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
Christmas Dinner
Residents were treated to a lovely Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, crackers and plenty of festive tipples. The party hats were out and we served Prosecco with the meal, as well as cocktails in the lounge afterwards, all whilst enjoying some Christmas musical entertainment.
Christmas Pamper Day
We opened our salon doors for a special Christmas pamper day. Residents from both Beeston View and Iddenshall Hall were able to attend. They had both their hair and nails done ready for our festive celebrations. It was a lovely experience for them!
Christmas Performance
The nephew of a resident came to perform for us over the Christmas period. Miles played his clarinet for us and we were able to sing along to his festive-themed show. We all sang Christmas carols whilst indulging in a Christmas tipple or two.
Meeting Santa
As always, Santa came to visit the residents at Iddenshall Hall to make sure that they all had a gift and a card. They loved seeing him and many of them tried to guess who was behind the beard.
We want to say a massive thank you to George, who comes to us every year to make sure residents get to see Father Christmas.
Keeping Fit
Our friend Andy from Ride joined us again to host some exercise sessions in December. He always does one class at Iddenshall Hall and then another at Beeston View, so all residents have the opportunity to join in with his enthusiastic activities. Andy is always a big hit with the ladies!
Saturday Salon
We had the first session of our new 'Saturday Salon'. We will be open most Saturdays from now on, so that residents can enjoy a proper salon experience. Residents' loved ones can also take advantage of this for a small donation towards the residents' fund. It has been an enjoyable and successful first day in the Salon.
Upcoming events
Autumn Newsletter
Here is our Autumn newsletter! Find out about what we've been up to and what we have coming up.
November
What's going on in November? We'll be honouring Remembrance Day, celebrating our gents on International Men's Day, and welcoming our local primary school for some crafting.
Christmas Lantern Parade
We'll be joined by the wonderful St Helen's Church Choir for our parade, and there will be lots of festive refreshments available afterwards such as mince pies and mulled wine!
Internet Safety & Scam Prevention Talk
Come along as we're joined by advisors Fiona and Bev from OPAL GoOnLine Services as they talk through their experience of how best to be safe online.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Looking for a venue to host a meeting? We have the perfect space for you to use, completely free of charge. For more information please contact our friendly team.
Calling All Emergency Services!
Come and take a break on us whenever you need it - enjoy a warm welcome, a hot drink and there may be a cake or two available!
