Activities at Bloomfield Care Centre
We host a wide range of activities and events here for residents to stimulate them both physically and mentally. Relatives can often be found taking part; for example, they will some times join us on minibus trips and to enjoy entertainers and musical events. There is regular involvement from the local community, with ministers holding services for us weekly, visits from our PAT dog, and a good volunteer network. Additionally, we have recently opened a Dementia Café, which is held on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Activities are an essential part of residents' lives, so we strive to keep them active with a focus on what they can achieve and that life here is fun.
Cathy Jallow
Hello, My name is Cathy and I am the Activities Coordinator at Bloomfield care centre.
I joined the team here at Bloomfield in August 2017 as carer and have since moved into Activities.
The Activities role is varied and one which allows me to plan amazing activities for our residents to ensure their days are filled with lots of fun, laughter and social interaction.
I am always looking for new activity ideas as well as new places to visit, so please give me a call to discuss our life enrichment programme further.
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 Bloomfield Care Centre
Virtual Sea Life tour
Staff and residents at Bloomfield were treated to a virtual tour of the wonderful underwater world of SEA LIFE London Aquarium, hosted by Senior Curator, James Wright and his expert team.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to more than 300 species and 4,000 creatures, including Gentoo Penguins, Sea Turtles and Seahorses, which are cared for by its dedicated team of 15 Aquarists. The shark tank alone is one million litres in volume and six metres deep and is home to five species of sharks – Sand Tigers called Bungle and Zippy, a Grey Reef Shark, Nurse Sharks, Tawny Nurse Shark and a shiver of Black Tip Reef Sharks as well as a Bowmouth Guitarfish called Betty.
James’ presentation featured getting up close and personal with SEA LIFE London Aquarium’s colony of Gentoo Penguins, residents were able to watch feeding time for Green Sea turtles and numerous sharks!
Gardening Club
Bloomfield are getting ready for spring and our Sunflower competition. We are challenging our local community to join us in who can grow the tallest sunflower. Head over to our Facebook page to get involved. A pot and a seedling can be collected from our reception for people to grow at home. We are raising money for Paulton community swimming pool as they try to build a disabled changing room on the premises.
Eyes down for Bingo
Who doesn't love a game of Bingo. It is a firm favourite for the residents at Bloomfield. There is always a prize for the winner and it can get quite competitive too.
Zooming with the Children from Paulton
Residents at Bloomfield just love their interaction with our local children. We use any opportunity we can to engage with them. They recently suggested reading some poetry to our residents. It was very heart warming to watch.
Pizza Making.
As part of our virtual armchair travels. We travelled to Italy. We learnt about all things Italian, We held a virtual quiz, tasted Italian wine and made pizza's for our supper in the evening.
100th Birthday Celebrations
It was a great privilege to host a very special birthday party. The lovely Edith celebrated her 100th year. It was magical to watch as her Grandsons were able to join her for the celebrations.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
