Activities at Lindum House Care Home
Our fantastic Activities Coordinators make sure that there is a full programme of social events to suit all interests and capabilities. They aim to not only to stimulate, but to ensure that everyone involved has lots of fun. We enjoy trips out visiting local places of interest or just to explore, which inevitably ends up with us having a lovely lunch somewhere.
There are regular concerts that we hold in the home that allows us to have a good old singalong, and our community links include the local churches, knit and natter groups and toddler groups coming in to see residents.
On a daily basis, everyone enjoys a variety of activities, including quizzes, bingo, arts and crafts, reminiscing and movement to music. We also host movie afternoons on the big screen which, of course, involves popcorn and ice cream at the interval!
Any residents who are unable to join us in the communal areas for activities have one-to-one time in their rooms, with us either reading to them, chatting or anything else they wish to do that’s within their capabilities.
Kelly Rolph
Hi there, I'm Kelly. My role at Lindum House ensures all of our residents always have lots of fun activities to look forward too.
I grew up down south, my parents worked in news trade & I've lived in many places! I've lived in hull for 20 years now, worked in health and social care for around 15 years, I started on care, worked through domestic, kitchen assistant and found my calling with activities!
I'm a super social person, enjoy being busy and sing in my spare time. I am part of a small singing charity group 'guise & gals'. I've been singing karaoke since I was 18 but never had the confidence to take it any further. I do, however, love putting on a show for our residents!
I'm a strong believer in 'treat people how you wish to be treated' everyone is different and it's important to focus on each individuals wants and needs, to encourage and nurture life, you only live once!
I'm full of energy, providing there is music... it's good for my soul!
Our residents smiles are my reward, it makes me so happy to see them enjoying them selves.
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 Lindum House Care Home
West Side Story
"On This Day" in 1961, West Side Story was released into the Cinemas. Our Residents were given an 'Admit One' Ticket to enter the Lounge, into the Showing. Cartons of Popcorn and glass bottles of Coca-Cola were offered during the Intermission. One Resident made the comment "This is my favourite film - it takes me back to being 16! I went to see it with my best friend"
International Gin & Tonic day!
Today is 'International Gin & Tonic Day' so our Residents, at Lindum House, were invited to partake in a tipple. This was, of course, accompanied by "ice and a slice"!
We had some Gin Bar Music on in the background and it was well attended and enjoyed by our Residents. This was followed by a General Knowledge Quiz, as you are "never too old to learn new things" as quoted by one of our Residents.
Love is in the air!
Yesterday, we said "Congratulations" to our wonderful couple - Mr and Mrs Farley - who celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary! We presented them with a balloon, a bouquet of flowers and a cake. They felt "throughly spoiled - we thought we'd get nothing and we ended up getting everything"
When asked the secret to 65 years of marriage, Mrs Farley replied: "Prayer!" The Farley's entertained us with stories of how they met and their Honeymoon. We finished by playing "Songs from 1957" - the year they married.
Celebrating colleagues
We're excited to announce our 'Employee of the Month' for the month of August. August's winner is our fabulous carer Michelle.
Michelle was nominated by her fellow colleagues for her hard work and dedication in her role and how she always goes above and beyond for our residents. From all of us at Lindum House. Well done Michelle.
Gentleman's Club
This morning the gentlemen of Lindum House were treated to a well deserved pamper in our salon as they enjoyed a barber shop experience.
Featuring a hot towel shave and grooming. Our gentlemen were able to relax and enjoy a glass of ale against the backdrop of themed barbershop music.
Elsewhere in the home our residents upstairs enjoyed a series of visits in their rooms, featuring a variety of personal activities including a private reading from the Bible, enjoying the music and sounds of Elvis Presley, pampering and even a quiz courtesy of our friends at Oomph Wellness
Royal Botanic Garden
Our homes enjoyed a wonderful virtual tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh with Community Engagement Manager, Charlotte Walker, and Botanic Cottage Operations Co-ordinator, Laura Gallagher.
The residents were thrilled to learn more about the history of the beautiful Garden, which is now a home to an impressive plant collection from around the world.
Charlotte and Laura also gave a demonstration of making fresh herbal tea and were happy to answer our questions. The virtual experience was truly enjoyed by all who joined.
Upcoming events
Pre-bookable Respite Care
Are you thinking about booking a holiday and want peace of mind that your loved one is going to be cared for in a home you can book with up to 12 months in advance? We can help.
Coffee Mornings at Lindum House
Come along for a relaxed morning enjoying some homemade sweet treats and hot drinks.
Please contact us if you would like to come along.
Emergency Services - Take a break with us!
Calling all emergency services workers - take a break on us. We will have tea, coffee and maybe a cake or two!
Could you be a Volunteer?
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.
