Activities at Juniper House Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
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 Juniper House Care Home
Pamper Day
After a few busy weeks of endless fun and lots of visitors over the festive season, we decided we were going to enjoy an afternoon with a pamper session.
With facemasks, foot spas, hand massages, nail painting and some very relaxing music.
Just what we all needed!
Darts
As the world dart competition final was on this week we thought we would hold our very own competition at Juniper House.
We hadn't played this before at home but what a success it was, with everyone saying how they really enjoyed it and looking forward to playing again.
But there can only be one winner and this time the winner was Reg.
Male Voice Choir
On the evening of Wednesday the 18th of December, Juniper House was very lucky to have the Brackley male voice choir.
They came along to sing carols with us all. We sang lots of traditional Christmas carols. This brought happiness to all that came and some even had a few tears, but they said these were happy tears of old memories at Christmas.
Staff also came along to sing with the residents. Joyce said she really enjoyed this evening, she said it was lovely, and thanked the choir so much for coming along.
Keith got a little emotional too, saying how Christmas brings back memories, but they were happy tears.
He also said how amazing the evening was.
St Peter's Church Carol Service
As the festive season approaches, one of the most beloved traditions bringing families and friends together is the joyful singing of Christmas carols.
This year, the warmth of the season was felt even more profoundly as we were lucky to have St Peter's Church come in to hold a carol service for us at Juniper House.
Some of the traditional carols were sung, including: Away in a Manger, Silent Night, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas.
Some prayers were read out too!
Not only did this lift our spirits, but it reminded everyone of the greatest gift. This being the joy of being together. Here's to many more years of carolling, community joy and celebrating the magic of Christmas that unites us all.
Memory Tree
As the festive season approaches this year at Juniper House, we thought we would have a memory tree this year. A memory tree is not just a holiday decoration, it's a beautifully crafted reminder of the people we hold dear, especially those who may no longer be with us.
Each bauble represents a cherished memory or a special story, creating a visual narrative of love, loss and remembrance.
Everyone had the choice to make a bauble if they wanted to.
Everyone started with a clear bauble and filled it with all sorts choosing from lots of different things such as, different colour feathers, glitter, stars, snowflakes, bells and holly leaves and lots more. Everyone was asked who they would like to make one for here are a few of the ones we had, Wife, Husband, Son, Daughter, Dad, Mum and pets. Once each individual chose the name they wanted was written on the front in a gold pen. Then finished off with red, green or gold ribbon.
The next step was to put the memory tree up once all up and lights were put on the tree. We were ready to place the baubles onto the tree.
On the 2nd of December everyone was invited to the coffee shop to put their own made bauble on the tree.
Each bauble was hung with love also redecorating our hearts with beautiful memories. This has started conversations during the gathering, allowing individuals to share stories and reminisce about cherished loved ones as the years pass.
On the memory tree we have also added a star for every resident that has passed away in the year 2024 at Juniper House. This has brought happy and sad tears as we remember the ones we love who are no longer here.
This special tree serves as a touching tribute where residents, families and friends can gather to reflect on cherished moments, and it allows individuals to feel connected to the their loved ones they miss.
Children in Need Pyjama Day
Every year thousands of people across the UK come together to support Children in need.
This charity raises vital funds for projects dedicated to improve the lives of children and young people facing various challenges.
This year at Juniper House, we took part in raising money for Children in Need. Everyone was given the choice if they wanted to take part. We had a pyjama day for both Staff and residents.
Everyone who took part enjoyed their day in pyjamas.
In the afternoon we all enjoyed playing games in the coffee shop and enjoying some lovely homemade cakes that our second Chef Jane made. We managed to raise £20.50p for Children in need charity.
