Activities at Bryn Ivor Lodge 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.
Anna Przybylska
Hello, my name is Anna and I am the Lead Activities Co-ordinator in Bryn Ivor Lodge.
I have a degree In Tourism & Hotel Management, with specialisation in Organising Events & Activities’. I have also finished several courses and training to be able to deliver excellent activities that would work best in care settings.
I have begun my career as Activities Co-ordinator over 15 years ago and gained really good experience working in various care settings.
I am very compassionate about my job and I take great pleasure in helping others and seeing people happy. My main priority is to provide activities tailored to the needs of our Residents. I always make sure all our Residents feel included and interested in the activities our home provides. Nothing is too much trouble for me and I hope our Residents and their family and friends will spend many memorable moments enjoying the activities and events we provide.
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 Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home
Happy 103rd Birthday!
At Bryn Ivor we had the pleasure of celebrating a truly special occasion - the 103rd birthday of our beloved resident, Connie.
Surrounded by her dearest family, friends, and some new friends she has made here at Bryn Ivor Lodge, Connie enjoyed a delightful tea party with the added joy of a performance by Yasmin, the harpist.
Our dedicated kitchen staff prepared a wonderful spread, and our guests savoured a variety of delicious foods and beverages.
We'd like to extend our warmest wishes to Connie for a truly joyful and memorable birthday, from all of us here at Bryn Ivor Lodge.
Animal Interactive
We had the most incredible visit from Animals Interactive recently.
They brought along a fascinating array of creatures, including a snake, skunk, chameleon, owl, tortoise, meerkats, tarantula, and so many other fantastic animals! The staff were so passionate and knowledgeable, and they eagerly answered all of our questions.
Animal therapy is one of the cornerstones of our life enrichment program and features regularly on our resident-led weekly activity planner.
Nigeria Independence Day
We had the honour of celebrating our Nigerian staff for Nigeria Independence Day on October 1st.
We started our celebrations by delving into fascinating facts about Nigeria through a documentary. Our Nigerian colleagues then shared their introductions and taught us words and greetings in different Nigerian dialects and explained the meaning behind their traditional outfits.
Our staff also generously treated us to a variety of Nigerian snacks, the delicious treats were enjoyed by both residents and staff.
To top of an already brilliant afternoon we celebrated closing the evening with an energetic dance off, showcasing the impressive moves of our Nigerian team members.
It's truly enriching to learn about our staff's backgrounds and their country's history. We are grateful for everyone who made our afternoon so enjoyable!
Oktoberfest at Bryn Ivor!
We had a brilliant time celebrating Oktoberfest at Bryn Ivor Lodge!
Oktoberfest is a traditional German festival featuring beer, Bavarian food, music, and cultural celebrations, held annually in Munich.
It was such a great afternoon for everyone involved. We had live entertainment with a brilliant performance from a brass band, With fun Oktoberfest-themed quiz, and the tasting session featuring traditional Bavarian treats like pretzels, sausages and lots of beer, all prepared by our fantastic Head Chef Karen.
National celebrations and family-friendly events are just some of the ways that we ensure the residents at Bryn Ivor Lodge remain connected with their loved ones and the wider community.
I've got a Golden Ticket!
We had the most amazing celebration for Roald Dahl's birthday and decided to host a Willy Wonka Chocolate Raffle!
Each resident received a beautifully wrapped chocolate bar, but hidden in three of these bars were Golden Tickets.
Our lucky winners not only received a box of chocolates but also won an incredible trip to Cadbury World for afternoon tea and a tour!
We cant contain our excitement for our upcoming fantastic day out.
Elvis was in the building!
At Bryn Ivor Lodge we had a brilliant time recently when Elvis came for a visit.
Our residents were treated to an unforgettable performance by the King of Rock and Roll. He treated us to some of the old time classics such as, Cant help falling in love and Jailhouse rock.
There was smiles and laughter all around! These really are cherished moments with our lovely residents at Bryn Ivor Lodge.
A Big thank you to Elvis for making this an afternoon to remember.
