Activities at Ashlar House 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.
Rita Green
As the Community Engagement Lead and Lifestyle Coordinator, I will be spending time with each resident and their loved ones to build a detailed picture of each individual, so that each person’s stay with us is as meaningful as possible. Although I have been working within this field for many years, thanks to the uniqueness of each resident, I am always enjoying new experiences in my role. My goal is to create an activities programme that caters to the capabilities of residents, including, but not limited to, individual and group activity.
I've spent the past few years forging strong relationships within the community and developing a pool of talented individuals that can support our in-house team to bring out the best in those we care for.
As we never stop growing and changing, it is important that we maintain an up-to-date Getting To Know Me booklet. With your help, the activities scheduled for your loved ones will be as relevant and enjoyable as possible.
I’m very much looking forward to working with all of you.
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 Ashlar House Care Home
Bingo Bash!
Enter the Visual Picture Bingo Bash, a specially designed version of bingo that incorporates enhanced visuals, adaptive designs, and thoughtful features to support inclusivity.
How the Game Works
The game follows the traditional rules of bingo but replaces numbers with vivid, recognisable images that are easy to match. This adaptation makes it suitable for players with memory challenges, developmental delays, or visual impairments, fostering engagement while stimulating cognitive skills.
Spreading warmth and love for International Hug Day!
Every year, January 21st marks International Hug Day, a day dedicated to the simple, yet profound, act of hugging.
This year, Ashlar House embraced the occasion, turning it into an opportunity to spread warmth, love, and a sense of connection amongst residents, staff, and visitors.
Bookswap
The Birth of the Book Swap Club begins at Ashlar House.
The idea for the book swap club came from staff members who noticed many residents reminiscing about books they had read in their younger years.
Recognising the therapeutic and social value of storytelling, we decided to set up a quiet area where residents could share their favourite reads, exchange books, and bond over their mutual love of literature.
Knit and Natter Group
We are delighted to announce that Ashlar House has started a Knitting Group as part of our activities program! The group has already sparked joy amongst our residents, offering a wonderful opportunity to engage in a creative and calming activity while socialising with friends and families.
For some of our residents, a little help was needed to get started, but with the support of Janet & Stella, everyone was able to participate in their own way. Whether it’s knitting scarves, blankets, or simply enjoying the process, the group is designed to cater to all abilities.
The Knitting Group is not just about creating beautiful items—it’s about building connections, sharing stories, and providing a sense of achievement.
Finished projects will be displayed proudly within the home or shared with local charities, bringing even more purpose to this activity.
We welcome any donations of yarn, knitting needles, or completed projects for inspiration. If you’re interested in volunteering or contributing, please get in touch with us.
We can’t wait to see what our talented residents create!
Meet the Alpacas
We had a fantastic time with the team from ‘J and J Alpacas’, a family-run alpaca farm based in Dry Doddington.
Our residents were thrilled to virtually meet the charming furry friends and enjoyed getting up close and personal with the alpacas.
To make the virtual event extra special, we added a sensory element: our residents had the chance to feel fur, giving them the sensation of stroking the animals.
We also discovered some fascinating facts about these amazing animals and shared plenty of laughs along the way.
RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
The topic for January is the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch.
Ahead of time, residents this afternoon saw a selection of birds and understood the importance of their habitat for those taking part to paint.
Colours have a huge impact when painting. You can see from the images taken and the fulfilment it brings to an individual and in a group setting.
