Activities at Tennyson Wharf Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
Our activities team are great at building the activities programme around the likes and interests of the people we care for. Ensuring that our social events offer fun and adventure is part 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 are always welcomed.
Rebecca Harrowing
Hi my name is Rebecca, I started working at Tennyson Wharf in July 2024.
Previous to starting at Tennyson Wharf I have lived in many countries and worked as a supply teacher and administrator in Bahrain in the Middle East - I have also worked in scouting programme groups in both the USA and UK.
Whilst I have worked with children for a lot of my life, working with the elderly is always been something I have been passionate about. I believe that everybody has a story to tell and our residents life stories all add value to Tennyson Wharf.
Outside of work I enjoy walking, gardening and going to the cinema.
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 Tennyson Wharf Care Home
Head Chef celebrates 10-years service
Head Chef has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 10 years. Dawn, now Head Chef, started at Barchester in 2014 and has worked with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years.
Sarah Noutch, General Manager said: “We’re delighted to be celebrating 10 years of loyal service with Dawn. She has demonstrated her dedication and loyalty to this home and its residents year after year. I speak for all of us here at Tennyson Wharf when I say that I’m looking forward to many more years of working with Dawn!”
Christmas market brings community together
Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Tennyson Wharf to enjoy a wonderful Christmas Market.
There were all kinds of stalls on offer manned by volunteers, friends and family and lots of local stall holders came along to sell their wares too, the local businesses included Wire Creations, Anastasia’s Home Ceramics, Quayside gifts, Indigo Crow and So Vanilla Cupcakes.
A Christmas Carol with the Old Vic
Across our homes we’ve had the most wonderful time celebrating the festive season with a special screening of 2020’s OLD VIC: IN CAMERA – A Christmas Carol.
This beautifully staged production brought the magic of Dickens’ classic tale right into our homes. A huge thank you to The Old Vic theatre for sharing this incredible performance with us. It was a truly wonderful experience.
Festive Floristry Workshop
Staff and residents across our homes were treated to an interactive virtual Christmas-inspired table decorating masterclass, courtesy of talented master florist, Kathryn Delve.
Kathryn is an independent florist based in Somerset, she specialises in creating unique wedding and event flowers. She takes much of her inspiration for her displays from the beautiful scenery that surrounds her home and the changing seasons and colours.
During the workshop, residents were invited to join Kathryn to make beautiful Christmas-themed table decorations.
Visit to Bransby Horse Rescue Centre
We like to give our residents’ varied outings but this trip to Bransby was extra special for our resident Anne.
It had been a little while since she had decide to go on a trip but animals are passion for her, especially horses. Previously whilst studying for a degree, Anne had written and published a thesis on horses.
Birthday celebrations
We love to celebrate our residents, their families and any special occasion. We had cause to do all three when we celebrated Yvonne’s 96th birthday. The event was made even more special by the fact that four generations of her family came to visit.
Other members of Yvonne’s family live in Italy so were touched to see photos of the big day and her blowing out the candles on her cake.
Upcoming events
Respite - Special Offer, 3-for-2
Book a respite stay at Highfield to take advantage of our special Easter 3-for-2 offer! Limited time offer and T&Cs apply.
Dementia Cafe
Join us at our bi-monthly, Dementia Cafe - 2nd Thursday of the month from 2.30 pm.
Coffee Morning - First Thursday of the month
Come along and make new friends, 1st Thursday of the month - all welcome.
Don't Dine Alone - Last Wednesday of the month
Join us for a delicious lunch at our home and enjoy making new friends. Last Wednesday of the month from 12.00 pm.
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....
