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
Getting to know one another at Cookridge Court
Residents at Cookridge Court enjoyed a fantastic activity hosted by Libby called, The Reminisce Ball.
This activity is designed to stimulate the brain, encourage conversations, with a little added exercise thrown in too. The aim is getting to know extra little things about each individual, on a person centred basis and build friendships with resident to resident.
It was wonderful listening to our residents favourite things, their favourite sweets, a favourite pet and many more fascinating facts.
Healthy Eating Week at Cookridge Court
Residents and staff at Cookridge Court kicked of Healthy Eating Week with a smoothie & milkshake making session, hosted by our chef Lindsay & activities assistant Libby.
We know a healthy balanced diet is the key for good nutrition. The residents picked, sliced and diced which fruit they would like to add to their smoothie or milkshake, which got blended together and presented in a glass.
Everyone had a fun and creative morning!
Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk
On Saturday 25th September, Staff spent the day by taking part in a sponsored memory walk to raise funds for vital research into Alzheimer’s disease. By raising awareness of the disease they hope to help to change the way people think, act and talk about dementia in order to change perceptions of the condition.
Five staff members, Sinead Ruddock, Libby Falkingham, Su-ellen Iley, Anna Hanlon & Laura Marshall joined together at Temple Newsam for the memory walk.
After the walk celebrations were in full swing where our Chef, Lindsay and the residents welcomed us back with a glass of bubbly to celebrate a fantastic day for a fantastic cause.
We are delighted to share that we have managed to raise massive £673 for Alzheimer's Society!
Residents tour the wonderful world of wine!
We had a lovely afternoon, joining Hospitality Manager, Christophe Noel and special guests Lee Issacs DipWSET and Nick Parker from Unity Wines & Spirits.
Our residents enjoyed watching the virtual event, along with trying a variety of wines, from sparkling and white to rose and red, along with a selection of delicious snacks.
It was a great experience, enjoyed by all.
A 'Latte' fun at Macmillan Coffee Morning
In recognition of Macmillan Cancer Support, Cookridge Court hosted their very own coffee morning for staff, residents and relatives to raise funds for the charity.
Talented chef, Lindsay prepared a variety of cakes, cupcakes and delicious treats following Macmillan Cancer Support’s recipes and residents got involved in fun-filled games.
It was a wonderful day raising funds for this lovely cause.
It's show time at Cookridge Court!
Residents and staff at Cookridge Court enjoyed a visit from Northeast Producers Ltd who fantastically performed “That’s Life”.
The show included music such as Que sera sera, that's life, knees up mother brown, and many more. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
Resident Alvena said “I have had a wonderful evening. I loved going to watch shows at the theatre and this was just brilliant.”
Upcoming events
Dementia Christmas Cafe
Come and join in the festive fun at Cookridge Court. Everyone welcome.
Newstead and Walker Solicitors
Cookridge Court are delighted to welcome Newstead & Walker Solicitors to the home to offer advice to the local community. Everyone welcome.
Christmas Respite Bookings Open
Come and join us for a fun filled Christmas Day at Cookridge Court.
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead, we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Senior Citizens Cinema
Launching July 18th. Join us on the third Thursday of the month for our free Senior Citizens Cinema.
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.
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.
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.
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.
