Activities at White Lodge Care Home
Our Activities Coordinators here at White Lodge enjoy the fulfillment of helping residents feel important and a part of something. Meaningful moments are created through laughter and comfort. A varied activities programme is offered for the betterment of residents' bodies and minds, including music for health, 'Oomph' sessions and chair Zumba, in addition to coffee and cake groups that all inevitably lead to giggles and old fashioned singalongs. Also, we organise parties, trips out, walks in the country, bus outings and wonderful entertainers to visit our home. A sneaky tipple is always welcomed with cheese and crackers and, at the end of the day, it is important to go home knowing our activities have made a difference.
Shayla Sharmeen
Hi my name is Shayla and I'm the activities coordinator here at White Lodge.
Prior to taking the position, I joined White Lodge as care assistant in 2022 and loved every minute of my role. My passion is very much in supporting the day to day lives of the people we care for, it is important to me that our weekly calendar offers rich experiences with music from live entertainers, as well as arts and crafts tailored to individual abilities.
Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular family and friends’ meetings we can gain a greater understanding of their loved ones' interests and life prior to joining White Lodge that will make for an enriched activities program to be developed, one that keeps them at the heart of the local community. I look forward to getting to know you, and your loved ones.
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.
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 White Lodge Care Home
Classic Cars and Memories
The residents of White Lodge went out in a minibus trip to the The Classic Motor Hub, based at the historic site of RAF Bibury in the heart of the Cotswolds. It was absolutely magical to look around all the different classic car collections. One of the residents G.W found his red car on the showroom!
RWB Dementia Choir Magic
The residents and families at White Lodge had a wonderful afternoon where they had Dementia Musical Moments with Wiltshire Hope and Harmony - RWB Dementia Choir.
The choir lead Lisa and volunteers did an amazing job by engaging with the residents throughout the session using different props and instruments. The activity coordinator Shayla volunteered to be the white (or pink) horse riding from the song ''she will be coming round the mountain'' that absolutely bring laughter and joy.
The residents would like to thank the Wiltshire Hope and Harmony - RWB Dementia Choir for making our day special and they are looking forward to your next visit.
Stay Cool with Fresh Ice's
The residents at White Lodge enjoyed themselves as they were able to make the most of the sunshine, taking in the bright blue sky and enjoying a breath of fresh air in the garden. The warmth of the sunshine was enjoyed by everyone and played ''Royal Family'' quiz in the sunshine followed by ice lollies to help keep them hydrated and cool!
Bird Nerd & the Red List Performance
The residents at White Lodge went on a minibus trip to Purton Village Hall to attend an event organised by Celebrating Age Wiltshire. Bird Nerd & the Red List is an exiting new dance theatre performance piece, focusing on popular UK birds on the endangered species 'red list'.
The journey was embodied with four different birds- Lark, Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Swift and Nightingale through dance, music, sound and spoken word.
National Tea Day with Pianist
The residents at White Lodge celebrated national tea day with a selection of Clipper Tea's such as peppermint, ginger and lemon, camomile, decaf, earl grey and green tea.
With local pianist; Steven Carl Fixter playing piano throughout, he made our café lounge afternoon get together absolutely magical!
Love to Move Session
At White Lodge, the residents like to be active by participating in gentle exercise. We have our fitness trainer Anna Maria from Love to Move British Gymnastics Foundation visiting us this morning for fitness session with the residents.
We love opening our home up and hosting events that friends and family can join us for. Shared experiences are the best experiences and we ensure that our residents remain connected with their loved ones whilst they live with us.
These 'Love to Move' sessions will be a regular event open to local older people. To know more about life at White lodge and to receive our weekly activities calendar please call Shayla on 01666 860 381.
Upcoming events
Love to Move - Senior Fitness Day
Join us on 18th June from 11.30pm for a session with Corrine from Wiltshire & Swindon Sport as she provides us with a fun Senior Health & Fitness workout.
Royal Ascot Ladies Day - All Welcome!
Get your glad rags on and join us for all the fun of the races on Royal Ascot - Ladies Day, we'll be studying the form and placing our imaginary bets, prizes for the best hat!
Open Day - Exciting Changes Revealed
Join us on 28th June from 10am to take a tour of our newly refurbished communities. We have been undergoing exciting changes and can't wait for you to see them!
Fabulous 50's Summer Fete
Shake, Rattle & Roll to White Lodge for a 1950s celebration at our annual summer fete on 5th July 2-4pm. Classic Cars, Buffet, Games and Live Music!
Celebrating Age Wiltshire - Summer Concert
Join us on 25th July from 10.30am to be entertained by the amazing singer 'Frankie' courtesy of Celebrating Age Wiltshire!
Newsletter - Spring to Summer Edition
We're happy to share our latest newsletter, please download to enjoy!
Enjoy a meal on us - Don't Dine Alone
Don't dine alone we're welcoming older people to join us during the week; Monday to Friday for some friendly conversation and a delicious meal - Booking is essential.
