Activities at Cookridge Court Care Home
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Laura Marshall
My name is Laura and I am the Head Activities Coordinator here at Cookridge Court. I have worked in care since 2014 and get so much satisfaction out of knowing I have made a difference to people’s days and have filled the home with a sense of community and happiness. We have created a wonderful culture within our home and we work together to give residents the best possible experience. We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active and ensure we all know each residents' preferences so that we can deliver a person-centered program of events and activities. The strong relationships we build with our residents, their families and friends is essential to our homely feel.
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 Cookridge Court Care Home
Elf Day at Cookridge Court
The team at Cookridge Court celebrated Elf Day, an event to raise money for Alzheimer's Society
Our team got dressed up for the occasion, with lots of ‘elfy’ activities throughout the day for everyone to enjoy. Our residents Benita said “you all looked amazing, you do a fabulous job and always make our day.”
There is a bucket a reception if anyone would like to contribute to a charity that is so close to our heart.
Cookridge Court Gets Festive!
Cookridge Court’s residents and staff have been busy creating and putting together garlands and wreaths to make the home as festive as can be. The residents have also been crafting home-made decorations for the Christmas tree which they all helped to decorate, the trees are looking truly magnificent covered in beautiful Christmas lights, bows and baubles.
The Activities Team have also stepped up the festivities this year and are taking part in Elf on the Shelf and it’s safe to say the residents and staff are having plenty of fun with it!
Christmas is such a magical time and our residents love nothing better than to spend time creating decorations for the home and then we all help to put them up together.
Birthday Celebrations for Marjorie!
Resident, Marjorie enjoyed being serenaded by all the team who chorused Happy Birthday and presented her with a homemade cake, baked by head chef Sinead, which was washed down with a lovely cold glass of Marjorie’s favourite drink, Coca Cola.
It was a wonderful day and Marjorie had a lovely time!
Residents find out about Winston Churchill's love affair with Blenheim Palace
Our residents were thrilled to join Antonia Keaney - Blenheim Palace’s Historian for an intriguing virtual talk on Winston Churchill.
The private resources of Blenheim Palace were drawn upon to afford very new and refreshing insights into this remarkable man. During the talk Antonia shared fascinating information about the breadth of talent, achievement and personality of the "Greatest Briton": soldier, politician, statesman, painter, writer, orator, family man - and bricklayer!
We all had a wonderful time and enjoyed learning more about UK’s former Prime Minister.
Children in Need
Cookridge Court’s staff & residents hosted a pyjama party in aid of Children in Need.
They had a day of fun filled activities, from reminiscing when Children in Need first aired in 1980 to a wonderful live performance from Relection. Chef Lindsay and the kitchen team have also been busy baking some fabulous cakes in the kitchen for todays event too.
It was a great day, enjoyed by all!
Blooming Haus
We were delighted to join Blooming Haus’s Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass, where Master Florist, Michal and his business partner - Michael showed us the best method to create beautiful festive wreaths.
Following the tips and ideas learnt during the amazing virtual experience, we were happy to put our skills to a test and to enter the #BarchesterChristmasWreaths competition.
We all had a wonderful time creating our festive wreath/s.
Thank you @bloominghaus for helping our residents flow into the true spirit of Noel.
Upcoming events
Texas Rodeo BBQ
Join us on Saturday 6th July for our Texas Rodeo themed BBQ. Featuring musical entertainment and fun for all the family.
Coffee with a Coppa
Join us on Tuesday 23rd July for Coffee with a Coppa as we welcome PCSO Joseph Reuben into our home.
Cheese and Wine
Join us on Tuesday 23rd July for an afternoon of decadence within our homes bar area.
Financial Planning in Later Life
Join us for a free legal seminar hosted by local solicitors Newstead and Walker.
July
Take a look and see the upcoming activity and community events we have coming to our home in July.
Fire Brigade Visit
Join us on Tuesday 13th August as we welcome the local fire brigade for a informal event 'Coffee with the Fire Brigade'
Fizz Friday
Join us on Friday 16th August for a special edition of our weekly 'Fizz Friday' as we welcome the community to join us for sparkling refreshments, snacks and live music.
Senior Citizens Cinema
Launching July 18th. Join us on the third Thursday of the month for our free Senior Citizens Cinema.
Respite - Are you looking for a little care break?
Whether you are considering a short term break or a longer stay, Cookridge Court has just want you need.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
Calling all Emergency Services
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Cookridge Court can offer you.
Coffee Morning - Last Thursday 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.
Dementia Cafe - First Monday of the month
Come along and make new friends over a refreshing drink and slice of home made cake from 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm.
