Activities at Laurel Bank Care Home
Activities are a fundamental part of a rich and varied lifestyle here at Laurel Bank Care Home, which is why we organise both physically and mentally stimulating social events for those we support. The weekly itinerary is ever-changing, and regularly includes art lessons, chair-based exercise, trips and visits from a variety of different animals, as well as one-to-one time for residents who prefer the peace and quiet. Our team actively tries to incorporate the hobbies and interests that are meaningful to residents into the activities schedule as encouragement to continue with much-loved pastimes.
Jaimy Lee Almond
Hi, my name is Jaimy Lee, and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Laurel Bank.
I have worked in the care home industry for over nine years. I started working at Laurel Bank in 2018 as a carer, and then, I was promoted to senior carer which I thoroughly enjoyed.
I moved over to activities in 2020, as I was asked to help out and help encourage residents to join in. During this, I realised how much fun it could be and chose to stay on and got promoted to Activities Coordinator.
I love my role as every day is different and I try to make sure the residents are happy and engage in meaningful activities, this also helps support the transition for new residents.
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 Laurel Bank Care Home
Gentleman's Club
The brand new Gentleman’s Club gives the men of the home a chance to get together and enjoy a shandy, a game or two of dominoes and a good chat away from the ears of ladies!
Valentine's Crafts
Residents had a great time designing and making their own Valentines cards to give to their loved ones and staff members.
National Pizza Day
Residents loved making their own pizza with whatever toppings they wanted, and liked it even more when they had their personal pizzas baked for their tea!
Chinese New Year
Residents and staff enjoyed making Chinese lanterns, tasting homemade spring rolls and finding out which animal of the Chinese zodiac they are.
Spanish Fiesta
Chefs prepared an authentic 3-course Spanish meal for residents and their guests. The atmosphere was complete with jazz music from Elizabeth Walker.
Volunteer Bingo
Young People from the Prince’s Trust youth charity came to play bingo! We really enjoyed having them here and winning prizes.
Upcoming events
Coffee Morning - Every Tuesday
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us and make new friends - all welcome.
