Activities at Drummond Grange 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.
Katie Nicolson
Katie Nicolson is our Head of activities here at Drummond since August 2023 beforehand she worked as an activity assistant in the home for two years. Before coming to Drummond Katie has worked in many care roles over the years and studied Psychology and Sociology at Queen Margaret’s University and was awarded a Degree of Bachelor of science in Psychology and Sociology at the start of 2022. Katie loves being part of the Activity department here at Drummond Grange and bringing new and exciting opportunities and experiences to the residents. When she’s not at work Katie is a local Girl Guide leader and youth leader for her churches youth group.
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 Drummond Grange Care Home
Nutrition & Hydration Week
To start off Nutrition & Hydration Week, we had a 'Brilliant Brekkie', which included French toast with crispy bacon, maple syrup and pancakes with pineapple flambé and honey.
Residents enjoyed the different tastes but, unfortunately, they finished before we could get picture.
Memory Lane Mother's Day
Residents on our Memory Lane unit celebrated Mother's Day with an afternoon of tea and cakes.
Paul Loves to Sing
We recently acquired another karaoke machine for the residents upstairs. Lead Carer, Paul, loves to sing, so this is great news for him. His favourite song is Elvis' 'Fools Rush In'.
Paul has just recently transferred upstairs, so now he sings to the residents and loves to get them involved as well.
New Age Curling
One of the more physical activities that we enjoy at Drummond Grange is 'New Age Curling. We purchased this game as, each year, some of the residents take part in the Senior Games, which is held in July.
Tippin' Basketball
We recently purchased a tipping basket for our Memory Lane Community; the aim is for residents to throw the ball into the basket. The reason that it is called a 'tipping basket' is because it can be tilted to any angle.
Long Service Award
We celebrated the 15th anniversary of Laarni Tolentino working at Drummond Grange. She works on the Young Disabled Unit of Buccleuch, but has also worked on the Care of the Elderly Unit as well. Residents enjoyed having a drink to celebrate her success.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome!
