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
A Special Birthday
Resident, Phyllis, celebrated her 102nd birthday recently at Appletree Grange.
Phyllis was presented with a bouquet of flowers from General Manager, Liz Brown, from all the residents and staff members. Family, friends and residents all enjoyed a party to celebrate with Phyllis and Elvis himself even came along himself to entertain everyone.
Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Appletree Grange staff and residents attended the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk on Saturday 7th October. They thoroughly enjoyed their day out and were fortunate enough to meet celebrity John Middleton who played Vicar, Ashley Thomas, on Emmerdale who was diagnosed with the disease in the soap.
Staff and Residents all commented that they can’t wait for the next event and Manager Liz Brown said ‘It is fantastic that an event like this had so many people attend, this goes a long way to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and also to raise money for a fantastic cause
Birthday Celebrations
Appletree Grange would like to wish our Head of Maintenance a very Happy 65th Birthday! David is a very valuable member of the Appletree team and is loved by all staff and residents. Charlie Gregg, our Technical Facilities Manager, and Liz Brown, our General Manager, presented David with his card and a much-appreciated bottle of whisky! Happy birthday, David, and here’s to many more!
Care Home Open Day
To celebrate Care Home Open Day, we had a tombola and Elvis came to entertain us. Residents, staff members and guests were also treated to a buffet.
Halloween Party
Appletree Grange enjoyed a Halloween party with staff and residents dressing up and enjoying entertainment from Marge and Tom. The entire home had a great time and really got into the ‘spirit’ of things.
Pyjama Day
Staff held a pyjama day to raise money for the residents fund. Residents thoroughly enjoyed themselves and found it all great fun. General Manager, Liz Brown, said: "The residents have asked me when the next pyjama day will be as they would like to join in."
Upcoming events
November
As the leaves begin to fall we are looking forward to a fun filled month ahead. All welcome.
Blue Light Breakfast - throughout November
If you are a member of the Emergency Services personnel or a Community District Nurse, pop in each Monday throughout November and enjoy breakfast on us! 08.30 - 10.30 am.
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.....
