Activities at Mallard Court Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life. 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.
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
Pamper Sessions
Here at Mallard Court our residents love their pamper sessions and sharing fond memories of time gone by with a nice cup of tea and biscuits.
We have nail manicures, foot spa, hand massages, hairdressing salon and have our very own sensory bath with music, lights and lots of bubbles, to create an intimate and special time for our residents and staff to enjoy together.
Home hosts Summer Fair
Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Mallard Court to enjoy an Open Day & Summer Fair, which was held at the home on Saturday 19th August. Mallard Court hosted a variety of activities throughout the day, including craft stalls, cream teas, prize raffle, tombola, hook-a-duck and more, which were enjoyed by everyone who came to the event. Staff at Mallard Court made everyone feel welcome and were delighted to see different generations having fun together.
‘Herstory’ of Mayfair
Residents across our services had a fantastic time joining Mandy Morrow for a virtual walking tour to learn about the ‘Herstory’ of Mayfair. The Mayfair of Nightingales may be long gone but it still holds a 20th century charm. Birthplace to the late Queen Elizabeth II, home to one of WWII's most decorated female war heroes and a tale of a wealthy Aristocrat and one of France's favourite designers.
We were delighted to take a walk down memory lane and discover stories from one of London's most iconic areas. The experience was truly enjoyed by all.
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!
Upcoming events
Open Day Event
We invite you to join us for our homes open day event from 10am - 4pm on Saturday 5th April.
World Parkinson's Day Support Group
Join our support group as we mark World Parkinson's Day on Friday11th April.
Spring Fair
We hope you can join us on Saturday 12th April for our homes Spring Fair with lots of fun and entertainment for all the family.
Easter Art Competition
Take part in our Easter art competition and either send your best piece of Easter themed art or pick up a colouring page from the home and win a prize.
April
Join us as we look ahead to our Easter celebrations, life enrichment and community events.
Spring Newsletter
Our Spring Newsletter is live. Find out about the latest goings on in the home and events coming soon.
May
Join us at the home as we look forward to the warmer months and take a look at our upcoming events and activities.
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.
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.
Community Cancer Support Cafe
We know the importance of supporting our local community and to wish to offer a space and support to those who have been affected by cancer with our specialist community cafe.
Carer's Cafe
We understand the importance of looking after the local community and are offering a comfortable space for carers to connect with one another.
Community Cafe
Join us every third Thursday of the month for our homes Community Cafe in association with our friends at 'Active Communities'
Looking For a Meeting Place
For further details of what Mallard Court can offer, Please get in touch with the home.
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.
Coffee Morning
Come along and make new friends at our popular coffee morning - 1st Tuesday of the month from 11.00 am. All welcome.
