Activities at Meadow Park Care Home

Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.

Enriching life
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Life-encriching activities booklet

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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 Meadow Park Care Home

Halloween fun

Barchester’s Meadow Park was a den of ghoulish activity as the home’s spooky Halloween party got in to full swing.

Staff, residents and guests got in to the spirit of things with fancy dress, music and games, pumpkin carving and much more. It was a fun-filled day for everyone!  

Keeping in touch

Residents at Meadow Park have been hard at work creating cards to send to their loved ones along with photographs as a surprise throughout lockdown. They have also been making use of skype and facetime so that they can video call their relatives.

General Manager, Vicky Mallaburn said “It is vitally important that we ensure that our residents can remain in contact with their family and friends during this time. New technology is great for this purpose, but of course a good old fashioned letter is just as welcome!”

Baking club

Residents from Meadow Park enjoyed an afternoon of baking, which took them back to their younger years.  Baking sessions are a popular group activity for the home and the activity had taste buds tingling as the aroma of freshly baked cup cakes wafted through the home.

The homes activities coordinator, said: “The residents enjoy spending time in the kitchen, as it not only brings back memories of their childhood, but also times when they’ve baked with their own children and grandchildren. Once all the bakes were made, we all enjoyed sitting down with a cup of tea and a home-made cake.”

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Garden visit joy

There has been much careful planning and preparation for this moment behind the scenes at Barchester Healthcare.  Social distancing was still in place, and homes that are able to take part must have a large accessible garden.  It was welcome news to so many residents, family, and friends, who were kept apart for so long following strict government guidance. Residents and their loved ones got together in the home garden and the garden was fully of joy and chatter.

Vicky Mallaburn General Manager at the home, said: “This has been a much welcomed development in what have been very strange times. The visits are safe and organised, and it was wonderful to see how happy it made the residents. We will of course endeavour to keep up the high standards of care, and continue with our ever evolving life enrichment programme, to keep residents engaged. But this was a lovely day.”

Home design cake fit for a Queen

On Saturday June 13th, the Queen will celebrate her second, and official birthday. But there was an extra incentive to join in the festivities at Meadow Park as residents were asked to design a birthday cake in honour of Her Majesty’s birthday.  The winning cake design will then be whipped into reality by the homes’ chef to be enjoyed by residents and staff on the Queen’s special day.

Residents were also treated to a day of fun-filled royal themed activities prepared by the Meadow Park team. The Queen’s birthday was marked with a small celebration at Windsor Castle, where the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh are staying in isolation.  Residents tuned in to watch a Royal Salute from the military, led by The Welsh Guard and massed Bands of the Household Division, which replaced the Trooping the Colour after it was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Vicky Mallaburn General Manager said: “Residents absolutely loved the idea of having their cake brought to life, and were very happy to celebrate our longest reigning monarch. Here at Meadow Park we are continually adapting, and finding new ways to make sure every effort is focused on creating an enjoyable environment for all of our residents, whilst adhering to social distancing advice.”

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Home honours Carers

Meadow Park held a day of celebrations to thank care staff at the home, who make a real difference to the lives of those in their care.   Staff were treated to hampers filled with goodies to enjoy during their tea breaks.   Staff also helped residents send “Thinking of you postcards” to family members who have been unable to visit due to lockdown, but whom also give so much support to their loved ones, and carers in the home.

Vicky Mallaburn General Manager said: “I am very proud of the carers at Meadow Park in light of the current situation our carers have continued to work tirelessly to provide high quality, personalised care to the people living in our homes, and often go above and beyond the call of duty, which has a huge impact on people’s lives. They offer friendship and comfort to residents and their relatives, during what can be a very emotional time. We appreciate the work they do all year round, and especially in these unprecedented times”.

Upcoming events

Emergency Services - Take a break on us!

Come and take a break with us - enjoy a warming drink and slice of cake!

Dementia Cafe - 1st Thursday of the month

We extend a warm invitation for you to join us - First Thursday of the month from 10.30 am - 12.00 pm - all welcome.

Volunteers - Could you make a difference?

If you are interested in Volunteering, we'd love to hear from you!

Are you looking for a place to host a meeting?

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