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
What have we been up to?
We've been keeping ourselves really busy recently here at Braeburn Lodge.
On 7th November, residents went out for a meal at the local fish & chip shop, 'The Boundary'. We booked this trip because it is very popular with residents, and serve generous portions for seniors.
On 9th November, residents were invited to a tea party at Linchfield Community Primary School in Deeping St James to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. The children offered the residents cakes and cups of tea. We enjoyed a singalong to classics such as ‘We’ll Meet Again’, and were even donated the top raffle prize: a poppy cake that was shared between the residents.
On 11th November, for Remembrance Sunday, our local Reverend, Linda, came to Braeburn to lead a service for the residents and staff. We were also joined by loved ones, who shared some stories about Britain during wartime.
On 15th November, Zoolab visited the home and brought with them spiders, insects and other creatures for residents to look at and hold – if they were brave enough, that is.
On 19th November, residents went Christmas shopping with the activities team at the Van Hague Garden Centre. They enjoyed seeing all the Christmas displays on show and a nice, warming hot chocolate topped with cream – delicious!
On 26th November, The Banjo Man (Sean) came in to entertain residents with his banjo playing. Sean often comes to Braeburn Lodge and is a firm favourite. Residents and staff all joined in with the singing and dancing – a fun time was had by all.
On 29th November, residents decorated the Christmas trees with the activities team. Everyone enjoyed adding their own touches, and we can't wait until Christmas.
Over the course of November and December, staff and residents walked a mile a day for the home. We enjoyed walking around the local area, earning sponsorships for the Barchester Foundation.
On 7th December, children from the local Deeping St James Primary School came to sing carols for the residents, who really enjoyed singing along to the classic festive tunes with them.
On 8th December, we celebrated Hanukkah with some of our Jewish residents. They enjoyed receiving presents and a large plate of doughnuts.
On 10th December, Ray came in for another tai chi session with the residents. Tai chi is a simple but effective exercise for residents to join in with to get their blood flowing. It helps with their digestion and provides many other benefits. We also went to lunch at a new local restaurant, The Tulip Queen. Residents wore their Christmas hats and some enjoyed a tipple or two. Everyone loved their food, and we surprised the other diners with a Christmas singalong.
On 12th December, The Glebe Singers came in to sing Christmas carols for the residents. The residents joined in with the singing and we enjoyed some Christmas cheer with a glass of wine and a mince pie.
Summer Fete
We had a lovely afternoon at Braeburn Lodge with family and friends at our Summer Fete. It was a scorching day and the World Cup final didn't deter anyone from coming. We had live music, stalls, lots of refreshments and food which was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Age Concern Deeping St James
We welcomed Age Concern Deeping St James to spend a day with us at Braeburn Lodge.
Refreshments, walks around the gardens and time for a good old chat was the order of the day. We then had Lunch followed by a sing-a-long which resulted in lots of singing and dancing. A lovely fun day was had by all! We hope they'll visit again.
Country Park Walk
With such lovely weather at the moment, we thought it would be a great idea to jump in the minibus and head to Ferry Meadows for a lovely walk around the lake. Apart from trying to dodge the numerous flying bugs, it was a perfect morning!
World Cup Fever
World Cup Fever is definitely passing through the home! Here we are in our cinema room watching England win their second group game against Panama!
Arts & Crafts
It always feels good to see the end product of making something by hand. We put our skills to the test and made vases out of newspaper – and the result was great!
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!
