Activities at Glebefields Care Home
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
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 Glebefields Care Home
Christmas Jumper Day
Christmas Jumper Day at Glebefields and the festive vibes are in full swing! Residents and staff are rocking their cheerful jumpers, adding a touch of holiday joy to the day. What makes it even better is that we're not just having fun; we're also supporting Save the Children. Each jumper is a symbol of kindness, making this day extra special. Join us in making the world a bit brighter together!
Christmas Farye Fun for All!
We had an incredible time at Glebefields Care Home's Christmas Fayre!
Thanks to everyone who joined us for a festive afternoon filled with joy and laughter. The craft stalls added a touch of creativity, and the excitement of the Tombola and Raffle kept the energy high. Our home made cake stall was a sweet delight, and the hot refreshments, especially the favourite mulled wine, along with mince pies, warmed our hearts.
A special shout out to our lovely resident Ivy, who nailed the "Guess How Many Sweets in a Jar" game, hitting the sweet spot with 93 chocolates! The village stalls were a hit, offering cosy knitted wear, beautifully decorated pots, paintings, cakes, sweets, crafts, and gem jewellery. The festive spirit was in full swing!
Santa stole hearts, bringing smiles to both young and old. Everyone received special gifts, making the day even more magical. A big thank you to the villagers and participants for making this event a success! Your contributions added sparkle to our festive celebration.
General Manager Nisha Shaji shared, "It was very happy to see the community come together for our Christmas Fayre. The creativity and generosity on display truly made it a special occasion. Thank you to everyone who contributed and participated, making it a memorable event for all."
Elf Day Celebrations
Elf Day celebrations at Glebefields was wonderful! Residents and staff got into the festive spirit by dressing up in elf costumes. Our activity coordinator, Kay, shared the fascinating history of Elf Day, making the celebration even more special.
As part of the fun, everyone wore elf hats, enjoyed some laughs with elf jokes, and took part in lively elf quizzes. The atmosphere was filled with joy and togetherness, kicking off the holiday season with a delightful Elf Day celebration.
Happy Birthday 'Edith'
We had a celebration for our beloved resident Edith's birthday, joined by both residents and staff. Edith enjoyed a lovely pink cake, making a wish and beaming with a beautiful smile as she blew out the candle. To add to the happiness, Edith received a surprise gift a lovely cardigan and her favourite sweets. The evening was filled with love and celebration, making it truly special!
World Children’s Day
Staff and residents had a wonderful time reminiscing about their childhoods on World Children’s Day, which took place on November 20. Everyone got into the spirit of the day receiving visits from their grandchildren, enjoying childhood sweets and treats, remembering how their childhoods differ from their grandchildren’s today, listening to staff tell stories about their childhoods spent in other countries etc. They loved remembering all the positives from times gone by, thinking about how much things have changed and learning about each other’s experiences.
We had Little Sparrow Nursery Kids who came to visit our lovely residents and read them two stories. Residents were very happy to see the kids. Marlene said that it’s good to be a kid rather than growing up because kids are very innocent and innocence faces are admired by everyone. Celebrated annually on November 20, World Children’s Day is supported by UNICEF and aims to help save children’s lives and defend their rights in 190 countries around the world.
General Manager Nisha Shaji said: “Our residents love interacting with children, their absolute favourite thing is when children come to visit. It has been so lovely for many of them to have visits from their grandchildren and local school children. World Children’s Day is a great way for our residents to reminisce about their childhoods and share stories.”
International Men's Day
Yesterday, we had a great time celebrating International Men's Day with treats and games. Our senior resident Ray took the lead in cutting the cake and Deputy Manager shared the history and theme of International Men's Day, explaining why it's important this year.
She sent warm wishes to all the great men, making it a day full of togetherness and happiness! After cutting the cake and having meaningful talks, everyone had a lot of fun with puzzles and word games. It was a fantastic way to keep the celebration going, adding joy and laughter to the day.
