Activities at Appletree Grange Care Home
Our Activities Coordinator is constantly arranging new activities to stimulate and catch the imagination of our residents. From visiting entertainers to a regular craft table to outings on the minibus, there is always something for our residents to keep them entertained. Our Activities Coordinator also takes the time to sit with each resident and go through a life history so they get to know what the likes and dislikes of each individual are and can tailor the activities to suit them. A monthly residents meeting is held to get the views of the residents and to get suggestions from them and their families about what they would like to do and everything that can be done to accommodate their requests is done.
Christina Curtis
Hi, my name is Christina and I am the activities coordinator here at Appletree Grange. I joined both Barchester and the home in July 2024. We all know that keeping active is important. We have created a wonderful culture within the home and we will work together to give residents the best possible experience.
We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active. We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centered program of events and activities. Essential to our homely feel is the strong relationships of trust we build with residents and their families and friends
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 Appletree Grange Care Home
Local pupils spread a little festive cheer
Residents of Appletree Grange enjoyed an afternoon of fun and laughter when the children from Portobello Primary School paid a special visit as part of the homes Christmas festivities.
The children sung Christmas songs to everyone's delight and there were lots of smiley faces all around. Ho, Ho, Ho!
Thank you for visiting and Merry Christmas from everyone at Appletree Grange!
Festive cheer is in full swing!
Festive cheer is in full swing at Appletree Grange! Our lovely residents have been pampered with festive elf nail art, getting creative with decoration-making and sorting through thoughtful donations of gifts and cards.
It has been a day filled with joy, laughter, and holiday spirit! Residents have also enjoyed reminiscing of how they have celebrated and their Christmas traditions over the years.
Staff elf themselves to raise monies for Alzheimers'
Staff at Appletree Grange Care Home in Birtley swapped their uniforms for costumes on National Elf Day (Wednesday December 4) in an effort to raise funds to help people living with dementia.
Launched by the Alzheimer’s Society and delivered direct from the North Pole, Elf Day was created to sprinkle some festive cheer on fundraising towards finding a cure for dementia. From stripy socks to head-to-toe elf outfits, anything goes – there’s snow better way to raise money to help beat dementia.
A Christmas Carol
Across our homes we’ve had the most wonderful time celebrating the festive season with a special screening of 2020’s OLD VIC: IN CAMERA – A Christmas Carol.
This beautifully staged production brought the magic of Dickens’ classic tale right into our homes.
A huge thank you to The Old Vic theatre for sharing this incredible performance with us. It was a truly wonderful experience.
Holly & the Ivy
Staff and residents across our homes were treated to an interactive virtual Christmas-inspired table decorating masterclass, courtesy of talented master florist, Kathryn Delve.
Kathryn is an independent florist based in Somerset, she specialises in creating unique wedding and event flowers. She takes much of her inspiration for her displays from the beautiful scenery that surrounds her home and the changing seasons and colours.
During the workshop, residents were invited to join Kathryn to make beautiful Christmas-themed table decorations.
Appletree celebrates 'Movember'
In recognition of Movember, an annual campaign promoting awareness of men’s mental health issues, Appletree Grange has supported their male residents and staff. Appletree Grange recently distributed thoughtfully created goody bags, emphasising the importance of mental well-being and physical health for men.
The goody bags were packed with items designed to inspire self-care, relaxation and positive mental health for men, including a motivational stress ball, healthy snacks, a journal and pen for self-reflection.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us as we step into the festive spirit - Merry Christmas!
Could you be a Volunteer?
Do you have any spare time? Could your time make a difference? For more information on Volunteering, please pop in or give us a call.
Calling all Emergency Services!
Calling all members of the emergency personnel, come and take a break with us! there will be a warm welcome and maybe a cake or two.....
