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
Craft Day with Oundle School
The students from Oundle School joined us for a fantastic afternoon of crafts. It was festive themed and everybody had the opportunity to make Christmas Wreaths. The students proudly took these home to their families to enjoy. The residents love to spend time with the students and a fun afternoon was had by all.
Afternoon Tea
The ladies at Tixover House found an occasion to get out their lovely hats while enjoying a tasty afternoon tea. Fun and laughter was had by all and everybody agreed that it would be a regular event at the home!
Halloween!
A great time was had by all at our Halloween party. Residents and staff all dressed up in keeping with the event and the home was decorated to represent the spooky time of year!! The Children from Oundle School visited to enjoy a variety of games with the residents as well as some tasty Halloween snacks!!
Trip to Oakham Castle
Our residents enjoyed their trip out to Oakham Castle. They went to see the ceramic poppies that they had previously made during an activity day alongside Age UK. The residents love to take part in trips out in the mini bus and we make sure that everybody gets a chance to go somewhere fun at least twice per week.
Food Bank Donation
Residents, loved ones, friends and staff members at Tixover House care home celebrated the Harvest Festival by donating a food hamper to a local food bank.
The occasion was also marked with a visit from the local vicars, singing of hymns and light refreshments which really helped everyone at the home get into the spirit of the festival. Food donations brought in by visitors were gifted to Stamford Food Bank which were very well-received.
Harvest Festival
We were joined by a vicar during our Harvest Festival, who blessed food that was donated, which will soon be donated to our local food bank.
Upcoming events
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.
