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.
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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 Kenwyn Care Home
Hydration and Nutrition Week
To celebrate hydration and nutrition week at Kenwyn, we hosted some fruit tasting sessions also facts and a quiz. There was lots of trying new fruits. Residents and activities staff learnt some facts and names for fruits we have never heard of before. Some residents also decided to have their fruit in smoothies or with yogurt.
Sports Relief Spectacular
For sports relief residents and staff here at Kenwyn took part in sports circuit events. Some of the events we took part in throughout the day included volleyball and competition weights event. Everyone had the best day laughing and having fun, everyone worked together in a team and singular events across multiple units.
There was also of course lots of tea, and cake, before some staff members had the honour of giving out certificates.
Celebrating 15 Years
We congratulated staff nurse Ela Wisniewska for her 15 years of service at Kenwyn. Well done!
Musical Therapy
We had a visit from Melanie’s Musical Therapies. In these photos, you can see residents enjoying the musical atmosphere.
Meet the Fawkes Family
Our residents had great fun, and worked hard creating guys for our “Build a Guy Competition”. They were judged by Kate Taylor, regulation manager and our own deputy manager Marie Wilson.
They both agreed that the guys were all amazing and decided that there would be a joint first prize, and joint runner up prizes.
Celebrating 25 Years of Service
Admin Assistant, Jo Mawby has received her 25 years long service award. She began her career at Kenwyn as a care assistant, before changing to the admin role, where she has held various roles within this department.
Jo is being presented her Barchester pin, £250 worth of vouchers and bottle of Champagne by Nikki Culleton, General Manager of Kenwyn, along with some members of our team: Jo Dempsey, Head Chef, Marlene Graham, Head of Housekeeping, and Ross Lannon her fellow Admin Assistant.
Jo Mawby said: “During my time of working at Kenwyn, as you can imagine, I have seen a lot of changes, but have always maintained my loyalty and willingness to move along with the changes.
I love my job, and the variety it brings. I am always willing to be helpful and supportive in any way I can to the home, residents, family members and colleagues.”
