Activities at Westergate 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.
Lee Austin
My name is Lee and I am the Head of Lifestyle here at Westergate House.
I support our residents daily to do the things they enjoy and it is extremely important to me that we are offering a premium and person centred service to each resident. I support our residents on a daily basis by providing meaningful and quality activities either in groups or on a 1:1 basis, to help encourage and build confidence while creating an enjoyable environment for everyone. Westergate House is the home of our residents, we as staff are working in it, so it is extremely important to me that we are respectful of that, while offering a premium and person centred service to each and every resident.
I am a trained actor and professional vocalist and not shy in making a fool of myself. If I do that every day to put a smile on our residents faces then I’m happy I have played my part, along with the rest of the amazing team, to brightening their day. If you hear someone singing along the corridor or see them dancing in the lounges, it will probably be me.
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 Westergate House Care Home
Our Amazing Staff
Congratulations to staff members, Chloe Holmes and Ellie Harris. Chloe has recently completed her NVQ Level 2 and is starting her Level 3; Ellie is our Employee of the Month for June - she is a lovely girl and is always so willing and helpful.
Magda's 101st Birthday
Magda enjoys Formula One in particular following Seb Vettel, Nico Rosberg and enjoyed watching Michael Schumacher when he was racing. The staff threw Magda a Formula one themed day wearing Formula one shirts and caps, which included all the residents helping to colour Michael Schumacher pictures and formula one cars. We had entertainment with Mitchell Armstrong, and to follow Cake and Champagne!
Magda enjoyed her day and thanked the staff for making the day so special. Tracey White, Deputy Manager, said it was a fantastic afternoon, that was enjoyed by all.
Birdworld
We all enjoyed a fantastic trip to Birdworld. 9 residents came on the trip that was organised in our last resident meeting. It was a hot day and we brought our own picnic, setting off early in the morning. We had a great laugh in the two minibuses on the way up and, from then on, it was an amazing experience - a great day full of laughter and good memories.
Decoupage
Residents enjoyed a morning of decoupage; they chose their favourite patterns and stuck them to coat hangers. They really enjoyed getting messy and creative. Their designs will be varnished and displayed in their rooms.
Employees of the Month
Head of Maintenance, Chris Cannon, and Finance Administrator, Joan English, are our Employees of the Month for April and May.
Chris was nominated because he always goes the extra mile and he does it with a smile on his face; he works tirelessly for the home.
Joan is a great ambassador for Westergate House and is always on hand to help residents, loved ones and staff members.
Chris and Joan are deserving winners of this award.
Enjoying the Sun!
We had an afternoon of singing, dancing and playing ball games on the patio. These activities were enjoyed by all who attended; everyone had a great laugh in the gorgeous, sunny weather.
