Activities at Brookfield Care Home
Our Activities coordinator dedicates her time on getting feedback from our residents of what they like to do. We have introduced paper mornings which involves group discussions and an active mind, and we also have a variety of entertainers that come in on a weekly basis. We hold a residents quiz once a week as it is one of our more popular activities, we now call it the Big Quiz due to its popularity.
It is important that we involve the community and family in many of our activities. We have the local rugby club heritage centre coming in once a week to do Bocci (indoor bowls) and seated exercise. We also hold cheese and wine evenings for family and residents which are very popular. Here at Brookfield we pride ourselves on the fabulous bond our activity coordinator has with all our residents as they are as happy to see her each morning as she is to see her friends.
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 Brookfield Care Home
Evacuees and Espionage,
Ahead of Armed Forces Day, we were transported back in time for a World War II themed talk and tour of Blenheim Palace, hosted by Antonia Keaney, the Palace’s social historian and author.
Entitled ‘Evacuees and Espionage,’ Antonia’s wartime themed talk focused on how the Marlborough family, estate staff and the Palace itself played a full and energetic part in the war effort.
The talk and tour told the story of how the Palace prepared for the worst, survived the onslaught of 400 boys being evacuated to Blenheim and kept the secrets of MI5.
It was a lovely experience, enjoyed by all.
Home celebrate return of entertainers
There were smiles all round at Brookfield care home in Lymm as live entertainers were allowed to perform in the garden once again. Vocalist, Sandra performed a medley of hits for staff and residents who really enjoyed the show.
Just like the rest of the country, Government guidelines for care homes are starting to relax and performers can now entertain residents again safely in outdoor spaces.
Sarah Nolan, General Manager at Brookfield commented: “It is great to be able to open up our gardens again and have some live entertainment for our residents. We have really missed being able to welcome performers into our home during lockdown, although we’ve had lots of virtual concerts, quizzes and talks. It’s lovely to be able to host events in the garden again now that lockdown is easing and the weather is getting warmer.”
Val's ice-cream pays a visit!
Residents of Brookfield were delighted when Val's ice cream van visited the home as they spent time outdoors in the homes beautiful garden taking advantage of the recent glorious weather, everyone enjoyed an old fashioned ice cream with sherbet and fondly shared stories of trips to the seaside!
Carer's Week
Happy Carers Week. We would like to take this great opportunity to recognise and thank our wonderful carers at Brookfield care home in Lymm.
We are proud of each and every one of our care team for the outstanding care that they provide to our residents every single day. They always go above and beyond their role and for this we are truly grateful.
Our carers received numerous donations and gifts from local organisations and businesses and lovely thank you cards from our community members, relatives and friends.
Residents make new friend
Brookfield care home in Lymm was full of animal excitement this week as Residents welcomed their new friendly pet therapy dog, Jackson for a visit.
General Manager Sarah Nolan, said: “Our residents have really enjoyed their visit by Jackson this week. We are always looking for new activities for the residents and today we have seen the seen the enjoyment and the therapeutic influence animals can have on people.”
One resident remarked “As a child I used to love dogs and as a family we had many pets, it has been wonderful to share our stories today”..
Hereford Cathedral
We had a lovely time joining the team from Hereford Cathedral for an exciting virtual session.
We enjoyed a glimpse of this spectacular building and its treasures in a series of short pre-recorded videos. From the stunning gardens which lead down to the River Wye, to the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library.
It was wonderful to learn more about the history and beauty of Hereford Cathedral.
