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
The great outdoors!
Fun in the sun - Residents recently enjoyed a relaxing afternoon in the homes garden as they took advantage of the late spring sunshine. Whilst enjoying the warmer weather, Residents raised a glass of their favourite tipple – sherry! or simply a cup of nice refreshing tea and a slice of cake.
Easter celebrations
We had a very hoppy Easter! We celebrated Easter in style with a whole host of themed activities and egg-cellent entertainment. Our residents enjoyed decorating the home, a special visit from our Easter bunny and an Easter Bonnet parade.
In recognition of the day, our talented chef prepared a delicious feast for all to enjoy, from carrot soup, roasted lamb and salmon with creamed spinach to tasty chocolate cake and Easter biscuits. As always, we’ve had an amazing time.
Live musical performance
Here at Hilderstone Hall we do our best to provide a wide range of activities and entertainment as part of the homes lifestyle enrichment programme and resident centred activities.
We welcomed back ‘Elvis’ for an afternoon of song as he performed a selection of classic hits including, Jail House Rock and Hound Dog which residents sang, and clapped along to before enjoying a refreshing cup of tea and a slice of homemade cake.
The 'Ukulele Man'
Residents at Hilderstone Hall were delighted to welcome Tim, ‘Ukulele Man’ to the home for a live performance. Everyone enjoys their music and live entertainers. Coral Brown, Deputy Manager said: “It was brilliant to see the residents light up when the music started and to see and hear them singing along to the songs they knew!”
St Patrick's Day
We celebrated St Patrick’s Day in recognition of the patron saint and national apostle of Ireland. The home was decorated with shamrocks and we all enjoyed exploring the Irish culture through a variety of themed activities.
Our residents marked the day by making shamrock decorations; learning some Irish words and phrases whilst listening to Irish music. Our talented chef prepared a fantastic spread of traditional Irish dishes for all to enjoy, all washed down with Guinness and Irish whiskey. Our residents had a brilliant day today.
The King is in the building!
Our home was transformed into Graceland as we welcomed the ‘King’ for an afternoon of song and dance with a popular entertainer.
It is estimated that Elvis has sold over one billion records worldwide so to honour the undisputed King of Rock & Roll, we all enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of music, fun and dancing.
Our residents found out some interesting facts about Elvis that they haven’t heard before, and everyone had a wonderful time.
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....
