Activities at Longueville Court Care Home
Our activities coordinators are committed to organising a variety of activities that reflect the interests and capabilities for everybody we support ensuring a person centred approach.
The team have a flexible approach to our programme and we are constantly reviewing and updating our programmes to ensure we cater for everyone's needs and varied abilities.
The activities programme includes regular trips utilising the homes minibus, these include a number of destinations of local interest. We are particularly proud of the relationship we have built with Peterborough Sailability. This registered charity offers the opportunities to those with restricted mobility to enjoy the thrill of sailing on the open water and the sense of independence that brings in specially adapted boats.
Involvement in the local community is something that the whole team are very passionate about and we provide regular visits to a number of different facilities including local schools and churches. These activities also extend too visits from "Pat dogs" and local entertainers to aid in our ongoing quest to give each individual as much support and stimulation as they require.
Martine Ratcliffe
Hello my name is Martine and I'm the Head of Activities here at Longueville Court. I joined the team in 2009 as a carer and become team leader before moving into the Activities position 3 years ago.
I'm passionate about providing life enrichment to each of our residents, as a team we aim is to bring joy on a daily basis, and make their time with us special. We pride ourselves on bringing a mixture of activities that suit everyone.
I have one daughter and 2 grandsons, when not at work I love to spend time with them making memories, am a massive lover of music and dance.
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 Longueville Court Care Home
Christmas Carols
This afternoon our residents gathered in our conservatory to sing Christmas carols , and one of our family members done a beautiful reading, it was a lovely afternoon
Christmas Service
It was lovely to have a festive church service this morning, here at Longueville Court. It was truly lovely, as we celebrated the birth of our saviour, with a mix of readings, carols and prayers. I'm sure it brought back memories of nativities, family get together and the true meaning of Christmas, to us all.
The Banjo Man
Yet another great Performance by The Banjo Man , the residents all sang and clapped along, was a fantastic afternoon .
Professionals Breakfast
This morning we held our first Professionals breakfast, we had the pleasure of meeting some of our local business owner. Our head chef Jo did a fantastic job with her breakfast baps , it was a huge hit, we look forward to next month
80s Halloween disco
Tonight, our residents and staff enjoyed fun even with live music from our activities, Lady Vikki and her band. There was lots of dancing and delicious treats. Such a great night.
Orton Pre-School Visit
It's always a pleasure to see our residents enjoying themselves and interacting with the children from Orton preschool!! They had great fun taking glitter pictures, making necklaces and chatting away!!! Can't wait to see what is planned for next week, it's such a joy to see the different generations coming together.
Upcoming events
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.
