Activities at Braeburn Lodge Care Home
Our dedicated activities team are constantly dreaming up new and wonderful ways to support and stimulate the residents we look after. From trips to crafts, parties to skittles, musical performances and quizzes, we include something for everyone and pride ourselves on including everyone into the fun. We have a brilliant team of volunteers who help us to deliver more trips, support us at events and pop in for a cup of tea and chat. We have pet therapy at least once per week (sometimes twice!) and we take advantage of every school break by holding large scale events that we can invite families with children to. We have been developing ties with our neighbours since we first opened and thanks to this, we have successfully brought together our residents with local churches, choirs, Brownies groups, and schools. Whatever your interests are, here at Braeburn, there's something for everyone.
Yasmine Dawson
I have worked at Braeburn Lodge since 2015. I started working as a carer and the activities side of the role really appealed to me. We organise a variety of activities to suit everybody’s preferences and abilities. I enjoy working at Braeburn and making a difference to the residents’ lives.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Braeburn Lodge Care Home
Home hosts Summer Fair
Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Braeburn Lodge to enjoy a Summer Fete that was held in the home’s grounds on 29th June 2024.
Braeburn Lodge hosted a variety of activities throughout the day, including local stall holders, Hook a Duck, a raffle, tombola and live entertainment from a local theatre school and the children from Dream Dance, which were enjoyed by everyone who came to the event.
Virtual trip to Eden Project
Residents across our homes had a fantastic time exploring the Eden Project virtually - an educational charity and visitor attraction based in Cornwall, featuring sprawling outdoor gardens and breathtaking biomes that house the largest indoor rainforest in the world.
During the session, residents who joined were reconnected with nature through their senses, memories and stories. A big thank you to the community team at the Eden Project for the wonderful event.
Fantastic Father’s Day
On the 16th June the whole home helped celebrate all the amazing men we have, from residents to staff, we wanted our dads to know they were loved and appreciated. The men in our home got a special dad rosette and our amazing kitchen prepared an outstanding Sunday roast. Dennis was over joyed when he was given his rosette and sat proudly for a photo. We had a sensational performance from Gabriella, who had a surprise duet with our resident Stella, there amazing connection brought a tear to many eyes and it was a magical ending to the day.
Visit to Notcutts Garden Centre
We were joined by Joan and Jill on a very special trip to buy some surprise additions to Braeburn Lodge. As soon as we stepped off the mini bus at Notcutts Garden centre we could smell the beautiful flowers. Joan loves being outdoors and was memorized by all the vibrant colours. Jill clocked all the garden ornaments, her favourite were the little dogs. We strolled through to the animals where they chatted away to a parrot, who was casually sitting on his perch. The ladies then helped us choose two little special additions to Braeburn Lodge. We carefully drove home and Jill and Joan have promised to keep our new little friends a secret until the big reveal at our summer fete.
Nancy celebrates turning 106 years young
On June 2nd our fabulous Nancy celebrated her 106th birthday in style. She sipped on her bubbly as she sat like a queen surrounded by her loved ones who had worked with the home to plan this extravagant day. Nancy’s daughter said “my mother had a wonderful day.” Nancy received a total of 102 cards including one from King Charles and Queen Camilla. Nancy is a remarkable lady, she is a published novelist and was once a world record holder, and we were honoured to share this memorable day with her.
Wonders of the ocean
Residents across our services enjoyed a fantastic virtual tour of The Deep, an award-winning aquarium in Hull.
Our residents dived into the underwater world of some fascinating creatures such as sharks, turtles and stingrays.
It was a truly immersive and educational experience that brought the wonders of the ocean right to our screens.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down to Christmas and looking forward to a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Looking for a place to hold a meeting
For more information why not pop in and see what Braeburn Lodge can offer you.
Coffee Morning - 1st Tuesday of the month
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly coffee morning, come along and make new friends - all welcome from 10.00 am on the first Tuesday of the month.
Don't dine alone - every Friday
Join us every Friday from 12.30 until14.30 as we welcome the seniors in our communiuty to take advantage of our hospitality and join us for a nutritious lunch at Braeburn Lodge.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel, come and take a break with us - we offer a warm welcome and a hot drink, there may be a cake to two available!
