Activities at Lanercost House Care Home
Our dedicated Activities Coordinators offer a wide range of mentally and physically stimulating activities for residents and families to enjoy. There are regular outings in the minibus to places of interest, such as local cafes, garden centres and parks, as well as visits from entertainers, musicians and singers - and also from PAT dogs. We host various events, such as themed days, cheese & wine evenings, in addition to offering one-to-one activity sessions, including pampering, games and puzzles. Our activities staff strive to ensure residents participate in any way they can with activities that reflect their capabilities and interests.
Emily Stubbs
I joined the Lanercost House family in June 2021 as a Care Assistant and then joined the activities team in May 2022.
I love bringing joy and fun to residents, relatives, and staff on a daily basis as well as planning and organising themed days, events, and celebrations.
I think the activities’ role is very important for Residents' well-being. Whether they like to keep active with armchair exercises, join in with our weekly quiz or hop in the minibus for a day out - there is something for everyone. I aim to ensure that each Resident's interests and hobbies are supported.
I am passionate about creative and sensory activities and I love to sing and dance together with Residents. I love my job!
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 Lanercost House Care Home
Cruising with Unilever
We had a lovely time joining Paul Hawkins and Lisa Richards from Unilever for an exciting Virtual Cruise experience.
Our residents were welcomed with mocktails as Lisa and Paul took them on a magical journey to 3 mystery destinations, which were uncovered after a few clues.
Paul demonstrated how to create a few of the local traditional dishes, which our residents had the opportunity to try too.
The event evoked lots of great memories and it was truly enjoyed by all.
A lesson in creative writing
We had a great time joining journalist and novelist, Mike Gayle, for an intriguing virtual interview, during which he shared top tips for creative writing with our residents and read passages from his latest book, All the Lonely People.
We were thrilled to find out about Mike’s background, to understand what led him to become a writer and his creative process.
It was a lovely talk, enjoyed by all, especially by our keen writers at the home.
Residents join virtual wine tasting event
We had a lovely time joining Hospitality Manager, Christophe Noel and special guests Lee Isaacs DipWSET and Nick Parker from Unity Wines and Spirits – as they introduced us to wine tasting techniques, the history of wine and wine making, as well as consumer attitudes.
Our residents had the opportunity to try a variety of wines from sparkling and white to rose and red, alongside a selection of delicious treats.
It was a wonderful experience, enjoyed by all.
Fiesta time at Lanercost!
Staff and residents at Lanercost House care home in Carlisle celebrated Mexican Independence Day on September 16th in style by hosting a Mexican-inspired fiesta with mariachi music, pinata fun, and delicious Mexican food.
Residents and staff had fun finding out what was hidden in a pinata, tried to dance some traditional Mexican dances, and tasted Mexican food.
Head chef David Graham cooked up a feast of delicious Mexican dishes for everyone to enjoy including nachos, burritos, and tacos.
Karen Scaife, General Manager at Lanercost House, said: “Mexican Independence Day is always full of big flavours and a chance for us to celebrate all things Mexican. We’ve had fun listening to mariachi music and trying a bit of salsa dancing.”
Resident David, commented: “We have had a fantastic day today, I’ve always loved Mexican food! It is such a beautiful country – it was wonderful to enjoy this fiesta.”
International Day of Charity
In aid of International Day of Charity, residents and staff members from Lanercost House care home Priory and Carlyle Suite communities organized a minibus outing to Crummock Bank Farm Sunflower Fields in Waverton.
The Sunflower Fields were planted by farmer Neil Young for the local community to enjoy, and to raise awareness to Great North Air Ambulance Service.
Residents loved their time out and brought beautiful sunflowers for everyone to enjoy in change of a small donation for this worthy charity.
Residents go camping!
Staff members at Lanercost House care home Priory Community in Carlisle have organized the themed afternoon `Welcome Autumn` camp for our residents. Everyone loved the afternoon of singing the most popular camping songs, sharing stories about camping traditions, and enjoying marshmallows with their favorite hot drinks.
Everyone had a fantastic time! We are celebrating life here at Lanercost House!
