Activities at Lydfords Care Home
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Carole Hierons
Hello, my name is Carole and I am the Activities Lead here at Lydfords.
I have worked in this role for many years and I would not to do anything else.
My job is to plan and oversee the amazing life enrichment activities and trips for all of our residents. It is such a rewarding role and I love planning and doing crafts with everyone.
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 Lydfords Care Home
Flower Arranging
One of our residents is a keen gardener and flower arranger. Lydfords was looking like a florists with all the beautiful blooms and lovely displays!
One to One Activity
Residents at Lydfords spent time one to one with the team, Scrabble and card games are always popular choices here!
International Flower Day
Today was International Flower Day, and thanks to Waitrose Uckfields kind donation of these beautiful flowers, some of Lydfords residents spent a couple of happy hours making these gorgeous floral displays.
Employee of the month December 2021
Senior Carer Ellie has been awarded 'Employee of the month' for December 2021.
She was nominated by colleagues for her enthusiasm and involvement for all things 'Activity' in the home, and for being our very own Mrs Christmas and getting everyone into the Christmas spirit over the festive period!
Congratulations Ellie!
Pinders Healthcare Design Award Finalists 2022
We are very excited to announce that Lydfords has been shortlisted for the Pinders Healthcare Design Awards 2022!
The Pinders Design Awards is highly regarded in the design world, and we are so proud to be in the running for the 'Best Regeneration Project' Award.
Lydfords has undergone a multimillion pound regeneration and is truly a beautiful home.
One-to-One Activity
Its a beautiful sunny day today with the sunlight streaming through the lounge windows, over looking magnificent views of the countryside and Sussex Downs. One of our residents is enjoying the sunshine, playing a game of cards with Senior Carer Ellie, before lunch.
Benefits of card and board games in older adults include:
Enhance Cognitive Skills
Decrease Stress & Promote Relaxation.
Boost the Release of “Happiness Hormones”
Lower Blood Pressure.
Encourage Multiple Parts of the Brain to Work Together.
