Activities at Field House Care Home
The Activities Coordinators here at Field House are always keen to learn about residents' interests and hobbies, tailoring meaningful activities to the likes and dislikes of those we support. Our mission is to ignite the past, appeal to current interests and embrace new ones, improving quality of life whilst stimulating the mind and senses. Activities are carried out via small groups or individually, supported by local volunteers. We have access to a range of local community facilities and nearby places of interest, prompting community engagement, and hold special events at the home, where we are entertained by guest vocalists and performers, with 'The Quiz Master' being a fan favourite.
Caroline Davis
Hi, I'm Caroline and I joined Field House in 2021 from another Barchester home. I have worked in care for the last 30 years and a big part of that has been with Barchester.
Here at Field House, I organise a variety of activities and social events within the home and in the community, such as gardening club arts and crafts, weekly exercise sessions along with live singers and musicians every month. We are also keen on regular outings to local landmarks, museums, cafes and shopping centres.
In my job, I'm able to develop excellent relationships with residents and their families providing the support they need. I am very passionate about my job role as it is very important to us as a team that every individual is able to live the life they wish and feel fulfilled in their everyday activities maintaining past hobbies and finding new ones.
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 Field House Care Home
Special Lunch
Sylvia was not able to attend the annual Christmas lunch due to being unwell, so wepromised to take her on a special lunch outing to the Jolly Frog in Shropshire. Sylvia stated the fine wine and great food was a real treat and a well-kept promise.
Employee of the Month for April
The Employee of the Month for April is none other than Clare Murphy.
Clare is always cheerful and reliable, no matter how hard pressed she is; she always makes residents feel like she has time for them. Clare is a great role model to other staff in the home, supporting those who are new or who are working as apprentices - and always answering questions with a happy smile.
Thank you, Clare, for being you; you are a ray of sunshine who is full of energy.
National Scrabble Day
Wednesday 13th March was National Scrabble Day so, to celebrate, a few of our residents played some games of - would you believe it - Scrabble.
Residents detailed that, "it was an enjoyable and competitive event where our minds were provided with a good workout."
Beautiful displays from our Flower Club
Check out some of the beautiful arrangements made by residents at Woodland View's Flower Club. Simply stunning!
March Employee of the Month
Lynn Williams has been nominated by residents and her colleagues for her outstanding care and activities that she provides at Field House. These are just a few of the things that Lynn does that make her an extra special employee:
She always goes the extra mile to help and support people, giving 100% and always being positive and committed to her role, as well as working outside her role to ensure that the resident's enjoyment is at the centre of everything she does.Lynn is always a shining light when she is at the home; nothing is too much trouble for her and she always strives to make sure everyone happy.Lynn comes to the home with a hug & a smile and is always cheerful. She is a great listener and a shoulder to lean on and gives amazing advice.Lynn is a true Barchester Champion and we are so lucky to have such a fantastic team member for all of us to strive towards.
Sing-alongs and Smiles with Kiddley Divey
Kiddley Divey and her daughter visited Field House on Wednesday 6th April, entertaining residents with sing-alongs and exercise to ensure that a great morning was had by all.
