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.
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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
International Nurses' Day
Nurses were delighted with the chocolaty gifts they received in recognition of International Nurses' Day.
Drummond Concert
Mike Hammond stopped by our home recently for a concert. Mike formerly presented a children's TV show many years ago and was in Herman's Hermits.
Mother's Day
Residents, staff and visitors celebrated Mother's Day with a champagne afternoon with small cakes and nibbles. A raffle was also held, with winners receiving flowers or chocolates.
Residents and staff each chose a balloon to remember their mother by or to wish their mother a happy Mother's Day. The balloons were then tied to a tree outside.
Red Nose Day
Residents and staff enjoyed an afternoon of karaoke for Comic Relief. Head of Memory Lane, Jim Dean, came in to busk around the units and was accompanied by Carer, Sarah Robertson, and Head of Activities, Anne McShane. Impromptu concerts were held at the front door, in corridors, lounges and, at one point, in the lift.
Nettie's 60th Birthday
Head of Unit, Annete 'Nettie' Goodfellow, celebrated her 60th birthday here at Drummond Grange. She received presents and cards from the staff of both the Kevock and Pentland units.
Nettie's daughters decided to take her on holiday, but did not tell her where she was going; she was very surprised when she arrived in Egypt.
Nutrition Week
Here at Drummond Grange, staff, residents and visitors were treated to some tasty and nutritious food for Nutrition Week. We enjoyed homemade smoothies, fresh sandwiches, wraps, puddings, cocktails and lots more.
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!
