Activities at Fordmill 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.
Julia Constandache
I’m Julia and I have been working at Fordmill since December 2016. I really enjoy art and studied Graphic Design & Illustration in Dundee. I love being with people and using my skills to improve their quality of life and bring a smile to their faces through crafts, games and all sorts of other activities.
I plan out the activities, either for groups or individuals, according to specific needs and interests. It’s a real joy to get to know residents and their loved ones and I’m grateful to Barchester for giving me the opportunity to work with them and bring some sunshine into the residents’ lives.
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 Fordmill Care Home
Fordmill Harvest Festival
We celebrated our Harvest Festival in our marquee. Residents, friends and relatives were able to meet outdoor and enjoy a cup of tea and a homemade cake. Was a lovely time had by all.
Memory walk
Memory walk for their great grandad Ron who was a resident at Fordmill. Ron’s wife Margaret is still living at Fordmill. The money they raised where shared between Fordmill residents fund and Alzheimer’s Scotland.
Oktoberfest celebrations
Residents celebrated Oktoberfest with plenty of beer, sausages and German music. Everyone enjoyed spending time with their fellow residents.
International Day of Sign Language
To mark International Day of Sign Language on September 23rd and to learn some new skills, staff and residents at Fordmill care home, in Montrose, enjoyed a Sign Language demonstration.
Staff and residents learnt some basic sign language with Marion Simpson, one of our residents. Marion was a Social Worker and worked with deaf and hard of hearing people for over 20 years in Paisley and Greenock. She would interpret for deaf people at medical appointments, and other appointments, help them fill in forms and support them in a variety of ways. She would also organise social events such as bus trips, Christmas parties for their children and dances. The deaf and hard of hearing community could dance well as they felt the beat and vibrations of the music to keep to time.
Wine tasting with Unity Wines
We had a lovely time joining Hospitality Manager, Christophe Noel and special guests Lee Isaacs DipWSET and Nick Parker from Unity Wines and Spirits – as they introduced us to wine tasting techniques, the history of wine and wine making, as well as consumer attitudes.
Our residents had the opportunity to try a variety of wines from sparkling and white to rose and red, alongside a selection of delicious treats.
It was a wonderful experience, enjoyed by all.
English National Ballet virtual event
We celebrated Last Night of the Proms virtually with members of English National Ballet’s Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Music Director Gavin Sutherland.
We listened and danced along as members of the orchestra took us on a magical, musical journey. English National Ballet Philharmonic is made up of many of the country’s top musicians, and boasts considerable experience in all forms of music-making. With insights and anecdotes into what it takes to conduct an orchestra for a world-class ballet company, this special concert got our feet tapping, arms waving and hearts singing!
It was a wonderful experience, enjoyed by all.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Community Coffee - Last Friday of the month
We extend a warm welcome for you to join us at our Community Coffee Afternoon - Last Friday of the month from 2.00 pm. All welcome.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
If you would like to Volunteer or find out more about how your time could make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Come and take a break on us! Enjoy a hot drink with us and there may be a cake or two available.....
