Activities at Llys-Y-Tywysog Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
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.
Paula Courtney
Hello I am Paula the Activities Coordinator, I have recently returned to Llys-Y-Tywysog. I worked at the home for over 5 years when my children were younger. My close connection with Llys remained as my father in law was former resident, so I was still visiting regularly. I am delighted to be back working with the team.
I am creative and hope to bring new ideas for activities and events as well as still running firm favourites! My passion is about enhancing the lives of the residents from individual time through to big celebratory events. Sarah will continue to work as part of the activities team, working alongside me part time whilst studying for her degree at Swansea University. As a team we are committed to Barchester's Life Enrichment programme ensuring we work with mind, body and soul.
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 Llys-Y-Tywysog Care Home
Garden open day!
Today we opened our new sensory garden, with a little less conversation but a sing and dance with Elvis!
Our resident Ambassadors Jen, Kitty and Dilwyn took pride in cutting the bow to start off our afternoon. The residents really enjoyed being outside and Dilwyn can’t wait to start planting new flowers already.
The residents are thrilled the weather has been nice for them to enjoy some afternoon drinks and refreshments in the garden today with their favourite entertainment.
Baking with Catalina!
Today Catalina enjoyed spending time with our residents and creating a beautiful-tasting chocolate rocky road cake and fairy cakes for all to enjoy.
School Children come to Visit!
Today we welcomed Pengelli Primary School Children into our home, who put on a beautiful show for our residents.
The residents love seeing the children perform. Jen said, “she would love to see them here doing shows for them a lot more. It was wonderful to see the children enjoying and performing for us”!
We are so glad everyone enjoyed it with smiles all around.
Barchester's Big Bingo Bonanza
Eyes Down! Everyone loves bingo, and winning prizes! Our residents were on the edge of their seats waiting for their numbers to be called!
What a wonderful experience they all had, with lots of laughter and fun.
Welsh Sessions with Rhian
Today we held a lovely Welsh session with Rhian our very own Welsh Champion.
It’s important to keep Welsh Language in our home and residents love learning about the Welsh culture and singing to the Welsh songs.
Waunarlwydd Community Centre!
Today we took residents out for a cup of coffee/tea and a morning brunch at one of our local community centres.
We had a very nice welcome from all who go there. Residents loved having a conversation with the locals from the community.
