Activities at Alice Grange Care Home
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.
Penny Allen
Hi, my name is Penny and I am the Lead Activities Coordinator here at Alice Grange.
I have many years of experience working in care homes in Activities, leisure and lifestyle roles.
I love being part of the Alice Grange team and supporting our residents to live their best lives with fun, interesting, and varied activities available every week. I always feel that the residents' input into our weekly planner is important as it gives all residents equal opportunity to explore new interests as well as keeping up with previous passions and hobbies.
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 Alice Grange Care Home
Bunny Therapy
Alice Grange was hopping with joy as a fluffle (yes that really is the word for a group) of bunnies visited our home!
We were pleased to welcome back our friends from Performing Pets who proved again why they are one of the country's leading animal therapy organisations.
These adorable bunnies provided amusement for residents and staff alike, their calm nature allowing for some wonderful relaxing moments.
Animal therapy is a cornerstone of our activities programme and this adorable session was thoroughly enjoyed. Performing Pets are always welcome at Alice Grange and our partnership with them has been very successful.
Furry And Feathered Friends Visit
An amazing time was had by residents and staff when the fantastic team from Performing Pets visited on Monday.
The leading animal therapy organisation brought puppies and budgies to brighten up the day of everyone at Alice Grange! All the residents were overjoyed to see these tiny creatures and couldn't wait to get to hold them.
Animal therapy is a cornerstone of our activities and well-being programme and we are proud to work with Performing Pets and our other therapy partners.
Performing Pets will be visiting again next week with a different set of animals and we cannot wait to see the joy they bring again.
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas!
Each of our communities has started decorating a Christmas tree as part of our in-house competition. Some have gone for a traditional approach, whilst others have gone for a strictly coordinated look.
Which do you think is looking the best so far
The Christmas calendar is planned, the food has been ordered, presents are being wrapped, the trees are up and the music is playing.
As we countdown to the big day we are enjoying the festive spirit in the home (along with plenty of festive chocolates) and writing our wish lists!
Rock 'N' Roll Christmas
Residents and staff were rocking and rolling along with The King when Elvis visited Alice Grange!
He sang all of our favourites and gave a fantastic performance as always. Elvis is a huge fan favourite here at Alice Grange and we love the energy he brings with him.
Keeping Fit
The brilliant Darren Barnes has been helping to keep us fit, healthy and limber with his fantastic chair exercise sessions. Darren ensures all his sessions are full of laughter.
Whilst the sessions are great for individual health, we are pretty sure the ladies are attending because of how Darren looks in his shorts!
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Well the weather definitely cooperated for our Macmillan Coffee Morning, which meant we had a great time in the garden enjoying some beautifully homemade cakes.
The final total raised is still being counted, but we had a great morning and everything goes to a fantastic cause.
Upcoming events
Our Monthly Pudding Club
On the last Tuesday of each month we host our themed pudding club, providing a variety of delicious home made bakes and treat for everyone. Come along for free to see more.
Elf Day 2024
We celebrate Elf Day on Wednesday 4th December. Come in dressed up as an elf and join in the fun with staff and residents at Alice Grange
Santa's Coming to Town
On Saturday 7th December the big man himself will be at Alice Grange as we open up our Christmas Santa's Grotto.
Christmas Jumper Day
Get your Christmas jumpers out and ready for Thursday 12th December as we all dress up for the day at work.
Christmas Pudding Club
Join us on Tuesday 17th December from 3pm for a special festive themed Pudding Club to finish the year off in style.
Christmas Party
Join us on Monday 23rd December as we get fully into the spirt of Christmas with a big Christmas Party in the home. Everyone's invited!
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
Cheese and Wine Party
Join us for a New Years Eve Cheese and Wine and Jazz party on Tuesday 31st December from 2pm as we get ready to see in 2025
