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.

Enriching life
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Lisa Everson

Activities Coordinator & Speak Up Champion

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! 

Life-encriching activities booklet

Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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

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St Patrick's Day

We celebrated with exercise and Irish dancing in the morning, followed by refreshments. Our kitchen produced a tasty themed menu, including Guinness mousse and Irish stew. In the afternoon we had Jon McDevitt via Zoom singing some Irish tunes. 

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Real Bread Week

Residents enjoyed a selection of freshly baked breads, including three cheese, cranberry, raisin and cashew, rustic white baguette and chutneys.

They enjoyed a glass of wine alongside and chatted the afternoon away. We also catered for our residents that needed it by having gluten free bread for them.

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Valentine's Disco

Residents and staff dressed up, listened to music and danced. We had a chocolate fountain with fruit and marshmallows to dip in, plus sparkling drinks.

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Smoothie Making

We started the new year on a healthy foot by creating a variety of smoothies, which benefit our health by giving a boost of Vitamin C, fighting those antitoxins and balancing our urinary tract health.

The smoothies were enjoyed by both staff and residents to give that much needed boost in the new year.

Christmas Pod Grotto

On a sunny Sunday, families of staff and residents were invited to visit Father Christmas in his specially adapted pod grotto. We shared songs, presents and Christmas wishes. Father Christmas even got a surprise visit from his not so little boy.

Elf Day

We have been raising money for the Alzheimer's Society throughout December with a variety of events, including Elf Day, an in-house tombola, ancard and cake competition and Christmas bingo, plus much more.

Upcoming events

Rescue, Rehabilitation And Rehoming: The work of Raystede Centre For Animal Welfare

We’ll be joined by Sue Suckling from Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare, who will be  providing an insight into Raystede’s history and what they do.

Teddy Bears Picnic

Adults and Children alike please bring along a picnic to enjoy in our beautiful gardens with your favourite teddy bear on Thursday 25th July from 2pm.

Monthly Dementia Café

Come along to our complimentary, monthly Café and meet with friends over light refreshments, and enjoy the variety of activities and entertainment

Carers Café

Are you caring for a relative or a friend? Would you like to meet people in a similar situation? Would you like some time for you?

Bookable Respite Room

We are delighted to share that we now have pre-bookable respite stays available at our wonderful home throughout the Summer.