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
Dominoes Club
Today at Cookridge Court the residents enjoyed a game of dominoes as part of our very popular games afternoon! A number of the residents at the home had a great time playing a game of dominoes with each other whilst squeezing in a quick natter in between games! The resident’s games afternoon was accompanied by delicious homemade cakes and cuppas!
Everyone had fun as they showed a little friendly competition during each game.
Virtual meeting with Leeds United Foundation
The Leeds United Foundation have recently invited Cookridge Court and our residents to be involved in their weekly support programmes via zoom sessions.
This week some of our residents enjoyed sharing their own sporting memories, discussing historic sport moments and even meeting some of the Leeds United Football players! A massive thank you to Leeds United Foundation for engaging our residents with the outside community in such a safe and joyous way!
Pancake Day
Yesterday the residents at Cookridge Court Carehome celebrated Pancake Day! Strove Tuesday marks the start-up lead to Easter. The celebration itself is observed as a day those who are practicing lent can indulge in sweetness before withholding them for 40 days!
The residents at Cookridge Court enjoyed some golden, fluffy, buttermilk pancakes topped with fresh berries and vanilla ice cream...yum!
Happy Valentine's Day
Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! The residents at Cookridge Court have shared their advice on a happy and healthy relationship. Two of our residents Jean & Eric, who have been together 71years said "you have to love each other, be faithful to each other & appreciate each other - and that is the key"
Year of the Ox
Cookridge Court in Leeds welcomed the Year of the Ox with a day of celebration and activities, which were a delight for staff and residents of the home.
Inspired by Chinese culture and traditions, lucky red envelopes were exchanged and the home was decorated with hanging red lanterns. Our chef of the year - Sinead Ruddock and the amazing kitchen team cooked up an oriental feast and provided pots of Chinese tea to sit and drink with the together.
Vicki Foster, Deputy Manager of Barchester Cookridge Court saw the occasion as the perfect opportunity for residents to do something different, and bring the popular celebrations going on around the country and local community into the home.
Residents enjoy a trip down under
Residents at Cookridge Court in Leeds have been discovering all things Antipodean in celebration of Australia Day, which took place on Tuesday 26th January.
Residents took part in Australian-themed activities throughout the day including a virtual trip down under including a tour of Sydney Opera House/Sydney harbour/Ayres Rock/Bondi beach/the rainforest and looking at Aboriginal art which everyone really enjoyed. The favourite activity of the day was however a tasting of Australian wines along with some Australian-themed snacks whipped up by head chef, Sinead.
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.