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.
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 Glebefields Care Home
Happy Birthday 'Stanley'
Please join us in wishing 'Stanley' a very happy 93rd birthday! He's such a lovely gentleman, it was wonderful to surprise him with a homemade cake, card and gift. Happy birthday from all at Glebefields we hope you had a day as super as you!
Summer Fête - What a Fabulous Day!
Our staff and residents would like to send a big THANK YOU to all the friends, family and members of the local community who came together to enjoy our annual Summer Fete on Saturday 29th July.
We were delighted to see different generations having fun together all enjoying the variety of activities on offer throughout the day including Hook-a-Duck and Lolly Lottery. We had a Tombola and Raffle that saw many fabulous prize winners.
There was something for everyone with a showcase of independent Craft and Cake stalls, visiting ice cream van and live entertainment from local singer ‘Vintage Ruby’ who kept the rain away with her beautiful vocals!
Nisha Shaji, General Manager at the home, said: “Staff at Glebefields are dedicated to making sure that the home is a hub of the local community, and this event, along with all their hard work, has definitely paid off. It was a resounding success!”
Summer Fête Preparations
Our residents have been busy getting the banners and raffle tickets ready for our annual Summer Fete on Saturday 29th July. We're all getting very excited and praying for good weather!
Although a little rain won’t dampen our spirits, we’re up for a fabulous party, we look forward to seeing you there for a fun filled day of games and live entertainment.
Employee of the Month - June 2023
Glebefields care home residents and colleagues wish to congratulate Maintenance Manager; Ricki Whitton on receiving Employee of the Month. Ricki has been nominated by his colleagues, and the residents of Glebefields for being always being kind and working hard every day to ensure our home remains safe for all our residents and staff. General Manager; Nisha said, "Ricki has the health & safety needs of the Glebefields family at his heart, whatever is required he makes it happen. He’s even created several beautiful planters from recycled items to brighten our grounds. We hope he enjoys spending his gift voucher and thank him for his continued hard work and dedication.”
Day Trip to Yarnton Garden Centre
A happy band of residents have been out exploring the local area again, this time they visited Yarnton Home & Garden. Tom, Sheila, Cynthia, Edith and Ivy has a super time, with its wonderful collection of indoor and outdoor plants, sensational food hall and café with a delicious menu full of seasonal delights.
We were all spoilt for choice at lunch and as we wondered through the centre our residents picked lots of plants for the Glebefields gardener; George to consider planting.
Our Gorgeous Grandmas
On the 23rd July we celebrated ‘National Gorgeous Grandma Day’ and the beautiful grandmothers, nannies and grannies within our home got an extra special treat.
The Glebefields grandmas have style and panache, they may knit and natter but you’d giggle at the subjects our ladies cover, they enjoy champagne and chocolates not just a cuppa!
Today, they received hair and hand pampers, and individual sweet treats before joining together for a slice of fresh cream cake and tipple of their choice before afternoon tea.
Happy Gorgeous Grandma Day ladies, we think you're simply the best!
