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 doesnβt 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 β whatever they desire.
Scarlett Eastham
As the head of Activities and Kenwyn, Scarlett has been part of the team for two years, Initially working as a Care Assistant. She has a genuine passion for spending time with residents, always making their happiness her priority and bringing smiles to their faces.
Scarlett loves reading, self-care and cooking. A true animal lover, she has a particular fondness for diary cows. Originally from Burnley, she moved down to Cornwall a few years ago and has embraced life in Cornwall ever since.
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
Residents Enjoy Authentic Romanian Day with Food, Music, and Stories
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Our residents got a true taste of Romania at our recent World Cruise event. Some of our Romanian staff played a special role in ensuring the day was as authentic as it gets, sparking conversations and sharing insights about the culture, language, and beauty of Romania. Our chefs outdid themselves by perfectly curating a tasting menu featuring sarmale, mici, cauliflower croquettes with tomato and basil sauce, and honey ginger sauce. Afterwards, everyone sat in the garden, enjoying wine and listening to Romanian music, while residents shared their tales of travelling to this beautiful country
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Join Our Monthly Dementia CafΓ© for Support, Music, and Community Connection
Our monthly Dementia CafΓ©s are designed to offer a warm and welcoming space for those living with dementia and their loved ones. Here, you can find support, share experiences, and connect with others in a comfortable and friendly environment. Because sometimes, a cup of tea and a friendly conversation can make all the difference. Come be a part of our supportive community and let's navigate this journey together.
At our most recent CafΓ©, we had an amazing afternoon with Drums4Fun CIC who put on an incredible interactive drumming and music session which had everyone up on their feet or tapping their toes.
Our Dementia Cafe's are held every month and are open to anyone and everyone who would like to attend. Please do pop by at our next one on 15 June - details to be announced soon.
We Celebrated British Sandwich Week with Flavours and Wartime Stories
This week we celebrated British Sandwich Week - an ode to the humble sandwich in all its glory! Our residents enjoyed a delightful array of traditional British sandwich flavours in a room adorned with British dΓ©cor. We listened to wartime music, shared stories about the war, the coronation, and cherished moments from British history. Conversations about rationing, and appreciation for the sandwiches we have now made the day truly special. Sometimes, it's the simplest things that mean the most.
Resident Gerry Ensures Pristine Newsletters Reach You Monthly
Residents here at Kenwyn love getting involved in daily activities, and Gerry is one of the busiest! Gerry's career spanned decades for the Yorkshire Post, and it's no surprise he now loves helping fold our latest newsletters each month for distribution. So, the next time you pick up one of our newsletters, remember that Gerry had a hand in making sure it reached you in pristine shape.
If youβre not familiar with our monthly newsletters, theyβre packed with news, updates, notices, and heart-warming stories from in and around our home. You can grab one at reception when you visit, or be added to our email list to receive it monthly in your inbox. Just send us your email address to: kenwyn.activities@barchester.com and we'll add you to the list.
For now, you can read the latest newsletter here: https://bit.ly/KenwynNewsletterMay2024
We love your feedback! If you have any suggestions for upcoming newsletters, please let us know.
200 Years of Cadbury Memories
We had a blast at our live virtual event, "200 Years of Cadbury Memories," where we delved into the rich history and cherished memories of the iconic chocolate giant, Cadbury!
Our residents were treated to a nostalgic trip down memory lane as we showcased chocolate bars with wrappers spanning all the years of Cadbury's history. We also had our knowledge put to the test with a lively quiz, and of course no Cadbury celebration would be complete without indulging in some delicious chocolate delights!
We're thrilled to say that the event was a smashing success, with laughter, fun, and of course, plenty of chocolate to go around! Here's to many more sweet memories to come!
Acknowledging Kenwyn's Heroes
Not all Heroes wear capes, but all Heroes deserve Heroes!
International Nurses Day is celebrated each year on May 12th in recognition of Florence Nightingale's Birthday.
At Kenwyn we are extremely fortunate to have fantastic nurses who own a huge skill set. Nobody will deny that being a nurse comes with huge responsibility and this week we gathered a handful of nurses for a little light-heartedness.
With gifts of Heroes and Fizz, Kenwynβs nurses from Left to right: Adelina, Ella, Stacey, Gemma, Natasha and Diana enjoyed the moment before they were back with their residents.
We would like share our thanks to ALL of Kenwynβs nurses who arenβt pictured and assure them that their gifts await them too!
We want to extend our thanks to all nurses around the world for the dedication you show.
Upcoming events
Armchair Yoga
Join us for Chair Yoga with Jay, our skilled Physiotherapist, every other Wednesday at 11.30am A gentle yet effective class designed to improve flexibility, strength and balance.
Blue Light Breakfasts
We're inviting all local blue light personnel and district nurses to pop by for a warm pastry and a hot takeaway coffee on us every Monday in December.
