Activities at Hilderstone Hall Care Home
Our activities team are, first and foremost, devoted to each and every resident in the home, and strive to ensure that their interests, hobbies, capabilities and individual requests are met to the highest standard. This could include one-to-one chats, hand massages, reading, music therapy, flower arranging, movement to music, arts & crafts, gardening and baking. We also have regular fun, adventurous and stimulating trips, where we encourage families and loved ones to join us. We have close links with the Alzheimer's Society, the local primary school, and Trinity Skills who come to sing with residents. All the staff at Hilderstone Hall participate in activities with residents, offering encouragement, stimulation and interaction for everyone involved, providing the most fulfilling experience possible.
Ellie Robinson
Hi, my name is Ellie and I am the Activities Co-ordinator here at Hilderstone Hall.
I joined the team in November 2024 having previously worked in hospitality and event planning. I am not new to working in healthcare - earlier in my career I trained and worked as a Care Assistant and obtained my NVQ Level 2 and Higher Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
I bring bags of energy and enthusiasm and I enjoy spending time with Residents, getting to know them individually, their personalities, likes and dislikes. Ultimately, this enables me to plan and deliver a tailored activities programme to suit their wants and needs.
I am also a qualified florist, which supports the creativity involved in the role and I can inspire Residents to participate in regular and new activities and events.
Outside of work, I am a Mum to my young Son, which keeps me busy! In my spare time my family and I enjoy getting out in the the fresh air for walks and there is usually a coffee and cake stop too!
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 Hilderstone Hall Care Home
Employee of the Month
Congratulations to Hostess Jo Macari who has been awarded Employee of the Month for the month of October. Jo's nominations included "always going above and beyond" in her role and for being a "fabulous human"
Each month, staff, residents, visitors, families and friends are all encouraged to vote for any member of staff for the monthly award and to help us celebrate success. The nomination forms and voting box is displayed in the home's reception. We look forward to rewarding the monthly winners each time.
Bonfire night fun
Happy Bonfire night from everyone at Hilderstone Hall.
We enjoyed a mini firework display, mulled wine, hotdogs and tasty toffee apples. We welcomed family and friends to join in the fun and all had a super evening.
Happy Birthday Richard
We are wishing A very Happy Birthday to Richard from us all at Hilderstone Hall!
Chef Sharon presented a beautiful home made birthday cake that was shared with friends, residents and carers throughout the afternoon.
Spooktacular fun
Here at Hilderstone Hall we got into the spooky Halloween spirit of things by creating an autumnal display with painted and carved pumpkins.
We hosted a fun-filled afternoon with delicious Halloween inspired treats and themed music
Some of our residents preferred to paint and decorate pumpkins and to dress up for the occasion, others got involved in themed quizzes and games, and enjoyed watching Halloween films. Visitor Ziggy the dog also enjoyed observing the spooky fun!
We all had a spooktacular time!
To find out more about life at Hilderstone Hall, please visit our website: https://www.barchester.com/home/hilderstone-hall-care-home/life-at-our-…
Beautiful bouquets
We had a fantastic time joining members of the Wallace Collection for an amazing sensory session. During the live virtual experience, our residents explored one of the museum’s most beautiful Dutch flower paintings and learnt new drawing techniques. We cannot wait to put our creative skills to a test and produce beautiful paintings of our own. Thank you for the lovely talk, we all had lots of fun.
Exploring Royal Botanical Garden
Our homes had a wonderful virtual tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh with Community Engagement Manager, Charlotte Walker, and Botanic Cottage Operations Co-ordinator, Laura Gallagher. Residents were thrilled to learn more about the history of the beautiful Garden, which is now a home to an impressive plant collection from around the world.
Charlotte and Laura also gave us a demonstration of making fresh herbal tea and were happy to answer our questions. The virtual experience was truly enjoyed by all who joined.
Upcoming events
Christmas Respite Stay
Do you know someone that would enjoy some company, good food and fun over the festive period? We are welcoming in new residents to join in the fun.
January Open Day
Happy New Year!
Please join us for our first Open Day of 2025, meet the team and tour the home taking in all that Hilderstone Hall has to offer you or your loved one.
Don't Dine Alone
We understand mealtimes can be lonely, but you are not alone. Join us at Hilderstone Hall for a hearty meal and some good company. Please call reception to book.
Take a Break With Us
Come and take a break with us - we offer a warm drink any time you need it! Pop in on your break....
