Activities at Fountains Care Home

Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.

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.

Enriching life
Watch our video on life enrichment in our homes.

Louise Crooks

Activities Coordinator

Hello I am Louise,  my first role with Barchester was caring for our residents.  Previously I worked in an early years environment for 17 years where I organised activities and events.  I am thrilled to now be Activities Lead and being able to continue enriching the life’s of our lovely residents here at Fountains.

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 Fountains Care Home

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FOUNTAINS FUN DAY

A huge shoutout to our incredible team, families, and residents who came together to make this event a success. We had a fantastic time raising money for the Barchester Foundation.

We had a Fun day at Fountains where we all took part in various type's of runs and had a bake sale to raise money for our Barchester Foundation.

The Barchester Foundation is dedicated to connecting vulnerable individuals and those living with disabilities to local community groups by providing essential grants that enhance mobility and improve quality of life.

Our resident really enjoyed cheering on our staff members as they took off on their runs. Dawn resident said I really did truly enjoy the atmosphere, weather and cheering on our staff for a good cause'

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EASTER THEMED OPEN DAY

What a joyful day we had at our Easter themed open day! Everyone enjoyed indulging in delicious Easter cakes while soaking in the cheerful atmosphere. A special thank you to our talented singer, Paulo, whose beautiful melodies truly made the day unforgettable!

Resident, Betty said, “I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was surrounded by lots of great people, great entertaiment and the refreshments kept flowing. The weather held out until we finished. Staff did a great job, not just on the day, but organising the event and getting everyone together.”

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Mother's Day at Fountains Care Home

At Fountains, Mother's Day was filled with love and joy! With flowers in the air and families gathered around, you could truly feel the warmth and affection. Residents and their loved ones were amazed by the beautiful decor and delighted in our homemade treats while enjoying a special Mother's Day brunch together. A Fantastic celebration that everyone will cherish!

 

“This is just such a lovely idea, and well done out. Thank you all for your hard work and effort put into making Mothers’ Day so special” thanked Residents daughter.

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RESIDENTS AMAZED BY YOUNG TALENT AT FOUNTAINS CARE HOME!

At Fountains Care Home, we were thrilled to host a special live performance by the talented dancers from Harle Quin Dance Academy. The children showcased a variety of dance styles, leaving our residents in awe of their incredible skill and energy.

 

The performance not only entertained but also sparked joy and nostalgia. Afterward, the young dancers graciously handed out flowers and took the time to interact with our residents. Many shared beautiful memories of their younger days, reminiscing about times when they too would dance. The feedback and praise exchanged between the generations created a heart-warming atmosphere, full of smiles and shared connections.

It was a truly magical day, and we’re so grateful to Harley Quin Dance Academy for bringing such talent and joy to Fountains!

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FOUNTAIN IS SWEET

At Fountains Care Home, we're excited to share a delightful new addition to our community: our very own sweet shop! This initiative is all about encouraging social interactions and empowering our residents to become shopkeepers, giving them the chance to take on a fun and engaging role within our home. Seeing the smiles on everyone's faces as they enjoy the sweet treats is truly heart-warming. It’s not just about the sweets – it’s about fostering enjoyment, laughter, and a sense of pride in the work we do together.

 

A huge thank you to our wonderful team for turning this sweet idea into a reality! Through great teamwork and creativity, we've created a space where residents can connect, have fun, and enjoy a little bit of extra joy in their day.

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AFTERNOON TEA- MEET THE MANAGER

We wanted to take a moment to share the wonderful experience we had during our "Meet the Manager" event. We hosted an afternoon tea where we enjoyed the delightful company of our community members, residents, and staff. 

A highlight of the day was our special guest, the Mayor of Solihull, who added an extra layer of enjoyment to the afternoon. Everyone had a lovely time and truly enjoyed themselves. 

Upcoming events

April 2025

Everyone is welcome to join us all at fountains for our April events

Don't Done Alone

Join us for our Don't Dine Alone Fish Fridays here at Fountains.

Pudding Club

Please feel free to come along to our pudding club which takes place the last Sunday of each month. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and enjoy delicious treats

Reminiscence Café

Join us at Fountains every last Wednesday of the month for our Reminiscence Café!