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.
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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 Iddenshall Hall Care Home
Safari Park Trip
We took a trip to Knowsley Safari Park this week with residents from Iddenshall Hall. We were able to see different animals from all parts of the world. Despite the rain, the animals were still out, for us to see them. The highlight of our day was seeing the monkeys, who enjoyed using our minibus as a jungle gym.
Thanks for the Memory
We returned to the 'Thanks for the Memory' concert again this month,for the 6th year running. It is always an extremely enjoyable day filled with lots of singing and dancing and is a wonderful way for residents to reminisce.
Celebrating Cinema
As the red carpet is rolled out for Cannes this month, we thought it would be a lovely time to celebrate the world of cinema with residents and visitors whilst bringing some glitz and glamour into our home!
Easter Baking
Residents molded their own chocolate shaped carrots, ducks and bunnies to go on top of the finished cake after we iced it. We are very proud of the finished product!
Easter Celebrations
The Easter Bunny visited residents at Iddenshall Hall and Beeston View, presenting each of them with an Easter egg just in time for them to be enjoyed over the bank holiday. It was a welcome visit for all concerned and the residents and staff enjoyed cuddles with the Easter Bunny, who very kindly posed for photographs.
90th Birthday Celebrations
Residents at Iddenshall Hall celebrated his 90th birthday this week, so we held a birthday tea party for him. His family came in to join us for the afternoon and everyone enjoyed some champagne and birthday cake together.
We played his favourite Glenn Miller music throughout the afternoon and had a singalong to some of his favourite tunes. He also went on to continue celebrations over the weekend by visiting his family at home and enjoying another party with all his extended family.
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.