Activities at Iddenshall Hall Care Home
Activities here at Iddenshall Hall are an integral part of every day life for each of our residents. We strive to include as many of our residents as possible with the activities schedule. Our Schedule is released monthly and includes activities such as poetry afternoons, indoor games, Bingo, flower arranging, pamper days, quizzes, exercises, various musicians and entertainers, Pat Dog Visits, Music Therapy, discussion groups and trips out in our minibus to local places of interest and further afield to see the Blackpool Lights or to Knowsley Safari Park.
We are constantly asking the people who live in our home which events they would like to see taking place and we endeavor to fulfill these requests. Our aim is to provide a varied and packed schedule which allows for a vast array of skill bases and capabilities. We are in constant contact with local groups and businesses, the local Beaver Scout group are always happy to pay a visit to our home, helping with the garden or coming at Christmas to sing carols for us. We also have a small group of volunteers to help us, including pupils from our local 6th form College who visit once a week.
All the above helps ensure the lives of our Residents are fun and fulfilled.
Luisa Painemilla
Hi there, I'm Luisa, Activities Co-ordinator at Iddenshall Hall & Beeston View.
I have worked with the elderly over 8 years and also for fifteen years in the social field as an Activities Coordinator for different social groups in three countries. I have a Degree in Social Integration, a Certificate in Theatrical Psychology and a Music Therapy certificate. In the past I have worked for local authorities and in a cerebral palsy home.
My work is very rewarding and it is a pleasure planning events and activities each month. I enjoy interacting with Residents and learning about their interests, preferences and experiences.
Look out for our activities and events - you are welcome to join us!
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 Iddenshall Hall Care Home
Valentine's inspired cookery demo
We had a lovely time joining Chef Alex Connell from Vegetarian for Life for a Valentine’s-inspired virtual cookery demonstration. Chef Alex created some delicious Valentine’s Day-inspired vegetarian desserts, which our residents had the opportunity to try too.
First, our residents sampled a wonderful sticky toffee pudding, which was absolutely heavenly. Then they tried hazelnut truffles which were a huge hit and finally they were treated to a chocolate orange cake which everyone adored.
Chinese celebrations
In Iddenshall we travelled for a moment to the Chinese culture and its traditions, seeing the past celebration, reading the horoscope, knowing its customs and predictions of this day in China, which was one of the things that caught their attention. They also tasted fortune cookies and the wish it contains for each one.
Previously some residents painted and made decorations to set our lounge with the Chinese New year.
International Chocolate Day
We had a fantastic time celebrating International Chocolate Cake Day, surely one of the best days of the year.
Our residents tasted a selection of different chocolate treats from chocolate cupcakes to slices of gooey chocolate fudge cake whilst getting involved in fun-filled cake baking and decorating activities. Our Home was filled with the delicious aroma of chocolate!
It was a fabulous day, enjoyed by all and more importantly we had a good excuse to eat chocolate all day long.
Burns celebrations
Here at Iddenshall we prepared a traditional Burns Night feast to the tune of bagpipes.
To honour the famous Scottish poet, we hosted a poetry and music session to learn more about the Scottish Country Dancing and the Ceilidh and to mark the Scottish institution, including giving the time-honoured address to the ‘Great chieftain O’ the pudding’ race’ – the haggis.
Our tables were specially decorated with flowers and Scottish flags for the occasion as our residents enjoyed delicious Scot Broth, Haggis, Neeps and Tatties, Cranachan and Scottish Shortbread, prepared by our talented chef.
Saturday night fever
We had a great celebration that began in the morning with the preparation of 2 jars of mocktails with 2 different flavours. Then the party continued in the afternoon we watched the legendary Saturday Night Fever movie and we had enough time to sing, dance and enjoy a festive atmosphere.
Exercising the mind and body
Keeping active, having social interactions and being mentally stimulated is very important to Residents at Iddenshall Hall. With a little friendly competitiveness, everyone wanted to beat each other, Residents got ready to win their carpet bowls! There was a lot of laughter as they played their game.
Upcoming events
July
Summer is here! Join us throughout the sunny month of July as we have lots of exciting events planned. We'd love you to join us! Find out more...
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Looking for a venue to host a meeting? For more information please contact Iddenshall Hall or 01829 732 454.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Come and take a break on us - enjoy a warm welcome, a hot drink and there may be a cake or two available!
Coffee Morning - every Thursday from 10.00 am
Join us for our popular Coffee mornings - make new friends over a slice of homemade cake! All welcome.
Carers Cafe
We know the importance of supporting our local community and extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly - Carers Cafe, first Tuesday of the month from 10.00 am.
