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
Pancake Day
Residents enjoyed celebrating Shrove Tuesday with a traditional serving of pancakes, they had great fun in tossing them up in the air to see who could flip the highest before filling with their favourite toppings from simple lemon and sugar to chocolate and fruit! What is your favourite filling?
Bake me a cake!
Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake bake me a cake! This afternoon residents enjoyed a bake off as they whipped up a storm to make a delicious chocolate cake for afternoon tea as part of the homes popular baking activity. Conversation flowed as residents shared fond memories of baking as children’s and favourite recipes
Birthday celebrations
We love our birthday celebrations here at Lochduhar and we recently celebrated 86-years young for Resident, Gloria. Gloria had a wonderful day celebrating with Facetime and Skype calls with her daughter, son-in-law and her grandchildren. The birthday girl was also excited with the mouth-watering birthday cake, flowers and the fuss as she smiled throughout the day. Happy birthday Gloria!
Valentines Day
Love was in the air here at Lochduhar as we celebrated Valentine’s day by sharing poems, cards and short stories. Each of them were written on heart shaped card for all to see. Residents had a wonderful day.
Home celebrate Chinese New Year
Its Chinese New Year and our residents have enjoyed celebrating the ‘Year of the Ox’ with a variety of celebrations and activities from one to one arts crafts making colourful red dragons for display throughout the home, learning about Chinese traditions around New Year before settling back to enjoy a themed lunch, especially prepared by the homes hospitality team of sweet and sour chicken, fired rice, prawn crackers and spring rolls washed down with Chinese tea. Everyone also enjoyed a little fun and laughter as they read their fortune cookies!
Resident celebrates landmark birthday
Born on the 25th January, Resident, Margaret Gault celebrated a landmark birthday along with the traditional Burns celebrations. As part of the birthday girls joint celebrations with Burns, a piper from Corberry pipers played ‘Happy Birthday’ along with traditional tunes to collaborate with Robbie Burns celebrations. As the piper performed from the homes grounds, the birthday girls watched from in the warmth of the home and was all smiles. Margaret, was delighted to receive a card and telegram from Her Majesty the Queen before enjoying a glass of sherry and a slice of home-made cake. She also enjoyed a visit in the homes designated visitor suite with her son, Michael and sister-in-law and was pleased to see them on her birthday.
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.
