Activities at Overslade House Care Home
Our activities team is dedicated to organising a variety of events and activities and adapting them to suit the capabilities of those we support. Our goal is to improve quality of life by providing activities that are tailored to residents' own interests.
At Overslade House, we encourage local people and businesses to participate, as well as our staff and relatives, in order to keep them involved as part of a wider community. We strive to enhance the quality of both mental and physical stimulation through weekly minibus excursions, PAT dogs, quizzes, Zumba classes, arm chair line dancing, musical entertainers, pamper sessions and much more.
We definitely have something for everyone!
Julie Bateman
Hi, my name is Julie, and I'm the lead Activities Lead here at Overslade House. I've been an entertainer for over 25 years which has given me a great foundation for meeting people from various backgrounds, and has also helped nurture my social skills.
I love animals, and have two Dachshunds of my own who, like me, love meeting new people. I'm looking forward to bringing them in to meeting all our lovely residents here at Overslade.
I'm a bit of a social butterfly and enjoy visiting National Trust locations, attending the Theatre, singing and dining out. Over the years I've even been an 'extra' on TV!
Living life to the full is my motto, and I wish to instil this in all our residents, whatever your ability there is something new to learn or try. Life is for enriching and enjoyment. I look forward to getting to know you and your loved ones. We are always open to new ideas, if you'd like to contact me please call the home on 01788 522577 or email me direct on overslade.activities@barchester.com - New entertainers always welcome.
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 Overslade House Care Home
Adventurous Day Out
A relative at Overslade House invited us to her farm to meet her horses and ponies. It was a beautiful day and residents were able to feed the animals and pet them. They enjoyed it so much that we are hoping we can go back again soon, weather permitting! After our trip to the farm, we stopped off at a lovely local café to warm ourselves up with tea and cake.
Musical Magic
Lesley Ann is a favourite at Overslade House; residents love to listen and dance to her beautiful voice. She sings a variety of songs to suit all and everyone loves to get involved.
Out & About
Residents at Overslade love going to their local garden centre. This time, they were able take a trip through Santa’s Grotto, looking at all of the Christmas decorations and wonderful scenery prepared! Afterwards, there was just enough time for a cup of tea and a slice of cake.
Retail Therapy
Our ladies had an afternoon out to Sainsbury’s for lunch and some retail therapy.
Emergency Services Visit
As a way of saying thank you to the paramedics, nurses, police officers and other emergency services workers who don’t always have time to go home or back to their workplace on their break, the team and the residents of Overslade House will provide free food and drink to all emergency service staff.
Animal Party
We have an animal party twice a year here at Overslade House. Residents get to enjoy and hold a variety of animals, ranging from rabbits and frogs to owls and tarantulas! This is enjoyed by residents, relatives and staff alike. Please come along to join in the fun!
Upcoming events
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Come and take a break on us! Pop in anytime on your break and enjoy a warming drink and a slice of cake.
