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
Memorial for Maureen
Residents at The Cedars have put together a montage of photos and a poem in memory of Maureen, who worked in our Housekeeping Team. Maureen had a big impact on residents and colleagues during her time at our home and was always willing to help in every way she could. The photos included in the heart montage portray how much she made other people smile and laugh. She was a very sociable person and didn’t like having her photo taken on her own, only with others. Thank you for being our friend, Maureen.
Making Cupcakes
Residents at The Cedars got together in the dining room to bake and decorate cupcakes, with a little support and guidance from Bobby who works in our Housekeeping Team. Staff from all teams like to get involved in activities from time to time to get to know residents better, and residents enjoy finding out more about staff members. The cakes were decorated with sprinkles and chocolate buttons, and were shared with friends at The Cedars.
Pancake Day
Great fun was had at The Cedars on Shrove Tuesday. Residents took part in a pancake tossing challenge to see who could get their pancake into the air the highest and catch it, with a chocolate prize for the winners.
Pamper Sessions
Residents at The Cedars in Bourne have been enjoying their regular Monday pamper sessions. They love having their nails trimmed, filed and varnished, followed by a relaxing hand massage.
Everyone receives vaccine at The Cedars, Bourne
The Cedars in Bourne is celebrating all of our residents having received their first dose of the Covid-vaccine, giving everyone a sense of protection and optimism. Staff have also received vaccinations including Donna, our Head of Housekeeping, and Simon, from our Maintenance Team. Thank you to the team from the Hereward Practice for visiting us to provide our vaccinations.
Birthday Celebrations
Three residents celebrated birthdays on the same day. The ladies enjoyed the excitement of opening cards & presents, taking a guess on who they are from.
In the afternoon, they all received their own birthday cakes from our Head Chef, blowing out the candles after making a wish. All the team wished them a happy birthday.
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.
