perfect way to spend an afternoon escaping the heatwave in our cool reception cafe.
Therapy Ponies at Melbourn Springs
Residents were taken by surprise when they looked up and saw Charlie the Shetland pony coming through the entrance to Melbourn Springs Care Home! They are used to seeing families bringing pet dogs for a visit but not a pony!
His calm and patient nature ensured everyone got to spend time with him as they stroked his nose and were surprised by the coarseness of his mane. Respite resident, Avriel said, 'I've never touched a horse before and now I have a pony resting his head on my bed! How lovely!'
We were also visited by a new trainee Shetland pony, Barney who is 2 years old. He is still getting used to the automatic doors, carpet under his hooves and using a lift! With the help of a packet of Polos, he did really well and everyone was delighted with his progress!
Everyone agreed it was a special morning having spent time chatting to a pony! It was certainly a calming and therapeutic experience! Thank you Charlie!
