Activities at Fountains 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.
Louise Crooks
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.
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 Fountains Care Home
Carers Trust Solihull
Supporting our local community is not only a promise we’ve made, but a promise we’ll keep.
With that in mind, Home Services Advisor Paul, welcomed Michelle from Carers Trust Solihull into Fountains Care Home earlier this week to discuss ideas around partnership working and how our home can support carers within Solihull.
The locally based charity provides free help and support for unpaid carers of all ages.
Paul & Michelle discussed ideas that would support those within our local community whilst ensuring Fountains remains enriched with opportunity to keep our residents connected and involved.
Keep your eyes peeled for more exciting news coming very soon!
When Generations Meet
Fountains residents were incredibly thankful for the kind invitation from the year 2 leavers at Woodlands Infant School, inviting them to watch a performance of their leavers assembly today.
During our visit, Flo who recently turned 101 with us, had a very special visit from her great grandson Henry, who is in Year 1 at the school. Henry was so proud to have his Great Grandmother visit and was on hand to recommend the best biscuits.
We were treated to a fantastic performance of ‘Cinderella and Rockerfella’ that was jam packed full of song, dance and some hilariously funny jokes.
CONGRATULATIONS to you all for staging an absolute show stopper and we very much look forward to visiting you all again soon.
Dementia Carers Count
Home Services Advisor Paul met with Claire & Nathan from Dementia Carers Count to discuss some really exciting partnership working.
Dementia carers count is a national charity, offering a range of free service that give carers the opportunity to understand more about Dementia.
Did you know that Fountains has a dedicated Memory Lane Community that provides a homely environment for people living with dementia?
We aim to maintain their life-skills, improving their self-esteem and helping them to maintain and develop their independence while they are living with us.
Beat The Heat
Here at Fountains, we understand the importance of keeping hydrated and cool in this hot weather.
Research has found that we need to aim to drink 6 – 8 glasses of liquid a day, and even more if it’s hot.
Here are some top tips from Public Health England to consider during the sunny spell:
* Drink plenty of fluids
* Listen to the weather forecast and the news
* Plan ahead to avoid the heat where possible
* Dress appropriately for the weather
* Slow down when it’s hot
* Go indoors or outdoors, which ever is cooler
With that in mind and to ensure everyone was kept cool and hydrated, our wonderful staff team were stocked up with yummy ice creams and delicious ice lollies for our residents.
All Aboard
Did you know Fountains have their very own Mini Bus?!
With the luxury of having our very own transport - trips out and about will be a regular feature within our lifestyle offering.
In fact, residents enjoyed a trip to our friends at Harper Fields Care Home last week as it was our turn to hand over the Barchester Baton.
A big THANK YOU to everyone at Harper Fields for their hospitality and warm welcome.
World Chocolate Day
World Chocolate Day, sometimes referred to as International Chocolate Day, or just Chocolate Day, is an annual celebration of chocolate, occurring globally on July 7, which some suggest to be the anniversary of the introduction of chocolate to Europe in 1550.
In honour of the world famous day ‘Fountains Chocolate Fountain’ was in full swing as our residents & team tucked into the chocolatey water fall with their strawberry & marshmallow skewers.
Move over Willy Wonker!
Upcoming events
Reminiscence Cafe
Please join us for our monthly Reminiscence Cafe where we will pick a topic and talk about our memories, whilst making new friends and enjoying some refreshments.
July
Hello July! - we have another month filled with activities for our Residents and community to enjoy. Please come along.
Don't Dine Alone
We know meal times can be a lonely time for some people, that's why we're inviting local older people to join us for lunch every Friday from 12.30pm.
Room for Hire
Looking for somewhere to hold your meeting or event? We have a meeting room that is available for free to members of the local community and professionals.
