Activities at Kenwyn Care Home
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.
Jools Wyngaard
South African born Jools joined the team here at Kenwyn in March 2023 as Activities Coordinator after she decided to try life in the UK with her partner.
Jools' background is in Fundraising and Digital Marketing however after witnessing her Grandmother live with Dementia has since always wanted to work more closely with the aged and vulnerable and enrich the lives of residents.
In her spare time Jools loves her animals and misses her cats who are with her family in South Africa.
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 Kenwyn Care Home
Duane AJ Music performs a fantastic set at Kenwyn
One of Kenwyn’s stand out favourite performers came back to sing for us today - Duane AJ music.
Duane AJ doesn’t just bring music, he has the audience enwrapped with his entire performance.
He is full of energy and fun and we all love it when he’s here and he shows that music has a way of reaching people that is really quite magical.
We are already looking forward to next time!
For all of Kenwyn’s enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
Lollipops in the garden
Ahead of the rainy weather, we made sure to take advantage of the sunshine last week in our beautiful gardens. The residents thoroughly enjoyed an afternoon out on the patio with music, lollipops and good chat!
St Mary's Primary School pay Kenwyn a special visit
Despite the unusually dull Cornish weather, today our hearts were truly warmed when we welcomed St Marys Primary Schools year 4 students.
Singing beautiful Sea Shanty songs to a full house at Kenwyn, we all loved this visit.
The wonderful class of year four Students, had spent some time baking Scones for our residents which they served to them with Raspberry Jam, whilst introducing themselves.
Our residents loved it, we all did and one even said ‘There’s nothing I have enjoyed watching more!’ So wonderful seeing the years between generations melt away.
For all of Kenwyn's enquiries, please contact: Adele.beaton@barchester.com
A special invitation
We received a very special invitation at Kenwyn this week. Our sister home Falmouth Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare were hosting a Garden Party to celebrate their recent rating of ‘Good’ from CQC, and asked us to attend.
We once again boarded Kenwyn’s mini bus - on another beautiful summers day - and headed off to Falmouth.
We were treated to entertainment, strawberries and cream and Pimm’s, and Haley, Falmouth Courts Manager, gave a wonderful speech, which we all toasted. There was even time to sing Hugh a ‘Happy Birthday.’
Such a wonderful afternoon that we all thoroughly enjoyed.
Once Upon a Time....
One morning, recently - or should I say ‘Once upon a time?’ we took some time to explore the mythical, yet magical origin of enchanted beings such as The Fairy.
There were lots of questions and Chloe from our Activities team had done her research so was able to answer them.
We all enjoyed the trip down this unusually magical path.
Community Dementia Cafe success
Last week we hosted Kenwyn’s Community Dementia cafe.
Our cafes offer support for friends, families and others in the community supporting those living with Dementia. An excellent opportunity to meet with others in similar situations. Also a time to relax, unwind and enjoy a couple of hours at Kenwyn.
This week we invited our friends from Falmouth Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare and our entertainment was the fantastic Mark's Ark Wildlife Encounters
A huge thank you to all who attended once more & watch this space for details of the next one.
