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
Burns Celebrations
At Cookridge Court we have a number of residents with Scottish heritage and we were delighted to be able to celebration the Scottish tradition of Burns Night.
Residents enjoyed a Scottish fayre of haggis, neeps and tatties alongside reminiscing of their favourite places in Scotland whilst others shared their favourite places which they had visited and listening to classical bagpipe music.
Throughout the day the home held a poetry club where residents heard some of Robert Burns poetry, including the dressing to a haggis, a red red nose and Tam O’Shanter. Everyone enjoyed adding a touch of Scottish tradition to their day and look forward to their next themed day!
Vaccine brings joy to home
Residents and staff at Cookridge Court were delighted to be amongst the first to receive their vaccination. The atmosphere in the home was uplifting, joyous and hopeful for the future as they had their vaccinations, 18th January marking a momentous day for the home in the fight against Covid-19.
Do you want to build a snowman?
It's been a very snowy day at Cookridge Court today. The team built our winter mascot, while the resident's watched and directed from the warmth of the windows. It was lovely to hear the resident's snow stories from their younger days
Welcome to 2021!
The team at Cookridge Court enjoyed hosting a champagne and canapés evening for the residents. Social distancing adhered to, the residents had a lovely evening enjoying fresh canapés made by our excellent hospitality team along with a glass of champagne & bucks fizz. Everyone at Cookridge Court wishes you a very Happy & Healthy New Year!
Fröhliche Weihnachten
This year, we brought the Christmas German Market to Cookridge Court. The residents enjoyed the festivities, including Christmas music and traditional German food & beer.
The room was filled with joy, laughter & festive spirits. Everyone had a wonderful afternoon!
It's beginning to look like Christmas
Resident, Eileen was thrilled to help dress the Christmas trees within the home to bring festivities to everyone. Eileen who was delighted to be adding baubles to the tree, and used to manage her own care home in Blackpool. She retired at the age of 84, when Eileen received a letter from Prince Charles in recognition of her tremendous work.
Decorating the Christmas trees brought back many happy memories for Eileen, as it reminded her of the times when she would do this in the care home that she managed. You could see the joy in Eileen’s face, decorating and producing such a wonderful tree.
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.
