Activities at Tennyson Wharf Care Home
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.
Donna Jones
Donna joined the Tennyson Wharf Family in April 2023.
As an Activities Coordinator, Donna helps to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active to keep residents engage. The team take time to ensure they all know each residents' interests so that the team can deliver a person-centered program of events and activities.
Donna has a passion for helping others and is settling into her new role great!
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 Tennyson Wharf Care Home
Christmas Tree Decorating
Our lovely residents at Tennyson Wharf very much enjoying decorating their Christmas trees, and getting into the festive spirit!
Weird and Wonderful Creatures
Residents, family, friends and staff very much enjoyed a visit from Zoolab – who brought in insects and animals that were both weird and wonderful. We think the faces depicted in these photos tell their own story!!
Celebrating 100 years of the RAF
Tennyson Wharf celebrated 100 years of the RAF in grand style. Centre of attention was a painting of the legendary ‘Lancaster’ donated by family members in memory of their father Peter who lived with us, and as a thank you for looking after him so lovingly . Peter flew in the war and attended Bomber Command recently to reminisce. Senior Carer Louise baked us a lovely cake and residents sang golden oldies with Jesse, a 1940s singer, which left them with a smile on their faces.
Proud Father
Alan avails himself regularly of respite care here at Tennyson Wharf, and has done so for a number of years. Alan also enjoys our day care facilities every Wednesday without fail, taking part in all sorts of wonderful activities – particularly our Wednesday Gentlemen’s Club!
Alan was over-joyed recently when he was not only able to walk his beautiful daughter down the aisle, but emotionally shared a dance with the lovely bride. The family never imagined that would be possible, following a stroke a few years ago which, left Alan partially immobile. Needless to say, there was not a dry eye in the house – and father and daughter were on top of the world!
Following the lovely wedding, Alan had such a wonderful time interacting with his great great granddaughter.
A beautiful and emotional day was had by all!
Gainsborough Old Hall
Some residents enjoyed a trip to Gainsborough Old Hall, a well-preserved medieval manor house. Famous visitors, aside from our residents, include Richard III, Henry VIII, John Wesley and the Mayflower Pilgrim!
They had a wonderful day, which they couldn’t wait to share with their families and friends upon their return to Tennyson Wharf!
Home Administration Champion
Congratulations to Dawn Sheldon, who was named as the national Home Administration Champion at the 2018 Barchester Care Awards finals on 11th October.
This award celebrates the outstanding commitment of our administrative staff, who provide a high level of support to families, residents and families.
Well done, Dawn!
Upcoming events
May
May is the gateway to Summer and we have lots of fun things planned - all welcome.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Tennyson Wharf can offer you.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
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....
Coffee Morning - First Thursday of the month
Come along and make new friends, 1st Thursday of the month - all welcome.
