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
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year 2022 starts on 1st February and our residents have been preparing some mindfulness art sessions. Taking time to concentrate each colour choice and keeping within the lines on of these intricate Chinese lantern posters which helped them feel calm and relaxed.
2022 is the ‘Year of the Tiger’
'Tigers are ‘courageous and active people who love a good challenge and adventure in life’ – sounds just like our residents.
No Bake Cakes
Whatever age you are, 'no bake' chocolate crispy cakes are always fun to make... and eat!
Senior Advice for 2022
New Year resolutions aside, our wonderful residents decided to provide the younger generation with some words of wisdom and advice;
Jean age 94 'Live your life without hurting others'
Muriel age 89 'Be caring, be happy, be curious'
Paul age 70 'Travel, be happy'
Bert age 90 'Don't grow old; I've tried it and I'm not going to try it again!'
Happy New Year from all at Glebefields care home. We're looking forward to welcoming new residents on the completion of our ground floor renovations scheduled for early March 2022.
Christmas Cake Competition - Winners!
Congratulations!
Our clever residents have won the Barchester Christmas Cake Competition. Their cake shown out for its sweet treat detail, colour and overall creativity. And everyone at Glebefields and confirm it tasted pretty great too! Well done to all the residents involved, you really are super chefs.
Employee of the Month - November 2021
Glebefields care home residents and colleagues wish to congratulate Snobia on receiving Employee of the Month for November 2021.
Snobia is an amazing care assistant, she always helps out everyone. Often steps to help with activities to ensure our residents are looked after and they enjoy their day. She has helped out in the kitchen, no job is too big for her; she is appreciated by all the residents and team members.
She’s an essential part of the Glebefields team. We all hope Snobia enjoys her voucher and Barchester accolade, it’s very much deserved.
Christmas Wreath Competition
Our residents enjoyed getting together to design and decorate our Christmas wreath that will enter the Barchester Wreath Competition.
We had a virtual wreath making masterclass to help them get some ideas and our Activities Coordinator; Kay assisted the residents in bringing their imagination to life. She organised a little workshop with amazing decorations to put on our wreath.
Paul, Alvar and Myrtle have designed a beautiful wreath using cinnamon sticks, mix of dried fruits, small bits of pussywillow, few pine cones, red berries and red Christmas ribbon.
Well done to you all the wreath looks amazing, we are very proud of our crafty team here at Glebefields.
Upcoming events
Community Games Afternoon
We're welcoming our local community, families and friends for a lovely weekly get-together. Please join us every Thursday from 14:00-15:30 for fun and games.
Community Knit & Natter
Please join us on the second Tuesday of every month 2pm - 4pm. Enjoy friendly company as you knit and natter over tea, coffee and cake!
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 Wednesday 12.30-14.30pm, call now to book.
Community Scrabble Club
Join us every Thursday 11:00am - 12:30pm for a friendly game of Scrabble in a relaxed setting, come and test your word skills and make new friends.
