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
National Trust talk
Our homes had a fantastic time joining National Trust Talks Service team at Cliveden House for an inspirational talk on Nancy Astor – the first woman to take a seat in the House of Commons.
Our residents had the opportunity to learn more about the fascinating life of Nancy and her political career. As the first women MP, she experienced both attention and scandal throughout her life, which led to many triumphs and numerous disasters. The talk was truly enjoyed by all.
Joanne's extra special ticket for her service
Congratulations to Hostess, Joanne Macari who was rewarded for her efforts when she received an Invitation from Ian Dudson CBE KstJ. HM Lord-Lieutenant of Staffordshire to attend the Platinum Jubilee Garden Party at The Staffordshire County Show for going above and beyond in her role as Hostess at the care home
Joanne has worked at Hilderstone Hall for more than 14 years and was nominated to represent Hilderstone Hall, in the care home category, by colleagues who felt she really deserved extra recognition for the amazing work she does every day. Within the role as a Hospitality Hostess Joanne strives to create a stimulating environment for residents so that everyone receives the all-round care and support they deserve.
During the pandemic Joanne adapted her role to include coordinating family visits by appointment to the visiting POD and managing the very important infection control policy for visitors by checking evidence of vaccines and carrying out the LFD tests and this was recognised by the organisers of the special event.
A Jolly Jubilee
We celebrated Her Majesty the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in style by hosting a garden party with an Afternoon tea, Ice cream on the lawn together with games & challenges for all!
Staff wore jolly colours of red, white and blue to mark the occasion. The tombola proved very popular with a lot of happy winners and the cake bake sale raised a brilliant £71.50 for the Resident's fund.
Ferndown florist demo
Our homes had a lovely time joining Sue and Nicole from Ferndown Florist for an intriguing flower arrangement workshop in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Our residents enjoyed a wonderful virtual demonstration and got inspired to create their own flower posies for our Jubilee displays. Our home will be specially decorated for the upcoming festivities. Stay tuned.
Senior Health and Fitness Day
On Senior Health & Fitness Day we met mid morning in the grand sitting room for an invigorating and fun filled chair Zumba Class!
We also had a lovely sociable chat over healthy refreshments including fresh fruit salad cups served with a selection of fruit and herbal teas. Everyone agreed this was a great was to start the day.
Book corner with Graham Whitlock
We had a lovely time joining Graham Whitlock for an exciting virtual event to discuss his book ‘The Crystal Palace Chronicles: Star of Nimrod’.
Our residents were thrilled to find out more about the book and the fictional character Joe, who went on a rollercoaster adventure travelling back in time to the heyday of Victorian Crystal Palace.
Everyone had lots of fun during the virtual talk, as Graham took them on a clever and hilarious adventure. A great time was had by all.
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....
