Activities at Hurstwood View 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.
Lisa Everson
I’m Lisa, Activities Coordinator here at Hurstwood View.
I’ve been working at Hurstwood View in varying departments since 2017, shortly after the birth of my second child. With a strong background in Marketing, events, and community engagement - Activities is a great fit for me! I love arranging events and making a difference to our residents’ day. I’ve never danced so much since working here, no day is ever the same, and we really do have so much fun!
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 Hurstwood View Care Home
International Women's Day!
It’s #internationalwomensday today, and we’ve been celebrating all the wonderful ladies in our Hurstwood View community.
This morning saw us discussing women that have been inspirational to us personally over the years. Feedback included our own mothers, sisters and female figures on a professional level.
Michelle has been in the home this afternoon delivering daffodils to all our lovely ladies, and will be on Memory Lane later listening to music from our top female musicians! Happy International Women’s Day.
Five Ash Down Chapel
We are so lucky to have Five Ash Down Chapel, who visit us on the last Sunday of the month at 4:15pm. Hosting an informal service, they discuss news from around the world, read prayers and sing a selection of hymns.
We find our residents get great comfort from this monthly service, and it’s always gratefully received. If you have a loved one living with us here at Hurstwood View and would like to attend, please do! Everyone welcome.
70th Wedding Anniversary
Today was the most wonderful day, as we celebrated our resident, John, and his wife, Joy’s 70th wedding anniversary. What an amazing achievement. We couldn’t possibly have let this special day pass without making a fuss of them both.
We were joined by our favourite accordionist, Su, and all of their friends and family here at Hurstwood View. Keen dancers, John and Joy even enjoyed a dance together to celebrate. Our lounge on Memory Lane was decorated for the occasion, and the prossecco was flowing.
Congratulations John and Joy on 70 years of marriage. You’re an inspiration to us all.
Chinese New Year!
We celebrated Chinese New Year with a private dining experience in our Autumn Lounge. Residents loved this chance to socialise and dine in our beautifully themed lounge.
With a delicious lunch made by our chefs, everyone enjoyed a taste of China. We love hosting these special experiences, a great opportunity for our residents to make new friends too!
Bob Marley's Birthday!
Had Bob Marley been alive today, yesterday would have been his 80th birthday! We celebrated on Memory Lane by listening to some of his greatest hits, including ‘One Love’ and ‘Who shot the sheriff’.
Our wonderful Chef, Suman, delivered tropical cocktails too, to get us in the spirit! Happy Birthday #BobMarley, may you live on through your wonderful music.
Valentine's Day Celebrations!
Valentine's well and truly hit Hurstwood View today. So much so, we didn’t even get time to take many photos!
Lunchtime saw us hosting a selection of residents and their partners in our Café. With beautiful table settings, the menu was also themed to include elements of red, the colour of love. This afternoon, we enjoyed a ballroom dancing performance from Mr & Mrs Happy Feet. We were delighted to see some of the audience participating too! We can’t believe how many of you were keen dancers in days gone by.
All of our residents were treated to a red rose, which brought many smiles.
Happy Valentine's Day to all of our residents, friends and followers.
Upcoming events
Easter Magic Show
Join us in our Café as we celebrate Easter with a fun interactive magic show by Marco the Magician.
Toddler Group
Join us for a morning of play, singing and stories in our monthly baby and toddler group.
Indian Taster Afternoon
We will be serving a selection of delicious dishes, homemade by our talented Chef, Suman. £10 per adult, £5 per child.
