Activities at Washington Grange Care Home
Our group and individual activities are designed to mentally and physically stimulate those we care for. We try to organise a mix of activities and events that reflect the interests and capabilities of residents for anyone and everyone to participate in. Our evenings of afternoon entertainment is enjoyed by residents and their families, who are all encouraged to sing along and dance. We try to involve our local community; members of the clergy often visit to hold lovely afternoon church services for residents. It is essential that our team are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those we support through person-centred activities, and that everyone has a fun and active time here at Washington Grange.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Washington Grange Care Home
Little Movers
Residents enjoy storytelling and play with visiting children from local nurseries and we were delighted to welcome back our friends from, Little Movers. It was an actioned packed morning of laughter, fun and games! Residents and colleagues join in with singing songs, playing games, having a cup of tea and most importantly have cuddles with the small children and these popular visits bring smiles to everyone and brings residents together in the lounge.
A trip to Shields for fish and chips
Residents of Washington Grange recently enjoyed a trip out to South Shields for a spot of lunch – fish and chips! We were only too oblige and residents thoroughly enjoyed their sumptuous fish and chip lunch. Yum! A resident remarked, this is ‘one of their favourite trips out’ and they can’t wait to do it again!
Dogs Trust
Residents across our homes had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Jennifer and Emily from Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity. Jennifer and Emily took us on a journey to discover the rich history of Dogs Trust and their facilities.
Using captivating video and photo footage, our residents were able to explore rehoming centres and learn more about the highest level of welfare offered there. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our dog lovers.
RAF Hendon
Across our services we had a lovely time joining Rhiannon Watkinson from the RAF Museum London for an interactive talk exploring the exciting and innovative aviation history of Hendon.
Our residents were able to learn about the first flights from the fields at Hendon, the creation of the London Aerodrome and Battle of Britain pilots who flew from RAF Hendon.
The talk also included photographic and film material from the Museum’s archive. Residents across our homes had a fantastic time and we truly enjoyed the virtual experience.
Pets at the Palaces
Residents across our services had a delightful time during a special virtual sensory storytelling event, led by Art Historian Jon Sleigh from the Historic Royal Palaces.
Jon took us on a journey to discover some of the more unusual and unexpected inhabitants of the palaces and the Tower of London, sharing fascinating stories about the pets at the palaces.
Whilst enjoying the virtual experience, our residents were treated to hot beverages, delicious biscuits, berries and cakes. It was a truly lovely time for all.
Birthday celebrations
Resident, Agnes recently celebrated her birthday in style surrounded by staff and friends in the home. Agnes had a wonderful day. Agnes was over the moon with the gifts she received and was delighted to blow out the candles on her cake.
Paula Joicey, General Manager said: “It was a lovely afternoon which was enjoyed by everyone and it was nice that Agnes could share her day with all the other residents and the staff made sure her birthday celebrations were spectacular!”
