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
National Cream Tea Day
Today we embraced the tradition of celebrating 'National Cream Tea Day' with an afternoon of indulgence. Cream scones, finger sandwiches, Battenberg cake, jam tarts, and an array of nibbles graced our tables, offering a delightful feast for the senses. Accompanied by ample servings of tea, our taste buds revelled in the harmonious flavours that filled the air.
To enhance the festivities, engaging quizzes sparked friendly competition and lively conversations amongst residents. The atmosphere was one of shared enjoyment and camaraderie as we celebrated together.Here's to honouring the timeless tradition of cream tea and cherishing the moments of togetherness it brings!"
Evangelical Church Inspires
Inspirational Visit from Pastor David Cooke and Friends
Glebefields Care Home had the pleasure of hosting Pastor David Cooke and his friends from Banbury Evangelical Church for a meaningful and uplifting gathering. Residents and staff had a lovely conversation filled with words of wisdom, accompanied by the beautiful melodies of hymns.
The presence of Pastor David Cooke and his friends brought a sense of warmth and spiritual connection to our community. Their words of encouragement and shared experiences resonated deeply, offering solace and inspiration to all in attendance.
Together, we joined in singing hymns that touched our hearts and uplifted our spirits. It was a time of reflection, gratitude, and the sharing of faith.
June Birthday Girls
In the month of June, we had the joy of celebrating not just one, but two special birthdays at Glebefields Care Home. On June 8th, we gathered to honor Sheila's birthday, followed by a delightful celebration on June 12th for Ivy's special day.
Surrounded by their loved ones, fellow residents, and dedicated staff, Sheila and Ivy blew out the candles on their beautifully decorated birthday cakes. As a surprise, we presented Sheila and Ivy with special gifts to make their birthdays even more memorable.
Here's to Sheila, Ivy, and all our June birthdays! May the year ahead be filled with happiness, good health, and countless cherished memories.
Sharing Community Events
Come along to Banbury Library to meet the manager of Glebefields care home in Drayton village who is on hand to tell everyone about the FREE to attend weekly and monthly activities open to the local community.
It is our aim to combat loneliness across Oxfordshire and welcome new people to join our resident groups, make new friends and have fun.
Activities include Knit & Natter, Book Club and Community cafe plus larger events like our Summer Fête. See you soon!
If you're not free to meet us today, we have an Open Day at the home on Saturday 1st July, please pop over and enjoy the activities on offer that day, and have a slice of cake with our residents and the team.
Ladies Day at Ascot Races
A Delightful Afternoon of Elegance and Excitement! Glebefields Care Home hosted a fabulous Ladies Day event as residents indulged in the exhilarating atmosphere of live horse racing at Ascot.
With mocktails in hand and delectable nibbles on the table, we enjoyed every moment of the races. The anticipation, the cheers, and the friendly competition made it an unforgettable experience.
let's not forget the delightful chocolate prizes that brought smiles to everyone's faces.
It was a lovely afternoon filled with camaraderie, laughter, and the thrill of the races. We cherished the memories created and are already looking forward to the next exciting event.
Creativity Unleashed
Unleash Your Creativity with Ribberty Rabbit's Simple Coloring Session!
We had a fantastic time at Glebefields Care Home as Emma from Ribberty Rabbit led us through a delightful session of simple coloring. Residents Stanley, Barry, Ivy, Cynthia, Edith, Helen, gathered together to explore the world of colors and let their imagination run wild.
Under Emma's guidance, we discovered the joy of filling blank pages with vibrant hues. The atmosphere was filled with tranquility as we immersed ourselves in the soothing strokes of our paints. It was a moment of pure relaxation and self-expression.
