Activities at Rivermead Care Home

A huge congratulations to our lovely care practitioner Vixx Taylor. Vixx is such an integral and valued part of our team and our residents’ days are made brighter with you here. This has been recognised with your ‘Employee of the Month Award’ and your dedication is awarded with your ‘10 Year Service Award.’ Thank you so much from everyone here at Rivermead and all at Barchester.

Residents recently enjoyed a cultural visit to the Shakespeare Rose Pop-up theatre in York to take in the delights of this famous Bard and to see a performance of Twelfth night. The trip was extra special for resident, Tina as her grand-daughter, Leandra took central stage with a major role in the performance.  

Angela Lawson, Activities coordinator said “It was lots of fun and a wonderful way for us to spend time together and think about Shakespeare and his work. Conversation flowed as we took a look into some of his famous quotes and there was always something everyone recognised and could remember – which just goes to show the influence of the Bard on us all, even over 400 years after his death.''

Rivermead's resident, Lena recently took a trip to visit her son, Stuart who resides at sister home, Castle Park care home in Hull. The inter-home visits are important to Lena and her son. Stuart on this occasion they chose to take in the delights of a local pub for a spot of lunch.

Stuart was also proud to present his Mum with a beautiful framed photo of her, Lena was delighted to show off this wonderful gift as they enjoyed some quality time together.  

Angela Lawson, activities coordinator said “It was a pleasure to be able to be take Lena to visit her son as often as possible and everyone had a lovely day out

Residents of Rivermead enjoyed an afternoon of fun and mess as their creative skills were showcased. Our Rivermead pumpkin carvers are certainly a creative lot! Their glorious colourful creations are now displayed proudly in the home’s foyer for all guests to see and admire. 

Residents at Rivermead expressed a wish to create something special for the homes receptionist, Sarah to remember on her special day. They did just that with the help of activities coordinator, Angela in creating a beautiful wedding tree for guests to hang their best wishes on for the happy couple.

The tree was decorated with a romantic theme of love feather hearts and pearls and was displayed at the wedding reception at Malton Old Lodge for everyone to see. Everyone is eagerly waiting to see the wedding photos.

Angela, activities coordinator said: “It was so meaningful and rewarding to see all our Residents enjoying themselves on creating the tree for Sarah’s most romantic day of the year. It was lovely to see our Residents create something special for Sarah and Steven”.

We celebrated Renee’s 90th birthday recently. Refreshments were prepared and she had a lovely time!