Activities at Tixover House 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.
Nicola Blevins-Twose
Hello, my name is Nicola (Nic) and I'm the Activities Coordinator here at Tixover House.
My role is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing stimulating and person-centred activities, entertainers and outings. At Tixover House we offer something for everyone, including crafts, games, virtual visits to places of interest around the world, outings in the local area and parties. We also provide one-to-one time and sensory activities with residents who need more support. Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular family and friends meeting we can gain a greater understanding of their loved ones' interests and life prior to joining Tixover House.
I look forward to getting to know you, and your loved ones. 'Living life to the full' is my motto, and whatever your ability there is always something new to learn or try.
We are always open to new ideas. If you would like to get involved in any of our Life Enrichment activities or have a skill, or project you'd like to share with our residents, please click here to contact me direct. New entertainers and community links are always welcome.
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 Tixover House Care Home
Long Service Award
A much cherished Nurse at the Tixover House Care Home in Grantham has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 20 years.
Jo Jepson, a much valued Nurse, started at Barchester in 2004 and has worked in dedication with residents and their relatives to ensure that their needs have been met over the years.
Adele Keenan, Employee Services Director at Barchester said: “I’m always pleased to hear stories about the long service of Barchester staff and am delighted Tina has achieved this milestone. It is dedication like this that ensures our residents are provided with a happy place to live.”
Intergenerational Fun
The magic of children. Our residents were absolutely delighted to receive a special guest in the home.
The grandson of our homes activities coordinator brought so much happiness to our residents from around the home. who enjoyed reading to him and giving and receiving lots of cuddles,
It is always an incredibly emotional experience to see the positive emotions which children bring to our residents.
Barchester’s Big Quiz of the year!
All over the country our care homes and hospitals linked up for Barchester’s Big Quiz of the year!
Residents tested their knowledge with a variety of questions, from historical humdingers and musical musings to pictorial puzzlers and connective conundrums.
Everyone who participated had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.
Family Talent
The Tixover House Care Home was delighted and privileged to share in the musical talent of a residents visiting family.
The talented family were visiting their loved one and wished to perform a musical number, the family were kind enough to share their talent not just with their loved one but also our residents, colleagues and visiting family members.
It was a truly special occasion. made even more special by the shared love of a family for one another.
Meet The Reindeers
Across our homes we got into the Christmas spirit of things by joining a festive live virtual experience, led by Des and Kelly from Performing Pets.
Our residents were thrilled to meet the charming furry friends and get up close and personal with the reindeers. We certainly learnt some interesting facts about the animals and had a fantastic time.
Visiting our Community Heroes
Our Communities Team were out and about, spreading festive cheer and visiting our heroes in the local community.
We visited Sally and the incredible team at Lavender Mill in Oakham.
Lavender Mill offers an incredible day service for members of the community and their families who have been touched by dementia.
It was a pleasure to speak with the members of Lavender Mill and their families as they enjoyed the last day care event before Christmas, featuring the 'Dukes of Rutland' Ukulele Band
On behalf of our residents at Tixover House and our sister home Chater Lodge Care Home we couldn't have been more delighted to send Sally and the team a bag of much deserved festive treats to say thank you for their invaluable work in the community.
Upcoming events
St. George's Day
Join us on Monday 23rd April as we celebrate our patron saint, with live music and party snacks!
Gentleman's Club
Join uson the first Wednesday of the month for our Gentleman's Club.
Ladies Who Lunch
Every Wednesday join the ladies of Tixover House for 'ladies who lunch'
Don't Dine Alone
Don't dine alone and exeperience a warm welcome and enjoy being a part of our community at Tixover House.
Senior Citizens Cinema
Join us from 2pm every Sunday for our free 'Senior Citizens Cinema'
Volunteer Opportunities
Would you like to make a real difference enriching the lives of others? Become a volunteer.
Blue Light Break
Calling all Emergency Service Workers. You are warmly welcomed to enjoy our cafe areas and refreshments.
Free Meeting Room
Are you looking for a meeting room. Look no further. Tixover House can accomadate your meeting needs.
