Activities at Archview Lodge 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.
Diane Wood
Hi, my name is Diane and I am Head of Activities here at Archview. I have worked in the homes since 2009.
I strongly believe in creating moments for our residents and embracing their individuality with tailor made activities, whilst remaining person centred and respecting resident’s preferences. Every day I like to ensure the residents on memory lane can enjoy themselves and have a good time whilst forming bonds with each other and the staff around them.
Outside of work, I have a 23 years old son and a wee dog called Hugo and my ambition is to make people smile and be happy.
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 Archview Lodge Care Home
Fit Care Scotland
Coach Feranda delivered a fantastic session this afternoon. Focusing on hand and eye coordination, arm, leg movements and chair exercises. Thank you Feranda from FitCare Scotland. All residents that came along to the exercise class all enjoyed.
Football Fever
An amazing afternoon by all. A big thank you to Katie from Drummond Grange care home for organising a five aside football match. Archview Lodge care home played against Drummond Grange and Strachan care homes. What a great afternoon all that took part played well. John and Mary our residents here at Archview enjoyed there afternoon. Thank you to all Staff and family members who turned out to support us in the rain. It certainly didn’t dampen our spirts. Big shout out to our team Archview you all done amazing. Well done to Strachan House for winning the cup.
Baynes
A big thank you to Liz Allan and staff from Baynes the bakers in Bonnyrigg for donating yummy cream cakes, pies, sausage rolls and loads of other goodies. All residents enjoyed. Big thank you to Tom Halliday for collecting all the yummy goodies. All residents here in Archview Lodge would like to say a big thank you. Much appreciated.
Mayfair of Nightingales
Residents across our services had a fantastic time joining Mandy Morrow for a virtual walking tour to learn about the ‘Herstory’ of Mayfair. The Mayfair of Nightingales may be long gone but it still holds a 20th century charm. Birthplace to the late Queen Elizabeth II, home to one of WWII's most decorated female war heroes and a tale of a wealthy Aristocrat and one of France's favourite designers.
We were delighted to take a walk down memory lane and discover stories from one of London's most iconic areas. The experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Barchester Care Awards 2023 - Divisional Winner!
We are delighted to announce that 2 or our wonderful staff have been recognised for their wonderful work at the Barchester care awards. Patsy Munro from Memory lane is the Divisional winner for the care practioner of the year category she is an inspirational member of the team and we are delighted for her she will now be entered into the national completion which is announced in October well done Patsy.
Scott Runciman our second chef is a divisional finalist for chef of the year. Scott is going to his ‘cook of semi final’ next week. This involves him cooking a 3 course meal for a panel of judges, a testing feat but one he is more than able for we are sending him down with lots of positivity and of course his Scottish hospitality which shines through his cooking.
We are so proud of you both and delighted by this accomplishment. Well done guys.
Happy 79th Birthday Norma!
Happy 79th birthday Norma. Norma celebrated her 79th birthday with her sister, brother in law, niece and other family members. Norma then celebrated her birthday in the dining room with her family residents and staff. They all sang happy birthday to Norma.
Upcoming events
May
May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of fun filled activities planned - all welcome.
Newsletter - Spring edition
We are delighted to share our latest newsletter - Spring edition. We hope you enjoy reading!
Calling all Emergency Services!
Calling all emergency services personnel! Come and take your break with us and enjoy a slice of cake and a warm welcome.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
Do you have any spare time? Could you make a difference to someone's day to day life? If you are interested in Volunteering, we'd love to hear from you.
