Activities at Hyacinth House Care Home
Our home is always full of life, and we can thank our wonderful Activities Coordinators for this. Dedication to creating a unique and interesting activities programme is what sets us apart from other homes. We always take into consideration that some people would prefer to pursue their own interests, which is why our team strive to incorporative activities that cater to a wide range of tastes and hobbies. Our trips out are always fun and exciting as well, and residents are guaranteed to return with stories to tell their loved ones!
Tammy Carpenter
Hello, my name is Tammy, I am the Activities coordinator. I joined Hyacinth House as one of the Night Seniors, I am so happy and proud to be part of the Hyacinth team. All my colleagues are so passionate about our journey together and what we are doing, we all share the Barchester values and keep them at the forefront of our minds.
My journey into the Care Sector started more than 6 years ago, initially working as Agency to see if I was the right fit for care work. I instantly fell in love with all aspects of care and getting the chance to work in difference places, gaining experience and knowledge, working and caring for a variety of people in their homes and in a residential/dementia care setting. I've learnt so much and I completed my NVQ Level 3 and continue to pursue further qualifications.
I enjoy getting to know our residents, learning about them as an individual; their likes, dislikes, and their lives outside the home. I am very passionate about improving the lives of those I support and the importance of continuing their interests.
In my personal life I am very active, with family life and with two Cocker Spaniels, there is never a dull moment. With a passion for adventure and hiking, with water sports thrown in and always up for trying something new. Also a keen photographer, I enjoy getting my camera out to capture moments.
I look forward to welcoming you at Hyacinth, and capturing the moments we create together.
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 Hyacinth House Care Home
Don't Dine Alone, every Thursday.
We had the most delightful lunch Thursday, bringing our wonderful community members together for a three course meal to combat loneliness and it's on us!
Our Head Chef prepared delicious menu options including Butternut Squash & Red Lentil Soup with a Homemade Bread Roll, Braised pork steak with caramelised apple or Grilled Salmon with a creamy parsley sauce and to finish off with a melt in the mouth Eton Mess or Fresh Berries and Pomegranate Fruit Salad.
We surprised one lovely couple with a card and bouquet of flowers after we found out they will be celebrating their 68th Anniversary next week. When asked their secret, they said "Just love each other" Many congratulations!
It's heartwarming to see how food can bring us all closer together in the fight to combat loneliness. If you would like to join us or know someone that would benefit from great company and conversation and a delicious meal please get in touch, booking is essential.
A great start to the day!
We want to express our sincere gratitude to Wimborne Minster Chamber of Trade & Commerce for allowing us to host their September Networking breakfast this morning.
Thank you to all the wonderful members that joined us for an enjoyable morning of sharing insights, great conversations and growing connections.
Exciting arrival at Hyacinth House!
Today we're overjoyed to welcome Eveline to Hyacinth House! Here's a heartwarming photo of her unlocking the door to her room.
We're thrilled to have Eveline as part of our Hyacinth family and can't wait to make her feel right at home amidst the luxury and comfort Hyacinth has to offer. We are dedicated to ensuring her life with us is filled with happiness and cherished moments.
Welcome home Eveline!
A big THANKS to....
We want to recognise and give our gratitude to a few others for their help in making our VIP Open Day that bit more special and easier!
Peter Sykes, Chairman at Stapehill Village Hall and Diane at the Fox & Hounds Wimborne for providing our guests with parking facilities so close to our home.
Sally, Keith & Team at local florist Carnival Flowers! See their website https://www.carnivalflowers.co.uk/ You understood our vision on how we wanted to decorate the home for our VIP Open Day and your stunning arrangements nailed it! Beautiful button holes for staff and the recipients of the bouquet gifts were thrilled too. The displays were then donated to our sister homes after the event for their residents to admire. Our pictures really do not do them justice!
It's Official!
Our new luxury care home had it's doors officially opened in style, our Grand Opening was performed by the Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Krissy Stamp and Barchester’s CEO, Dr Pete Calveley.
Kamila, General Manager and her team welcomed further special guest Colin Weston MBE JP, The High Sheriff of Dorset along with Hyacinth's first resident who is excited to move in, plus many key members of the community and local businesses. We would like to thank you all, including our Head Office team for making it a resounding success!
A BIG thank you to our neighbours and community
We at Hyacinth House wanted to express our gratitude to our neighbours and the community for their support during the extensive refurbishment at Hyacinth House. The Team decided on a Cheese & Wine evening and all were invited.
The Chefs served impressive Charcuterie trays piled high with a selection of cheeses, cured meats, crackers, chutneys and more, with a variety of wines to sample, which were enjoyed by all.
Our evening also featured the talents of Nigel Revill, local guitarist and singer. He performed a range of classic hits including Hotel California (The Eagles), Everyday (Buddy Holly), which many of the guests sang along to. Nigel said “I had some lovely comments from the guests about the music and your beautiful care home. It's hard to recognise the old home compared to what you now have - absolutely glorious.”
Many more wonderful comments and feedback was received today from our guests one said “Thank you and your team very much for your kind hospitality last night. You all made us feel very welcome and gave us an insight into the excellent facilities and happy atmosphere future residents may enjoy”
Another wrote “I would like to thank you all, for the very warm welcome you all gave us and the refreshments, which we very much enjoyed! The home is spectacular, warm, homely, very tastefully decorated and I am sure your residents will be very happy there.
Kamila Gagala, General Manager at the home, said: “Staff at Hyacinth House are dedicated to making sure that the home is a hub of the local community, this event was to welcome them back in to show our appreciation for their support, we had a lovely evening meeting them all and were proud to show off our fabulous new home."
Upcoming events
The Chitter Chatter Club
Anne Anderson's - The Chitter Chatter Club!.
Every 1st Friday of the month, It's free and for everyone.
Loneliness brings us together, not apart!
Wimborne, Ladies Who Latte - Hosted by Shelley Barker.
Relaxed networking for women in business 10am-11.30am Hosted by Shelley Barker https://uw.partners/shelley.barker
Knit & Natter
A sociable group, whether you're beginner to expert, or non and want the social aspect we'd love you to join us. Every Thurs from 10.30am, it's free and refreshments inc
Don't Dine Alone 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Every Thurs 12.30pm-2.30pm, if this day doesn't suit you, book a day that does! Tel or email Jane.Shanahan@Barchester.com to book
Blue Light Breakfast - Every Friday 7:45am-10am
If you’re part of the Emergency Services or a Community District Nurse, drop in to our home for a free takeaway pastry or bacon roll and drink, have a breakfast on us!
