Activities at Mallard Court Care Home

We provide a wide range of group activities and individual one to one activities to meet our residents needs including musical entertainers, PAT dog visits, minibus outings, themed events and much more!

We take a person centred approach when planning each individuals activities so they can achieve a feeling of self worth and well-being.

We hold monthly meetings with the residents and also regular meetings with their family and friends, discussing any ideas that they may have, and also any problems that their may have. Both of our activities coordinators, Steve and Lynne, have completed NAPA Activity Workers Level 2 Award training, and are continually seeking new ideas so we can ensure life in the home is as varied and interesting as possible. We encourage strong community links with the local schools, colleges and local charities in the community. Steve is supported also by his dogs, Tia, Pebbles and Oscar who give great pleasure to the residents in our home, and can often be seen either on a persons lap or being taken for a walk around the home. Many of the visitors that come into Mallard Court commented that it is so friendly and welcoming.

Enriching life
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Steve Moss

Lifestyle Coordinator

Hi, my name is Steve, and I have been a Lifestyle Coordinator at Mallard Court since 2006, and have achieved the NAPA (National Association of Activity Providers) Level 2 Award in Activity Provision in the Care Sector.

We provide a wide range of activities for the people we support, as well as for their families and friends. I also love to have one-to-one chats with residents who like to reminisce about their lives over a cup of tea and some biscuits.

We have our own minibus and have fun days out sight-seeing, having a picnic or going a local pub for a drink and a meal. We also arrange for local artists to provide musical entertainment for everyone at Mallard Court.

Life-encriching activities booklet

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 Mallard Court Care Home

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Namaste Experience

Our residents had a delightful time together as we transformed our lounge into a tranquil namaste room. 

They relished a sensory experience that was soothing yet revitalizing. The ambient lights and sounds contributed to a serene atmosphere that engaged their senses, bringing them peace and happiness. 

Seeing our residents content and at ease in our sensory space was truly heart-warming.

A visit from Oscar

We were thrilled with a surprise visit at our residence!

Our beloved furry companion, Oscar, made an unexpected appearance, and he's absolutely adorable. 

For over 13 years, Oscar has been a regular visitor at Mallard Court, spreading happiness among our residents, guests, and team members. Oscar is a rescue dog who was once left deserted in Leeds as a young puppy. It was a joy to see you, Oscar; we're already looking forward to your next visit!

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Coffee & Cake Concert

Residents, colleagues, and local community members enjoyed a splendid afternoon of live music entertainment. 

The event took place at the Bridlington Community Hub during the "Coffee & Cake Concert." We had the pleasure of being entertained by Claire Louise, an exceptionally talented professional singer from the North East.

We are grateful for the special invitation and were thoroughly impressed by Claire Louise's vocal abilities.

Virtual afternoon at the theatre

Residents across our services had a fantastic time enjoying the virtual screening of Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em. Frank Spencer’s comical misadventures had everyone laughing and it was wonderful to see so many happy faces. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us and a special thanks to The Barn Theatre in the Cotswolds for bringing this stage adaptation of the beloved sitcom to our screens.

Grandparents Day

Lots of residents  received special visits from their grandchildren and great grandchildren as the home began its build up to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on Sunday 6th October. 

Residents, relatives and grandparents came together at the homes Flamingo Bar as they celebrated and looked at old photos and reminisced about stories from their childhood when they spent time with their own grandparents, and spoke fondly about their grandchildren.

Residents enjoyed an afternoon of fizz and snacks with their families, all prepared by the chefs at the home which went down a treat.

 

Autumnal Flower Arranging

As we step into Autumn our residents gathered on Memory Lane to create bloomin' beautiful flower arrangements to brighten up the home and our dining areaFlower arranging is a very popular activity amongst our residents at the home. It enables them to be as imaginative as they like and encourages reminiscence, the use of their hands and reduces feelings of stress and anxiety.

Upcoming events

Tea and a Tour

Join us on the morning of the 28th November for our Tea and a Tour event and enjoy some tasty treats and refreshments.

Pie and Ale Event

Join us and RSVP for our exclusive pie and ale event on 28th November

Parkinson's UK Coffee Morning

Join us on November 29th as we welcome the local Parkinson's UK branch to our homes coffee morning.

Open Day

We warmly welcome you to join us for our homes open day event on Saturday 30th November. 

November

Join us in November as we look ahead to the life enrichment and community events coming soon to our home.

Christmas Card Competition

Find out more and join in our homes Christmas card competition.

Autumn Newsletter

Our Autumn Newsletter is here! Read all about the latest news from within the home and our upcoming events.

Christmas Respite

With Christmas just around the corner, it is never too early to consider booking some respite care for your loved one this year. 

Countdown to Christmas

Take a look at the exciting festive events coming to our home this holiday season.

Financial Planning Seminar

We welcome you to join us on January 9th as we welcome Murray Hills Solicitors for a highly informative and free seminar on future planning.

Community Cafe

Join us every third Thursday of the month for our homes Community Cafe in association with our friends at 'Active Communities'

Dementia Cafe

We know how important it is supporting our local community and extend an invitation to join us at our monthly dementia cafe, last Tuesday of the month from 2.00 pm.

Emergency Services - Take a break on us!

Come and take a break on us! Calling all emergency personnel - ambulance, police, district nurses - come and enjoy a drink and slice of cake on your break.

Coffee Morning

Come along and make new friends at our popular coffee morning - 1st Tuesday of the month from 11.00 am. All welcome.

Volunteers - Could you make a difference?

We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.