Activities at Hunters 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.
Ben Sandall
Hello I am Ben and I am the Activities Coordinator at Hunters. I started working at Hunters as part of the hospitality team, but when a vacancy came up on the activities team I jumped at the opportunity. I have seen how important a varied activities programme is and the team ensure we offer something for everyone including regular past times.
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 Hunters Care Home
Special Delivery
This week Bikes & Trikes UK visited the home with goodie bags filled with toiletries and chocolate for all of the residents. Bikes and Trikes UK raise money for Dementia UK and support local care homes with donations and fund raising. The residents were delighted to see Andrea and Nigel from Bikes and Trikes coming down the drive laden with gifts and then to be visited by none other than Santa Claus to hand out the gifts. Thank you so much for the generous gifts you have made all of the residents Christmas.
Elf Mischief!
A big thank you to Charmaine for sending us this fun picture. Charmaine’s Mother lives on our Memory Lane Community and it seems as if the Elves on the Shelves have been up to all sorts of mischief in her house over the weekend!
Five Star Rating
Well done to the kitchen team at Hunters who after a recent inspection maintained the highest level of a five star hygiene rating. The team led by Head Chef Leo Vilaca strive to not only maintain standards but also look at every possible way to improve the running of the kitchen and the service provided to the residents. One of the team Lauren was not in to have her photograph taken but she is also a big part of the continued success.
Carols and Afternoon Tea
This afternoon the residents enjoyed a carol concert from the volunteers from Mind Song. The volunteers braved the chilly weather to stand in the courtyard garden and sing seasonal songs. There was a lovely atmosphere with everyone around the courtyard joining in. The residents then enjoyed a traditional afternoon tea.
Christmas Magic
At Hunters we are so lucky to have the use of a mobile magic table, it really is versatile being able to take the fun games into resident’s bedrooms with the interactive projections. The table has seasonal games and we have been using it to bring Christmas cheer to the residents. It’s amazing to see the look of wonder on people’s faces as they interact and play with the games.
Christmas Jumper Day!
Hunters residents and staff all enjoyed the fun of dressing up in their Christmas finery for Christmas Jumper Day. The day culminated in a staff jumper parade with the residents choosing the best outfit. The winner this year was Arabella who had accessorised her outfit perfectly. There was also a prize for the best resident’s jumper but the decision was so difficult it was decided to share the prize of chocolates amongst everyone!
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
