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.
Steve Moss
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.
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 Mallard Court Care Home
Mallard Court loves Flowers and Gardening
We love our flower arranging craft sessions here at Mallard Court, creating some beautiful displays for around our home.
When the weather is fine we can’t wait to go into our spacious garden areas and do a spot of gardening together.
We are really proud of our “Bee friendly” garden wall which has really flourished, attracting a variety of Bees and Butterflies to our garden.
Alice in Wonderland Day
Here at Mallard Court we had an absolutely fabulous time celebrating the stories of Alice In Wonderland.
We created an eye-catching display with memorabilia from the stories of Alice In Wonderland.
We had a lovely time reminiscing over our memories of Alice and many of our favourite characters in the stories, and coloured in pictures of them together.
We completed the day with a “Mad Hatters” tea party, with delicious sandwiches and a selection of scrumptious jam tarts!
Pet Therapy
Here at Mallard Court we love our Pet Therapy sessions and we had a surprise visit from Home Manager Dianne Peter’s canine companion, Chalky.
Chalky is a Miniature Jack Russell Terrier, which are a very quiet, well mannered, intelligent and devoted companion.
They get along well with other animals and children of all ages.
It was no surprise at all how much this little well behaved chap was so well received, and he had lots of cuddles with our residents and staff!
National Ice Cream Day
Residents across our homes had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event in celebration on National Ice Cream Day. Wall’s team took us on a great journey through history, sharing fascinating details about the brand since its launch in 1922. We learned about major innovations such as the introduction of Mr Whippy, Cornetto, Viennetta, Twister, and Carte d'Or.
Residents were treated to a sing-along to Cornetto classic ads, an interactive quiz about fun Wall’s facts and best-of-all, an ice-cream tasting session. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our ice-cream lovers.
Home welcome Volunteers and Student Placements
Residents and staff at Mallard Court care home in Bridlington, enjoy welcoming local volunteers and student work placements into the home where they join in with reminiscence, music, games and a variety of other activities together. We have recently being joined by Grace, who brought lots of joy and smiles to the residents, we’ve enjoyed, Ruby a student at Headlands School with her weeks placement and we also host students from East Riding College
A dogs life
Across of homes residents had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Jennifer and Emily from Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity. Jennifer and Emily took us on a journey to discover the rich history of Dogs Trust and their facilities.
Using captivating video and photo footage, our residents were able to explore rehoming centres and learn more about the highest level of welfare offered there. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our dog lovers.
Upcoming events
September
Hello September! We extend a warm invitation for you to join us throughout the month, all welcome.
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em - Virtual Event
The Barn Theatre in the Cotswolds is streaming its stage adaptation of this beloved sitcom straight in to our lounge, for us to enjoy from the comfort of our armchairs.
Barchester's Big Quiz - Live Virtual Event
Calling all quizzers!
Join us for an exciting quiz to test your general knowledge and see who is the biggest brainbox of them all!
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.
Tea and Tour
We welcome you to join us for tea and a tour, 2nd Wednesday of the month and find out what we have to offer you or a loved one here at Mallard Court.
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.
