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
Pony Therapy
We have had a lovely visit from Katy and Monet the miniature American pony. This is always a lovely therapeutic activity and all residents enjoy interaction with the ponies. Katy owns 11 miniature ponies and its always a surprise which pony we will be greeted with. There was smiles all round and our families enjoyed the visit also.
National Cat Day
This month we celebrated national cat day with a visit from the lovely Boris. Boris got lots of love and affection from our residents and staff and was a huge hit. We look forward to another visit from Boris in the future.
Welcome to the Buttercup Suite
We have recently had a family and friends meeting. Our families had suggested our buttercup suite could do with being a bit brighter and welcoming. We have been busy doing a family tree with photos of our residents and made a welcome sign complete with lights.
This has been a talking point and everyone said its allot brighter!
Picnic in the Park
We have been waiting for some nice weather to get out to our local park for a picnic. We were joined by Mollies daughter as we strolled around Hebburn park. The park was full of children and dog walkers enjoying the sunshine. We are so lucky to have such a nice park on our doorstep and our residents thoroughly enjoyed the picnic.
London 'Herstory'
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.
Wishes on our Wish Tree
Our wish tree is situated in our reception. Residents and families can choose a wish and we will try our best to grant the wish. This month our wishes were a trip to the famous Coleman’s fish restaurant. Bob said he thoroughly enjoyed it and the the fish was the size of a whale! Doris loves the sound of music and asked to watch it on the big screen with her friends.
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.
