Activities at Mulberry Court Care Home
The team at Mulberry Court works hard to support and encourage residents to participate in both group and individual activities, based around their preferences and lifestyle choices. We take time to get to know each person, sitting with them and listening to them speak about their lives, interests, and aspirations. We have access to our own minibus so outings to nearby places of interest are available; for example local museums, art galleries, garden centres, and public houses. We also host themed evenings, such as 'Quiz and Meal-in-a-Basket', 'The Races (Greyhounds, Horses)', and 'Takeaway and Movie Night' that we also encourage relatives to come to. We believe lifestyle choices and activities are one of the most important aspects of a care home, and it is essential that we help residents to have fulfilling and enjoyable lives.
Zoe Giles
Hi my name is Zoe I am the lead activities co-ordinator here at Mulberry Court, I started in January 2024 having previously worked at another care home on reception, however I started doing more and more activities with the resident’s there so when I got the chance to move across to a Barchester home and do the role of lead I took the opportunity.
I have always enjoyed organising and am usually the one in the family who brings everyone together and sorts things so I feel I have found my true calling!
I am so lucky to be able to say I love my job, no two days are ever the same, although every day is so rewarding and to know I have made a difference to someone is the greatest feeling whether that’s through a group activity or an individual room visit to even stopping and saying a few words to them.
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 Mulberry Court Care Home
Live entertainment
Mulberry Court welcomed popular vocalist, Trevor Woodhead to perform in the home. Trevor performed a medley of hits throughout the decades from Cliff Richard to Elvis and everything in between!
There was much toe tapping and hand clapping as residents sung along, it was a wonderful way to spend the afternoon before a refreshing cup of tea and slice of cake especially prepared by the homes hospitality team.
Landmark celebrations at Mulberry Court
Celebrations have been in full swing at Mulberry Court, as one of its residents reaches her special birthday in style. A champagne reception was held at the home and guests enjoyed a special birthday cake made by the home’s chef Steve. The birthday girl, said I feel so lucky to have reached this age and still be able to enjoy my family and friends.
Rachael Moss General Manager of Barchester Mulberry court added: “We’re delighted to be celebrating a truly remarkable woman as she reaches this amazing milestone. Joyce is such a popular resident who always has an interesting tale to tell, and we look forward to hearing many more as she continues into her next century.”
An afternoon of song and dance
Today we welcomed John Kellow to our home to entertain us all once more, he sang hits from Cliff Richard to Elvis and everything in between!. There was much toe tapping and hands clapping throughout the afternoon as everyone joined in to the sing a long session.
Requests where taken and hidden singing talents discovered. Much fun was had by all, until next time John thank you for a fun filled afternoon.
Come sing!
Residents across our homes and hospitals had a fantastic time with vocal coach Dan Cooper from Biiah as he led an amazing sing-a-long session for residents to enjoy.
Residents who joined the event were able to learn different techniques as they sang the famous ‘I Can See Clearly Now’ by Jimmy Cliff and ‘Here Comes the Sun’ by The Beatles.
Across our homes there were smiles and laugher all around. The session was such a success and was great for the mind, body and soul.
Trips out and about
We enjoyed several trips out within our local community, first up was a trip to Skelton Garden Centre. We are so lucky to have such a friendly, family run business right on our doorstep, they always make us so welcome - thank you! First trip out and we met with one of our residents wife.
Once we'd made our purchases it was back to collect more residents and one had a special request to make a purchase for his sister -in -law and with plenty to choose from a suitable gift was soon found!
Sweet treats and a trip down Memory Lane
Today we thought we'd combine the Barchester live chocolate factory tour with a reminiscing and tasting session. We discussed in length York’s two main chocolate producers Terry's and Rowntree’s.
We sat back and tuned in to be guided through the whole chocolate development process before reading and discussing fascinating facts about Terry's and Rowntree’s,
Most interesting information and facts came from John who we discovered had worked at Rowntree’s for a staggering 57 years!!! The residents listened with great interest to his memories whilst sampling such iconic tasty treats as Kitkats, Lion bars, Yorkie bars and chocolate orange.
Upcoming events
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
For more information on how you could Volunteer, please contact us on 01904 671 122
Emergency Services - Take a break with us!
Calling all emergency services - take a break on us. We will have tea, coffee and maybe a cake or two!
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Looking for a place to host a meeting - for more information on what we have to offer please contact the home.
