Activities at The Cedars Bourne 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.
Helen Hudson
Hello. I’m Helen, the Activities Coordinator at The Cedars. I joined the team in 2021 and I have lots of skills that I can use to create an interesting and varied programme of activities, events and celebrations for residents to enjoy. I am a qualified holistic therapist and offer an holistic approach to activities in the home, I love creating new activities that our residents enjoy, taking residents out on day trips and promoting wellbeing through lots of different activities. When I am not at work I love playing my clarinet, crocheting and art - I use all of these in my role.
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 The Cedars Bourne Care Home
Enjoying dinner time
Dinner time at The Cedars is always a sociable part of the day. Jo and Anne love to catch up with friends over a delicious home-cooked meal, and have a laugh and a joke with our Chef and dining hosts.
Happy Birthday, Charles!
Charles was delighted to welcome one of the first indoor visitors at The Cedars since the visiting guidance changed. He was over the moon with a visit from a family member who came to wish him a happy birthday and brought a lovely basket full of Charles's favourite treats and cards from family and friends. This visit really did make his day.
A gift from Archie
Eight-year-old Archie from Bourne Abbey School delivered some delicious treats for residents at The Cedars in a random act of kindness. He knows of our home as his Great-grandmother used to live here. The Cedars' residents had a lovely time reading his letter and enjoying all his tasty cakes and biscuits. Thank you so much, Archie!
Peggy has a special visit from her great-niece
Peggy had an emotional and very welcome indoor visit from her great-niece Claire. They both shed tears of joy at seeing each other and holding hands again after so long. Peggy loves chatting to staff at The Cedars, including the Chef whose home cooking she loves, and being able to catch up on family news with Claire was really special for Peggy.
Welcome back to indoor visits
We are delighted to welcome designated family members back to The Cedars for indoor visits. Our first much-anticipated bedroom visit was an emotional and heartwarming occasion as it was Mother's Day when Sue visited her Mum, Doris, in her own room. Sue brought flowers and a teddy for Doris, and said afterwards, "I can't believe this is the first time I have held Mum's hand for a year. I am grateful to the staff for arranging my visit." The Cedars is following strict protocols including Lateral Flow Tests for all indoor visitors and providing PPE to ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents, staff and visitors.
Mothering Sunday
At The Cedars in Bourne we spent the whole weekend pampering our lady residents for Mother’s Day. They have had their nails painted, their hair done and enjoyed plenty of chocolates. On Mothering Sunday they each received some daffodils from us as well as gifts, cards and visits from loved ones. Anne liked arranging her flowers and Peggy was over the moon with the handmade cards she received from her twin great-grandchildren.
Upcoming events
May
May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of fun filled activities planned - all welcome.
Newsletter
We are delighted to share our latest newsletter and hope you enjoy reading.
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.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Cedars Bourne can offer you.
Coffee Morning
Come and enjoy a morning of good company, refreshments and a slice of home made cake.
Professionals Break room - weekly
We extend a warm invitation to professionals in our local community to join us each week and take a break on us.
Retired Nurses Club - 3rd Friday of the month
Once a nurse, always a nurse - join us for our monthly Retired Nurses Club - all welcome.
