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
Thank you Laura Edwards from Laceys Solicitors
A huge thank you to Laura Edwards from Laceys Solicitors for her invaluable Future Planning Talk and one to one sessions at Hyacinth House this week!
Your expertise made a real difference for our visitors, relatives, residents and staff. We're truly grateful for your time and we received fantastic feedback from everyone who took the opportunity to speak with you.
If you missed out or have any questions, feel free to reach out to Laura at 01202 377900.
Thank you again Laceys Solicitors
A trip out to The Blue Pool.
As the weather is warming up, we were excited to get out and visit this wonderful nature reserve that makes up part of the Furzebrook Estate and is also a sight of special scientific interest.
We were thrilled to just watch and listen to the wildlife and were joined by 2 feathered friends showing their majestic display, whilst we enjoyed a brew from their tea room that dates back 100 years.
Our residents thoroughly enjoyed the peace and tranquillity this treasured space provides.
World Parkinson's Day Lunch Fundraiser.
For World Parkinson's Day, we hosted a heart-warming lunch fundraiser to support such a noble cause.
We were thrilled to see residents, relatives and friends come together all adorned in blue to raise awareness, including the team, Sadie and her blue eyebrows!
From a blue cheese and pear walnut salad to a scrumptious blueberry cheesecake, our blue themed menu delighted everyone's taste buds.
The talented Alan Poulton serenaded us with his piano melodies and we were honoured to have Ruth Wright from Parkinson's UK join us for a touching talk about their impactful work.
Congratulations to Pri from Halcyon for winning the hamper in our raffle and to Hannah for winning the cupcake contest!
We are so grateful for everyone's generosity today and together with staff have currently raised £214! Thank you all for making this afternoon special.
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Barchester Care Awards 2024 – Nominations are NOW OPEN!
This year’s awards are open to all staff members, residents, families, friends, volunteers and visitors.
Please spare a few minutes and help us get our home to the awards.
Last year there were over 3,900 nominations, and this year we would love even more staff to be recognised for their hard work and dedication!
There are 15 categories this year:
• Activities Coordinator of the Year
• Care Practitioner of the Year
• Carer of the Year
• Chef of the Year
• Dementia Care Champion
• Garden of the Year
• Health and Safety Champion
• Home Administrator of the Year
• Hospitality Champion
• Learner of the Year
• Maintenance Champion
• Registered Nurse of the Year
• Resident Ambassador of the Year
• Team of the Year
• Volunteer of the Year
To find out more about each category and to place your online nominations, please visit: https://www.barchester.com/awards
Nominations will close on Friday 24th May 2024
A shopping trip for Eveline.
Our resident Eveline decided to take a trip to Wimborne Minister. Eveline enjoyed her time taking a bus and doing her favourite chore... finding essentials in least imaginative places.
Eveline said she had the most amazing and fun time with her carer Anna exploring local boutiques and walking amongst beautiful architecture.
Fulfilling a special wish.
A resident who only recently relocated to Hyacinth House had a special wish to visit an Oceanarium.
We knew just the place to visit - Oceanarium, Bournemouth. Our resident was delighted to see the underwater life with colourful tropical fish, turtles and the mischievous otters. He loved it so much and was all smiles throughout the day, on his return he shared his amazement with family and friends. We were so happy to be able fulfil this special trip for him.
Upcoming events
Don't Dine Alone 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Every Thurs or a day that suits you, we invite older people from the community who usually dine alone, to join us for company over lunch on us! Booking required.
Blue Light Breakfast - Every Friday 7:30am-10am
If you’re part of the Emergency Services or a Community District Nurse, drop in to our home for a free takeaway pastry with a coffee or tea, have a breakfast on us!
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!
