Activities at Hawthorns Care Home

We had a wonderful time when pupils from Shotton Hall Academy Drama cast in Peterlee performed the musical Annie here at Hawthorns. Residents, families, visitors and staff all really enjoyed the performance. 

We were all singing along and making memories. It was lovely to see smiles on residents' faces.           

A big thank you to The Academy at Shotton Hall pupils for treating us to the musical Annie, you were all exceptional. We look forward to seeing you perform again soon. Our residents enjoyed singing and dancing along. 

Our very own Head Chef Dav entertained our residents with a cake decorating class. Our residents enjoyed observing Dav's technique and getting involved.

At Hawthorns, we supported John’s family and hosted his 80th Birthday Party. The Head Chef was delighted to provide a buffet and the activities team helped arrange decorations. Family and friends all enjoyed the day celebrating with John and singing at karaoke.  

John said, “It was the best day he has had in a long time”.              

 John celebrated his 80th Birthday with family and friends here at Hawthorns. Everyone enjoyed singing karaoke, a delicious buffet and John celebrated with a pint of John Smiths beer.

It takes a whole team approach to make such a caring and supportive home for our residents. That’s exactly what every staff member does across all departments everyday. We have an amazing team here at Hawthorns, thank you for everything you do for our residents. As a small thank you a buffett filled with lots of delicious food was served today. 

Here at Hawthorns, we encourage active engagement in continuing to live a full and active life. Our resident, Bobby, has always kept birds and, with the help of John, Head of Maintenance and the activities team, we have helped fulfil his wish of having a small Aviary. 
Bobby ordered a handmade sign naming his aviary Canary Wharf. Bobby tends to his birds daily, which gives him a great sense of purpose, which he loves, as do other residents who enjoy visiting the garden to bird watch. 

The Aviary has had a huge impact on Bobby, giving him new confidence. He had recently ordered himself a cowboy jacket after seeing an entertainer at home wearing one. Bobby is thrilled with his new look, saying ‘I feel fantastic’.      

Here at Hawthorns we are very lucky to have our very own Harpist Mary. Mary engages with group and individual activities. She is very talented and everyone loves to see her. 

A wonderful trip out to The Merry go Round for a carvery ,desserts and drinks! Ourresidents really enjoy trips out on our very own mini-bus and we love to keep ourselves involved with the local community.