Activities at Leeming Bar Grange Care Home
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Kimberley Calvert
Hi my name is Kimberley, Senior Activities Coordinator, and here at Leeming Bar our life enrichment programme is varied, providing choice for our residents and incorporating their interests and hobbies. We all know that keeping active is important. We have created a wonderful culture within Leeming Bar, and we work together to give residents the best possible experience.
We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active. We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centred program of events and activities. Essential to our homely feel is the strong relationships of trust we build with residents, and their families and friends.
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 Leeming Bar Grange Care Home
Historic Royal Palaces
Our residents were treated to a special virtual sensory storytelling session. Together with Art Historian Jon Sleigh and the Historic Royal Palaces community team, we explored several royal palaces through the theme of food, dining and celebration!
We enjoyed a fantastic taste-a-long experience from the comfort of our home, from Tudor treats to Stuart sweets. A lovely time was had by all.
Book Club Corner
Across our services, our residents had a lovely time joining Mark Piesing for an exciting virtual event to discuss his book ‘N-4 Down: The Hunt for The Arctic Airship Italia’.
Our residents were thrilled to find out more about the book and the fascinating story of the world-famous exploring airship Italia, returning from the North Pole on May 24, 1928. The airship was struck by a terrible storm and crashed somewhere over the Arctic ice, triggering the largest polar rescue mission in history.
The virtual book club experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Minibus Adventures
Residents were whisked away on the homes mini bus to Preston Park museum where they were transported back in time!
Residents loved exploring the range of galleries, reminiscing fondly of memories from times gone by, such as using a mangle and dolly, and many items being recognised from times with their grandparents!
As we strolled down the Victorian street we of course couldn't resist nipping in the tea rooms for a brew & delicious slice of lemon drizzle cake!
Love is in the Air!
Love was in the air as we celebrated our loved ones & each other!
Whilst Valentine's Day traditionally celebrates romantic love, we used this opportunity to celebrate our love for one another & the beautiful friendships that blossom so effortlessly in the home. Our Valentine's soirée saw crooner Laurie Bennet serenade us with our favourite love songs; as residents indulged in bubbles & sweet treats.
As we danced and sang our hearts out it really was with true sincerity that we sang "I can't help falling in love with you"; appreciating the beauty that each & every individual brings to the home.
As one lovely lady remarked; "a wonderful day filled with wonderful people"
Cheers to love in all it's wonderful forms!
Back in the Swim of Things!
As part of our 'Wish Upon A Star at Leeming Bar ' initiative our lovely Alma wished to be able to go swimming.
Alma is from a very active family and used to swim every other Monday after work (with the other Monday being a night for roller skating!) Alma was beyond grateful exclaiming "you don't know what this means to me". We hope to make this outing a regular activity, with Alma's friends from the home also hoping to go along with her next time to share in the fun!
A huge thank you to the team at Bedale Leisure Centre for their fantastic customer service! We can't wait to come back again soon!
Sprinkle Kindness like Confetti
On 17th February we marked 'Random Acts of Kindness Day' by showing gratitude to one another.
Our wonderfully caring residents created goodie bags and keyring keepsakes to share with others and were absolutely thrilled to be able to sprinkle kindness throughout the home and see their creations bringing a smile to others.
Upcoming events
Open Day at Leeming Bar Grange
We are delighted to be hosting an Open Day at Leeming Bar. Come along and meet the team and enjoy a tour of our wonderful home.
November Whats on!
Come and join in for our November Events and Activities. Everyone welcome.
Newsletter - Autumn edition
We hope you enjoy reading our latest newsletter, settle back with a cup of tea and enjoy reading!
Christmas Respite
Come and join in the festivities at Leeming Bar Grange. Lots of festive fun and food. Everyone welcome
Reminiscence Cafe
Come and join us for a cuppa and a chat. A great way to meet members of the local community. Everyone welcome.
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Community Cafe
Join us for our monthly community cafe where we will also have some musical entertainment
Emergency Services - Take a break with us!
Calling all emergency services personnel - drop in and take a break on us. We will have hot drinks and sweet treats on offer.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Leeming Bar Grange can offer you.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
