Activities at Glebefields 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.
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience, and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
Kay Boland
Hi, my name is Kay and I’m the Activities Lead for all things ‘Life Enrichment’ at Glebefields care home in Drayton, Banbury.
Throughout my career within the care industry, I have thrived o the many challenges presented and developed immense satisfaction through enabling others. As an activities coordinator, I act with integrity and always ensure that I place residents at the heart of what I do. I work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to help create and maintain a robust service. I am committed to my personal and professional development which aligns Health and Social Care core values, providing diversity, empowerment, equality and independence for all residents.
Making links with local groups and organisations to ensure our residents remain part of the local community is a key part of my role, if you would like to make contact with me and our residents, please feel free to call me on 01733 246840 or drop me an email Glebefields.activities@barchester.com
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 Glebefields Care Home
Happy St David's Day!
Celebrations were under way at Glebefields care home, as residents and staff marked St. David’s Day. Our residents and staff got crafty making St David's Day-themed crafts, and we decorated the home with Welsh flags and daffodils.
We watched Wales tours and traditional dances on TV, and enjoyed delicious Welsh cakes and tea in the afternoon. It was wonderful to see everyone go to so much effort to get involved with the day’s celebrations.
Flipping Fun on Pancake Day
Our residents and staff came together to celebrate Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, in the most delicious way by flipping pancakes and customising them with their favourite toppings. From classic lemon and sugar to indulgent chocolate and fruit, everyone had a wonderful time making and eating their perfect pancake.
Pancake Day has been celebrated in the UK for centuries. Traditionally, Shrove Tuesday marks the day before Lent, a period of fasting leading up to Easter. It was a way for people to use up rich ingredients like eggs, milk, and flour before the fasting period began. Over time, it has become a fun and much-loved tradition, with pancake races and flipping challenges taking place across the country.
It was a lovely day with laughter, teamwork, and, of course, plenty of tasty treats. A big thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and made it a truly flipping fantastic celebration.
A Fantastic Minibus Trip to Barn Farm Plants & Antiques Centre
Tom, Margaret, and Sheila had a fantastic morning out with staff Kay and Sheela on a trip to Barn Farm Plants & Antiques Centre.
They loved wandering through the beautiful plants, browsing all the unique antiques, and soaking up the lovely atmosphere. Of course, a hot drink and a toasted tea cake was a must.
Everyone had a great time, chatting, laughing, and enjoying a relaxing break together. We love seeing our residents out and about, making memories and enjoying special moments.
London Fashion Week
We had a brilliant time celebrating London Fashion Week and reminiscing about their favourite fashions over the years. From the Swinging Sixties, typified by Mary Quant, Ossie Clark and Barbara Hulanicki’s Biba, through to Vivienne Westwood’s punk provocations and Alexander McQueen’s dark and dramatic visions, London has a long legacy of producing extraordinary design, but the first London Fashion Week didn’t take place until 1984.
Staff and residents at Glebefields care home used London Fashion Week as a great excuse to talk about what fashion means to them and to reminisce about different outfits they have worn over the years. Staff and residents swapped photos of their favourite outfits, talked about clothes they had made themselves or that they had bought or had made for special occasions. As part of the celebration, they even designed their own favourite clothes.
Joan, a resident at Glebefields care home, commented: “I have always loved clothes and keeping up with the latest trends. I used to make my own outfits when I was younger. I had a little sewing machine and I would look at what the models were wearing in the fashion magazines and run myself up something similar to wear to the dance."
Residents enjoy a new activity
Learning to play the ukulele with thanks to Eric Kingdon, a professional ukulele tutor from Gumbley's Music School, who will be inspiring our residents to strum a few chords.
Fun and laughter was had by all who came along. Especially for Barry, who was a professional mandolin musician, travelling the world entertaining everyone. Barry decided to give up the mandolin due to health and has not picked up a musical instrument since, so this was a big achievement for him. He took to the ukulele like a duck to water. Well done Barry, we are so proud of you.
Valentine's Day Celebrations!
Glebefields Care Home celebrated Valentine's Day in style. Our home was decorated with flowers, cards, and sweets, spreading joy and love to all. Staff and residents came together to make the day special, sharing roses, sweet treats, and warm wishes.
The afternoon's cake-cutting ceremony and tea party were a delightful highlight, accompanied by the talented Vintage Ruby's beautiful songs. We're so grateful for the love and connection that fills our home every day. Happy Valentine's Day from our Glebefields family to yours.
