Activities at Upton Bay Care Home

Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.

Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.

Enriching life
Watch our video on life enrichment in our homes.

Karen Grant

Activities Lead, Dementia Champion

I first worked in the care sector in 2010, starting in domiciliary care and progressing to Care Coordinator. I have since gained a wealth of experience in dedicated dementia and residential activities, working as a peripatetic activities coordinator in 16 out of 20 homes within a group, and then in 2018, I was part of a team that commissioned a new luxury care home, where I was an Activities Team Leader

Karen is also one of our dementia champions

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 Upton Bay Care Home

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Steve Linn's musical extravaganza

Steve Linn's Hilarious Performance at Upton Bay 

We are delighted to share with you the wonderful experience we had when Steve Linn graced our community once again with his incredible moves and infectious enthusiasm. His recent performance brought laughter, joy, and a renewed sense of camaraderie to all who attended.

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Men's Shed breakfast

Upton Bay had the pleasure of hosting the Men Shed community at our Networking Breakfast. It was a delightful morning filled with camaraderie, connection, and inspiring conversations.

The Men Shed community, known for their dedication to fostering friendship, support, and learning amongst men of all ages, brought a vibrant energy to the event. We were honoured to have them join us and share their stories, experiences, and wisdom.

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Burn's Night

Alain's soup, prepared with great care, received high praise from many attendees who marvelled at its delightful flavours. The cheese and biscuits, as well as the traditional shortbread, were a hit with everyone, perfectly complementing the evening's festivities. These delectable treats were enjoyed alongside glasses of wine and, of course, a wee dram to honour the Scottish tradition.

The atmosphere was further elevated by Simon's captivating piano performance, which captivated the audience and set a joyful tone for the evening. Even I couldn't resist joining in with some singing, adding to the merriment.

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Pantomime time at Dick Whittington

A Fantastic Afternoon Supporting Castle Players and Enjoying Dick Whittington and his Cat Pantomime.

Today, six residents, along with their family members and Activities Karen and Chloe, were driven to Lytchett Matravers Village Hall by our talented bus driver, Mark. Our destination was the eagerly anticipated Pantomime performance of Dick Whittington and his Cat.

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International flower day

Upton Bay Ladies' Flower Arranging Activities on International Flower Day 

On International Flower Day, the women of Upton Bay came together to immerse themselves in the art of flower arranging. Organised by the Upton Bay Activities Team which allowed the ladies to explore their creativity and showcase their skills in working with beautiful blooms.

 

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Staff Christmas Party

The Upton Bay Team's commitment to providing exceptional service, ensuring the happiness of our residents, and maintaining the highest standards has not gone unnoticed. Your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts have contributed significantly to the success and reputation of Upton Bay.

To express our gratitude and celebrate your achievements, we recently organised a well-deserved Christmas party exclusively for the Upton Bay Team. It was a memorable evening filled with laughter, delicious food, and delightful conversations. The party provided an opportunity for us to come together, relax, and enjoy each other's company after a challenging but rewarding year.

Upcoming events

Respite Reunion Cheese and Wine Evening - Tuesday 17th June

Look around our gorgeous home and enjoy some delicious cheeses and wines.  If you have stayed with us before it will be an opportunity to meet up with old friends.

Garden Party with live music from Dual Harmonies - Sat 21st June

Join us for our garden party. Everyone from the local community welcome. Pimm's and live music from Dual Harmonies

Metal Box Reunion Afternoon Tea - Thursday 26th June

We are hosting a get together reunion for anyone who worked for Metal Box. Join us for afternoon tea and meet up with old colleagues and friends.