Activities at Bedewell Grange 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.
Donna Brooks
My Name is Donna. I am the activities co-ordinator at Bedewell Grange.
I joined Bedewell Grange in April 2022 and I bring lots of new exciting ideas to the role, having worked in the health and social care sector for the last 15 years. I am passionate about my role within the home and aim to bring a smile to all our residents faces through different types of activities.
I'm bright and bubbly, so aim to share this each day at work. I have experience in supporting our residents who are more able as well as doing sensory Namaste sessions with our residents who are less able.
As I get to know the residents likes and dislikes, if you would like to come and chat with me about your family member please pop in and see me.
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 Bedewell Grange Care Home
Fenwick's window
We took a trip down memory lane with a trip to Fenwick’s window and a walk around the Christmas market. Our ladies opted for a look around the Grainger market which brought back memories.
This years world famous window was the 6'12 days of Christmas' and our ladies were impressed with the display and said "it’s the best it’s been in years".
We finished off the afternoon with a bite to eat and a hot drink before heading back home.
A very special performance
Residents were delighted to be invited to our local primary school, Hebburn Lakes to watch their nativity play. We were very well looked after and enjoyed tea and coffee in the staffroom with the teachers.
We had front row seats to the most amazing performance from the wonderful children as we sung and danced along to the songs.
We were all a bit emotional as the children did such a wonderful performance and definitely got us in the festive spirit.
Christmas Intergenerational Pet Therapy
We were joined by the elves who brought along some fluffy friends for cuddles with our residents and children.
The rabbit and guinea pig were very popular amongst everyone.
There was a lot of chat amongst the residents and children as they shared stories of pets they’ve had. A few of our gentleman had rabbits.
Victor had a tortoise and was very fond of him so was thrilled to meet Dave the tortoise as he brought back memories of his tortoise.
Who will lift the glitterball?
After weeks of anticipation watching this years competition, our ladies were all settled in the lounge for this evenings BBC Strictly Come Dancing Final!!
Everyone was sitting comfortably with cups of tea and plenty of biscuits as they looked forward to seeing who would be crowned winner and lift the glitterball.
Good luck to all the contestants!! We have thoroughly loved watching this series.
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.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Blue Light Breakfast
If you are part of the Emergency Services or Community District Nurses, we extend a very warm welcome for you to join us - Every Tuesday from 7.30 am - 10.00 am.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
Do you have any spare time and could make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
