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
Kissed for Children in Need
Staff and residents alike had to pay for kisses from Professor Gray, who is a resident on the young disabled unit, and is always game for a laugh. He asked for a 50p kiss, and all the money raised would be donated to Children in Need.
Well done, Professor, for all the help raising money for this great cause.
Christmas Cake Making
Residents at Drummond Grange enjoyed making the first batch of Christmas cakes. All residents had fun and the smell around the home was amazing!
Smoothie Making
Ahmet Akkur had an afternoon making smoothies with residents. There was a lot of fresh fruit on offer and Ahmet had lots of different mixes make.
Dobbies for Tea
All residents enjoyed going through Dobbies for tea and to view the Christmas decorations, including the wonderful trees.
Ellen Astra Kerr Retires
Home Trainer/Charge Nurse, Ellan Astra Kerr, is hanging up her keys and retiring after 17 years with the company.
Residents and staff enjoyed a party where Ellen was presented with a number of gifts and cards by General Manager, Eleanor Wilson. Ellen has done many jobs within the home as the need has arisen, including cooking, baking, cleaning and entertaining.
Ellen has said that she will enjoy spending more time with her family and grandchildren.
Best wishes and good luck to from all at Drummond Grange.
Barchester Care Awards Winners
We are thrilled to announce that Drummond Grange has 2 Barchester Care Awards winners in its midsts.
Resident, Rhoda Gourlay, was named Foundation Champion, and Administrator, Mary Macdonald was crowed Home Administration champion on 12th October 2016.
Unfortunately, Rhoda was unable to attend the ceremony, however, someone from the home attended the event on her behalf to collect the reward/
Congratulations to both - you make Drummond Grange proud!
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!
