Activities at Cepen Lodge Care Home

Our Activities Coordinator, Anita surprised our residents with a visit from the best, and most well-behaved Santa of all... their four-legged friend, the fabulous 'Freddie'! He's such a cutie, happy to be fussed and fed dog treats all day. 

Thank you Anita and Freddie for making our day and even brighter.

Santa’s visit to Cepen Lodge made not only our visiting playgroup faces light up but our residents couldn’t help themselves smiling as we had a wonderful time hosting an intergenerational Christmas party to remember with the children from Boogie Beat Music & Movement North Wiltshire. 

The home team with special guest star Santa (Sean) created a morning of magical moments as the children, parents and our residents came together for festive music and dance in our welcoming lounge. 

"Watching the residents interact with all the visiting babies and toddlers at our monthly sessions is priceless" said Activities Coordinator; Anita. "We understand that parenthood can sometimes feel isolating and working with Boogie Beats means we help create a special space where parents can meet, share experiences, and watch their little ones have lots of fun alongside our residents."

From all at Cepen Lodge we wish all our little friends a very Merry Christmas!

The amazing Tickled Pink Productions joined us for a very merry Christmas performance earlier this week. Noel and Holly had everyone singing and giggling as they worked the crown into the storyline. 

What a fabulous way to get us all in the Christmas spirit!

The residents at Cepen Lodge couldn't wait any longer for get into the Christmas spirit!

We've started putting up our trees and decorations in the communal areas, and having lots of fun too while we do!

Taking part in intergenerational activities such as social engagements and interactions, bring together younger and older generations for a common purpose. 

Once a month our residents are treated to the joy of seeing the children from Boogie Beat Music & Movement North Wiltshire enjoying life within our home. These activities build on the strengths that different generations have to offer, as well as nurture understanding, respect, and challenge ageism.

Our residents' smiles last all day long!

It was smiles all round as staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together on Saturday to enjoy a wonderful Christmas Fete. There were all kinds of stalls on offer for guests to browse including Sue's Crafts, Poppy's Hand-Made Jewellery and fabulous food fancies by E&Js Bakery. 

We had fun singing to Christmas songs, playing games and drinking mulled wine as we ate festive treats. The raffle was a big hit alongside Santa's visit. The jolly chappie met with everyone to check their status on his 'good & naughty' list!

The team at Cepen Lodge would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who either manned a stall, donated a raffle prize or who came along to support the home.

We’ve had the most wonderful time celebrating the festive season with a special screening of 2020’s OLD VIC: IN CAMERA – A Christmas Carol. 

This beautifully staged production brought the magic of Dickens’ classic tale right into our home.
A huge thank you to The Old Vic Theatre  for sharing this incredible performance with us. It was a truly wonderful experience. 

It's the 1st December and we've officially launched Christmas at Cepen Lodge.

The weather wasn't going to stop our festive fun as we gathered together in the homes' reception for the big Christmas Light's switch on.

Young at heart Melvina, our oldest resident at 99 was honoured to be asked to flip the switch, saying she felt like a celebrity as everyone cheered and clapped her as she entered the room. 

Once alight the wonderful D'Artagnan sang all the Christmas songs we know and love to get the party started, as the rain fall outside, we had the merriest of times in the warmth of our beautiful home

Check out our 'Countdown to Christmas' calendar full of events and activities open to family, friends and the local community. We look forward to welcoming you.

We had lots of fun friday evening with brilliant entertainment from singer Tony Meacock! 

We boogied away the night, with lots of smiles and happy feet.

We bring a bit of magic to our home to engage our residents and stimulate their senses. Our Rainbow Table allows residents to explore a variety of sensory interactive games that research shows has a positive effect on those living with dementia.

From playing the piano to painting by numbers and many other fun interactive games our residents love exploring the screen apps - it just goes to show you're never too old to try something new!

This week Santa (Anita) and Unicorn (Jane) spread a little Christmas happiness around Chippenham, they surprised Boots the Chemist, Chippenham Hospital Mulberry ward/reception & Hathaway Surgery with a selection of chocolates and goodie bags to brighten their day!

Our community based healthcare colleagues mean so much to the staff and residents at Cepen Lodge, we wish you all a very merry Christmas.

During this month’s cookery sessions, we've been singing carols as our lovely ladies created the most delicious Christmas muffin bakes, sherry trifle makes, and sweet treat truffle bon-bons for all to enjoy. 

The smell of chocolate and cinnamon brought back so many happy memories. Our living kitchens allow them to be in control, even doing the washing up had them smiling!

Thursday's trip to our local Brewers Fayre was full of Santa hats and much laughter over a fabulous festive lunch! The prawn cocktail starter brought back many happy memories.

Today we marked the birthday of King Charles and decorated our home for the special occasion. 

Our residents were treated to a right royal afternoon tea party where they enjoyed delicious cakes and savoury delicacies.

We also spent time watching the King's birthday celebrations giving him a 3-cheers and hat wave at the appropriate times!

One of the cornerstones of our life enrichment program is live musical entertainment. This week our residents enjoyed the vibrant tones of D'Artagnan who had us all swining and swaying!

Resident involvement in choosing genres along with feedback after each performance means that we are able to constantly improve our activities calendar.