Activities at Lochduhar 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.
Sally Gilder
Sally has been in the care sector since 1998. Sally joined the Lochduhar team in 2018 as a care assistant.
Sally is very passionate about the care she provides and the welfare of the residents. Working as a care assistant Sally was able to get to know the residents wants and needs to provide excellent person centred care to each individual. Then in 2020 Sally found the opportunity to become Head of Activities. Sally feels that she provides a different side to herself to promote an active and inclusive lifestyle through her role as Head of Activities.
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 Lochduhar Care Home
Heavenly cookery demo
We had a lovely time joining Chef Alex Connell from Vegetarian for Life for a Valentine’s-inspired virtual cookery demonstration. Chef Alex created some delicious Valentine’s Day-inspired vegetarian desserts, which our residents had the opportunity to try too.
First, our residents sampled a wonderful sticky toffee pudding, which was absolutely heavenly. Then they tried hazelnut truffles which were a huge hit and finally they were treated to a chocolate orange cake which everyone adored.
World Wetlands Day
Residents of Lochduhar took to the road to enjoy a trip to Glencaple Harbour. Everyone liked looking at the small boats in the harbour and some old wrecks too, as the tide was fast approaching. Looking up at the estuary the scenery was beautiful. During the trip we also saw some ducks, and swans in a field on the way back into Dumfries. It was a lovely trip out!
Residents enter Jubilee Pudding competition
Residents of Lochduhar are looking forward to celebrating HM Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and started their celebrations by coming together to enter Fortnum and Mason Jubilee Pudding competition.
The winning pudding will be an important part of the celebrations marking Her Majesty’s 70 years as Monarch. And the creator of the winning pudding will be invited to be at the center of the celebrations. The recipe will be gifted to The Queen and the public as part of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. It was a fun afternoon for all!
Abba tribute night
Residents enjoyed an evening of ABBA as we held a ABBA tribute night with a selection of 70s food, from sausage and pineapple on sticks, vol-au-vents filled with delicious fillings, there was plenty of mouth-watering drinks too as we danced the night away!
Exercising with Oomph
Keeping active, having social interactions and being mentally stimulated is very important to Residents at Lochduhar. Residents took advantage of Oomph live exercise class.
Every got really competitive, everyone wanted to beat each other and Residents really got into the activity.
As part of the homes life enrichment programme, the activities coordinators include firm favourites in the homes calendar with fun-filled adapted games that they played over the years in a safe environment!
Keeping active together
If you’ve followed our Facebook page for a while, you will know that we’re fond of a games day! We got the parachute out again for some exercise and fun as well as playing dominoes. We do enjoy keeping active together!
Upcoming events
What's Happening In November?
Please have a look at what's coming up in the home in November, we welcome anyone to join us.
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 as we get into the festive spirit. Merry Christmas!
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
