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.
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
Countryside drives to Maxeys Farm Shop
Our residents, of Lancaster Grange enjoyed a wonderful trip this morning riding through the villages of their local community to stop off at Maxeys Farm Shop & Kitchen. Visiting the farm shop was on one of our residents wish list and were delighted to hear they would be going.. It’s the first time we have visited the new restaurant, since opening and we were intrigued to how the shop and café has changed.
Ann was thrilled with the surroundings and thoroughly enjoyed her Americano Coffee. Dennis also was extremely happy with the outing comparing the coffee to his home roast. The farm shop was fantastic, enabling our residents to indulge in some local produce and sample delicious food and drink.
Murder Mystery at Lancaster Grange – The Great British Bunk Off
We held our New Year’s Eve ‘Murder Mystery’ at Lancaster Grange, a production that we showcase every year.
Our Residents and staff members acted out characters and thoroughly enjoy the who’s done it? Experience.
This year’s murder mystery production was held in our coffee shop with residents of all communities joining in and having fun.
‘Murder at the Great British Bake Off’ had characters Miss Victoria Sponge, Mrs Plummy Crumble, the Cherry Twins…Miss Cherry Bakewell and Miss Cherry Pie. Other residents of Lancaster Grange played parts of a American Mac O’Roon, Countess Battenberg, Miss Pav Lova and many more. Charlotte played Miss Sherry Triffle, Cherilyn acted out Miss Do Nut and was the shows presenter and Carer Wayne was a good sport, and played Ms Butterfly Cup-Cake. Residents had a fantastic time trying to guess who had murdered Chris Pee, a wonderful social and fun engaging morning held for our residents of Lancaster Grange.
Women’s Institute visiting Lancaster Grange
Our residents, staff and guests all joined together for a festive celebration ‘Christmas Jumper Day’ here at Lancaster Grange.
We recognised Christmas Jumper Day to support the charity Save the Children, who help children facing serious issues like war, hunger and poverty. This afternoon we we’re delighted to warmly welcome back the Alison Wilson Newark & District u3a ‘Singing for Fun’ Choir.
Residents joined in, singing traditional Christmas songs and carols. Everyone enjoyed hot chocolate and homemade biscuits afterwards.
Everyone joined in for Christmas jumper day including our residents and visiting families, a real fun day here.
Newark Community Band visiting Lancaster Grange
This evening we were delighted to welcome into our home members of the Newark and Sherwood Concert Band. Family and friends joined residents from all communities for a wonderful evening of Christmas music, from traditional carols to unforgettable Christmas songs. Warm mulled wine and homemade mince pies brought us a festive atmosphere within our home.
Once again we’d like to warmly thank the band members for entertaining us this evening.
Victoria from the activities team, proudly played her flute to all her residents and it brought a tear to an eye for our residents seeing how proud they were of her. A wonderful evening activity here for our residents.
Nottingham Forest Community Trust visiting Lancaster Grange
Our residents were wowed by a fabulous afternoon of community engagement.
We extended a warm welcome to Nottingham Forest Academy U18 players and their trainer/Coach.
We also had the pleasure of welcoming students from The Suthers School here in Fernwood.
This was part of Nottingham Forest Community Trust which we were delighted to take part in.
This month's engagement is called ‘Giving Back’, and we saw a fantastic intergenerational afternoon unfold in our welcoming Coffee Shop.
The residents of Lancaster Grange were delighted to engage in social conversations and gain insight into each other's lives, building friendships and bonds. What a fabulous opportunity for us all here at Lancaster Grange to be part of.
Giving Back
Our residents were wowed by a fabulous afternoon of community engagement. We extended a warm welcome to Nottingham Forest Academy U18 players and their trainer/Coach. We also had the pleasure of welcoming students from The Suthers School here in Fernwood. The students visit each week also as part of their Duke of Edinburgh awards and have built up strong connections with Lancaster Grange.
This was part of Nottingham Forest Community Trust which we were delighted to take part in. This month's engagement is called ‘Giving Back’, and we saw a fantastic intergenerational afternoon unfold in our welcoming Coffee Shop. The residents of Lancaster Grange were delighted to engage in social conversations with the players and students and gaining insight into each other's lives, building friendships and bonds. Charles Sadler said – ‘What a fabulous opportunity for our residents here to be part of, thanking you all for an extra special afternoon’.
