Activities at Westvale 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.
Joanne Sherwood
Hi, I'm Joanne and I'm the Activities Co-ordinator at Westvale House! I joined the team in December 2023 and absolutely love my role. Getting to spend time with our residents every day and getting to know each of them more and more, is such a privilege.
I get to create and tailor our activities to the preferences of each individual resident, making sure they're all doing things they'll absolutely love, and that brings me and the rest of the team so much joy. Making each of their days special is what I believe my job is all about.
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 Westvale House Care Home
Local girl delivers handwritten cards for Residents
Local school girl, Isadora has continued to support Westvale House by handwriting over 50 Christmas cards for each of the homes residents as she spreads a little festive cheer with the home. We were able to pass Isadora a Christmas gift from Westvale presented by Resident, Vera Rudd during the homes National Elf Day celebrations.
World Kindness Day
Residents at Westvale House have created beautiful hand-made thank you cards for Warrington Food Larder who very kindly donated beautiful flowers to the home. The Residents also made cards for their community friends at Jack and Jill’s nursery and to St Philips Church and School. The Residents have been overwhelmed so many wonderful gifts, cards, letters and pictures from their local community.
Children in Need
The staff at Westvale dressed up for Children In Need and enjoyed our Virtual Duck Race! Resident Mari Cole won first place with Quack man & Bobbin, 2nd Place went to Coral our Deputy manager with Quack man & Cheese and 3rd place went to our Chef Maureen with Peaky Blinders!
We raised a grand total of £60.00!
Remembrance
Residents at Westvale House enjoyed taking part in Remembrance Day crafts, by drawing around their hands and making handprints before colouring. Residents joined in with the rest of the UK in the 2 minutes silence, which was very emotional for them.
Sheila, a Resident who was in the Wrens said, “it is a very emotional day for her”. Residents were also pleased to be given a handmade crocheted Poppies for each to wear from a past family member, Vanessa. The home would like to thank Vanessa for the kind gesture.
Spooktacular Treats
We didn't miss a Trick this Halloween! Westvale has engaged the community by hosting a photographic competition asking people to send in their costume photos taken at our display. We created an outdoor Halloween display for Pumpkin Spotters passing by the home on foot with lots of sweet treats for all to enjoy
Oktoberfest fun at Westvale
Residents and staff at Westvale got their boarding passes and passports at the ready, as they set off on an adventure to Germany to celebrate Germany’s Octoberfest! The Octoberfest is a popular event in Germany. It is the world’s largest beer festival celebration and draws over six million visitors over 3 weeks!
Residents at Westvale enjoyed a German quiz, German music, dancing, Beer tasting, German food tasting and even joined in, in a Yodelling competition!
Upcoming events
Could you be a Volunteer?
Your time could make a real difference - if you would like more information on Volunteering here at Westvale House we'd love to hear from you.
Community Coffee Morning
Our bi-weekly Community Coffee Morning at Westvale House is a great opportunity to meet people and enjoy a coffee and some treats. Why not pop along and see our lovely home?
Don't Dine Alone - last Friday of each month
We know meal times can be lonely for some older people, so we extend a warm invitation for you to enjoy some company and a nutritious meal. Please call 01925 571266 to book.
Calling all Emergency Services
Come and take a break with us - we offer a warm drink any time you need it! Pop in on your break...
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Looking for a place to host a meeting? We have space and extend an invitation for you to get in touch and see what we have to offer.
