Activities at Balclutha Court Care Home
At Balclutha Court our resident’s happiness is extremely important to us. We all know that a large part of this is keeping active and continuing to enjoy your interests and hobbies. At Balclutha Court, we have regular activities including arts and crafts, music, entertainment, trips to local attractions such as canal trips, safari parks and many more. Our activities team are always busy organising events, entertainment and excursions with the broadest possible appeal and many of our residents see living at Balclutha Court as an opportunity to develop a new skill or interest. It is important to us that each individual who we support can get as much from these as possible, so we try our best to arrange activities that reflect their interests and capabilities as best as possible, and encourage them to participate in any way they can. We also encourage relatives to join with activities and events as often as they can.
Karen Dillon
Karen Dillon is our Head of Activities and has worked within the home since 2005, starting out as a Carer. Karen is very outgoing and full of fun. She has many hobbies, with arts & crafts being her favourite, and her passion for this can be seen in our life enrichment programme.
Karen is supported by Kay Millar and Anita Marsh, between them they ensure that residents are happy and have loads of fun.
They are very keen to involve the residents in the decision making within the home to enhance their experience. They take part in the residents' meetings, catering forums and assist the General Manager in interviewing new staff members.
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 Balclutha Court Care Home
Eyes Down
Residents enjoyed an outing to a local Mecca Bingo. It was a fun night and residents can't wait to return.
Tea Dance
We joined the 'Your Voice Tea Dance' at Port Glasgow Town Hall. Residents had a lovely time and indulged in plenty of tea, sandwiches and cakes.
Royal Garden Party
General Manager, Alison Dickson, attended the Royal Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 4th July this year. Alison was nominated for an invitation by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant in recognition of her many years' service to care and the community.
Alison has been the General Manager now for 18 years at Balclutha, but actually started her employment as a Staff Nurse when the home first opened 27 years ago! Alison and her husband, David, had a wonderful day at the garden party, which was attended by Her Majesty, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward and Nicola Sturgeon, amongst others.
Employee of the Month - July
Congratulations to Care Assistant, Shelley Lewis, who was named as our Employee of the Month for July here at Balclutha Court. Shelley is extremely hard working and always puts residents first. She lights up rooms when she smiles.
Emergency Services Visit
A group of local firemen stopped in for a cuppa and a natter with residents and staff at the home.
Cream Tea Day
We broke out the good china in celebration of Cream Tea Day on 29th June. Our residents enjoyed lovely cakes and filled sandwiches made by our wonderful hospitality team.
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 get into the festive spirit - Merry Christmas!
January
Hello January! As we step into a new year we have lots of exciting plans for the month.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
We have a meeting room available to local professionals and community groups. For more information contact the home.
Community Cafe - Last Thursday of the month
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly Community Cafe, come along and make new friends! All welcome.
Calling all Emergency Services
Calling all emergency services personnel and district nurses, come and take a break with us! There maybe a cake or two available....
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
Do you have any spare time? your time could make a difference to someones day! For more information on Volunteering we'd love to hear from you.
Respite - Are you looking for a little care break?
If you're caring for someone, a short stay at Balclutha Court coluld provide the rest and relaxation that you need.
