Activities at Scarborough Hall 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.
Jessica Larkin and Skigh Harrison.
We would like to welcome you to our activities team, Jessica Larkin and Skigh Harrison. Each coordinator started as carers in the home and they have worked together as an activities team for a number of years.
They are passionate about their role and providing the best for the Residents in the home, they enjoy finding new ways to of engaging and creating real and meaningful connections with the residents, through Resident centred 1-2-1 sessions, group activities, interesting outings and close links with our local communities.
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 Scarborough Hall Care Home
Baby & Toddler Group
Each month we host an intergenerational baby and toddler group, this month’s theme was a Halloween party where we got dressed up and played games like apple bobbing and conker collecting whilst enjoying lots of sweet treats. Resident Sheila can be seen having a wonderful time watching William play in the tunnel.
Themed baking club
Resident Kathleen proudly shows off her creations in this month’s popular baking club, we asked Kathleen what she would like to make and she said she has always wanted to try her hand at making a cheesecake, her favourite colour is green so it seemed only right to make a Halloweeny green themed cheesecake using lime for flavour and decoration.
Birds of Prey
Scarborough Hall Care Home, in Scarborough, was full of amazement on Tuesday when the Birds of prey came to visit the home.
Residents at Scarborough Hall were pleasantly surprised to see Birds such as Barn Owls and Tawney Owl, they brought in to the home by Animal house birds of prey.
General Manager Charlotte Nurse said: “Our residents have really enjoyed their unusual visitors today. We knew that having the bird of prey here would be a bit of fun for all our residents, especially as some find it difficult to go on many outings in our minibus. We are always looking for new activities for the residents and today we have seen the enjoyment and the therapeutic influence animals can have on people.”
Royal Botanic Garden
Our homes enjoyed a wonderful virtual tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh with Community Engagement Manager, Charlotte Walker, and Botanic Cottage Operations Co-ordinator, Laura Gallagher.
The residents were thrilled to learn more about the history of the beautiful Garden, which is now a home to an impressive plant collection from around the world.
Charlotte and Laura also gave a demonstration of making fresh herbal tea and were happy to answer our questions. The virtual experience was truly enjoyed by all who joined.
Home host dementia talk
In order to support residents’ relatives and friends, and the local community, Barchester’s Scarborough Hall Care Home in Scarborough is hosted a free Alzheimer's Awareness Talk on 21.9.22 at 2pm and invited members of the community to attend.
Staff who are specially trained in dementia care from Dementia Action Alliance delivered the talk which covered topics such as how to spot the first signs of dementia, how to get a diagnosis, how to look after your loved one living with dementia and how to fund care as well as details of local support groups in the area. There was plenty of time for Q&A during and at the end of the session.
General Manager, Charlotte Nurse says: “During Alzheimer's Awareness Month, we want to help and support relatives, friends and members of our local community who have loved ones who are living with dementia.”
Country and Western Fair
Our deputy manager is having a cuddle with a beautiful 3 week old goat at our country and western themed summer fair. We welcomed all sorts of farm animals in our lovely garden courtesy of the Purple Pig Company. Residents, visitors and team members had a fabulous afternoon listening to musical entertainment from Matt at Rewind and having a go on the stalls and games.
Upcoming events
Competition - Sunflower Competition
It's competition time! Enter by the 1st August and you could win a prize.
Monthly Dementia Cafe
From 10.30 am the dementia café provides small respite and social support.
Monthly Coffee Morning - 1st Friday of the month
A chance to meet and chat over tea or coffee and homemade cakes
Choirchester - 1st Thursday of the month
Come and raise the roof and join our monthly choir - all welcome.
Meeting Room for Hire
Arrange a visit or pop into see what Scarborough Hall has to offer.
Could you be a Volunteer?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
