Activities at Llys-Y-Tywysog Care Home
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.
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 Llys-Y-Tywysog Care Home
Surprise Owl Visit!
Surprise visits are always the best! And what a surprise our residents had when the lovely Grandchildren of one of our residents come to visit their Grandmother, and brought their beautiful tawny owl called Pipsqueak. Residents enjoyed letting the owl perch on their hands and arms (with the help of some very thick gloves!) and stroke the beautiful soft feathers. The residents even got to enjoy a small demonstration, where the bird flew from one side of the room to the other after being tempted by a piece of meat the Grandchildren brought! Our very own indoor bird show, we are so grateful to the lovely family for sharing this experience with their Grandmother and all residents. Animal visits are always well enjoyed at Llys-Y-Tywysog, and the residents have been talking about it for days, their faces really do light up with these wonderful memories.
A very Musical Christmas
Now the Christmas season has passed, we reflect on what a fabulous time our residents had over the festive season! And it was music, music, music…
Our residents enjoyed performances from Gorseinon Brass Band, who brought a small ensemble to play an evening carol concert, so lovely to hear traditional sounds like this from talent in our community. Beti’s Choir returned to bless us with another fantastic performance of some classic Christmas songs, and a few modern ones too! Carl with Music for Health came dressed as an elf, much to the residents amusement, but also brought Santa with him! Darren the saxophonist got the residents dancing to some jazzy tunes. Robbie Lee performed for our residents Christmas Party on the 23rd, families and friends came along to enjoy and everyone was up and dancing, even after the incredible buffet spread that was provided by our tireless hospitality team. The ministers from Mt. Pleasant church led a carol service for the residents at their Christmas service on Christmas Eve.
It has been an amazing Christmas Season at Llys-Y-Tywysog. All of these incredible shows could not have happened if it weren’t for our fantastic activities coordinator, Paula, and we thank all friends and families for all their help in activities and events at the home. Happy New Year!
Jean attends Granddaughters Wedding
When our lovely Jean heard about her Granddaughters engagement, it was unsure whether she would be able to attend. But thanks to our fabulous carer Rhian who accompanied Jean on the trip, the two ladies made their way to Cardiff to celebrate this very special and important day. Rhian and Jean spent the morning getting ready - hair, nails, make-up, the works! All whilst enjoying a glass of bubbly. Jean said we felt a million dollars! And we think they both looked beautiful in their dresses.
After watching the ceremony in the church, their ladies enjoyed a reception at Hansol Castle. Jean had such a fabulous day, being able to be present for her granddaughters wedding and spending time celebrating with all her family and friends. What a beautiful day.
Jen’s Wish Comes True
Jennifer made her wish on our wishing washing line, she wanted to return to her old childhood stomping ground of Saundersfoot for fish and chips.
Today we made that dream come true.
Jennifer and her four friends, wrapped up in their coats and scarves, got in our homes minibus and off we went on our journey to Saundersfoot. Even the drive was enjoyable, Edith mentioning how gorgeous and green the scenery was with the speckled golden leaves of Autumn. Once we arrived, the ladies enjoyed standing on the promenade and breathing in the fresh sea air, not for long however as the smell of fish and chips called like a siren. The ladies had a lovely time in the Marina Fish and Chips restaurant, were the age-old debate popped its head, are you a curry sauce and chips person or a gravy and chips person? After everyone saying neither, much to the shock of our activities coordinators, the ladies tried a condiment selection, of curry sauce, gravy and aioli with their chips, for the first time ever, and all enjoyed it!
After lunch, Jen went for a trip around Saundersfoots shops and got herself some nice bits for her room and gifts for her friends. To finish off such a lovely trip, on the way home we went to Tenby for some ice creams!
What a fabulous day.
Lest We Forget
Remembrance Sunday at Llys-Y-Tywysog we paid our respects to our fallen hero’s with a two minute silence; joined with loved ones, a time for reflection and remembrance.
Our remembrance was led by Robbie Lee, dressed in vintage wartime attire, he followed the silence with a moving yet fabulous remembrance day performance.
Following the show, there was a lovely a surprise waiting for residents outside. We welcomed Bodie & Blue, two Irish draught ex police horses, to the home and residents did not mind coming out in the drizzle to say hello to them, what gentle giants! Nearly as many horses died in WW1 as soldiers, we will remember them too.
Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun!
What a spooktacular day we’ve all had at Llys-Y-Tywysog! Residents and staff laughed together whilst having their faces painted, getting dressed up with hats and headbands of all kinds of spooky characters. After morning tea, we had entertainment from the amazing Llanelli local, Chris Caine, singing Halloween delights like I Put A Spell on You and Monster Mash. These tunes of course got all our residents dancing, especially Pat, our dancing queen!
After the concert, our hospitality team had prepared an amazing lunch menu complete with Pumpkin Soup, Devilled eggs and Bloody Cheesecake and Mud Pie. Afternoon tea treats included eyeball cupcakes and jelly snakes loaf, washed down with Pumpkin spiced lattes.
The afternoon was filled with fun and games with families and loved ones, and in the evening there was a viewing of Hocus Pocus in the cinema room. We already cannot wait for next year!
