Activities at Lancaster Grange 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.
Charlotte Thompson
We would like to introduce to you our Senior Activities Coordinator, Charlotte Thompson. Charlotte has worked at Barchester since 2015 and prides herself on delivering a person centred approach, valuing equality, diversity & offering tailored activities. Charlotte joined the team at Tennyson Wharf in October 2022 before moving back to us here at Lancaster Grange in January 2023.
Charlotte is pleased to be welcoming families and volunteers back into the home. Charlotte is a senior activities coordinator and enjoys supporting other homes in our region as part of her job role.
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 Lancaster Grange Care Home
Happy 101st Birthday Norma!
We’ve had a fantastic afternoon here at Lancaster Grange, celebrating Norma’s 101st Birthday with residents, family, friends and staff. Norma shared her life experiences of being a matchstick girl, working in the Bryant and May factory in Liverpool and working during the war in a munitions factory.
Norma’s believes having fun and smiling is the secret to a long and happy life…..as well as a cup of tea.
We also has several activities; Cookery Club with residents of Sherwood Community before Christmas baking traditional mince pies, rum balls and ginger Bread man and Gingerbread House with help and great advice from the ladies.
National Tree Week
Here at Lancaster Grange we celebrated National Tree Week with our residents and their families. Family members, Volunteers, Staff and residents came together to decorate our communities many Christmas Trees.
Volunteers Sue, Wayne and Victoria come and join in several times a week, always offering their free time and skills, and have been warmly welcomed as part of the Lancaster Grange family. To show our appreciation Santa presented them with a special gift to say ‘Thank You’ for all they do.
Virtual trip to the Donkey Sanctuary
Across our services, Residents enjoyed a fantastic virtual tour of the Donkey Sanctuary Manchester. Residents were thrilled to meet the lovely herd of donkeys, including Henry and his best friend Tiny Tim and to learn more about their every day care. They were introduced to the sanctuary’s work and the impact they make to the lives of donkeys in need worldwide. The virtual experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Remembrance Service
We had the privilege to host the Remembrance Service by the Royal Air Forces Association Balderton Branch.
Lancaster Grange is built on the old site of RAF Balderton, we often welcome them into our home.
Residents and staff joined them outside for the service held at our garden monument and enjoyed refreshments and time to converse afterwards in our Coffee shop.
Our residents on Sherwood Community have been busy with poppy crafting in October, creating life like clay poppies in our Creative Crafting workshops. They have knitted brooch poppies with the guidance of one of our volunteers Sue.
The potato printed envelopes represent letters sent from the front line. We’ve called it ‘Letters of Love, Sorrow and Joy’
Please come and have a look next time your in Lancaster Grange, our knitted poppies are on sale!
Donations are going to the Royal British Legion.
Victoria - Our Amazing Volunteer!
We would like to share with you our amazing Volunteer Victoria, who has been visiting us since her Grandparents were residents here at Lancaster Grange.
A big thank you to you Victoria, we really appreciate and look forward to your visits.
Victoria and Nelly
Children in Need's Pudsey Bear couldn’t come…so his friend Nelly the Elephant visited instead.
Nelly was welcome by residents and staff that had joined in with the fundraising fancy dress theme.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
