Activities at Meadowbeck 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.
Tina Holmes
Hi, I’m Tina, and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Meadowbeck.
I began working at the home as a Care Assistant in 1999. In 2014, I changed my role to Social Support Worker, which I enjoyed, as it involved supporting residents at Meadowbeck in their daily lifestyles.
I then became the Activities Coordinator in May 2017. I love working with our residents and getting to know them and their families. In addition to supporting them maintain an active lifestyle I always ensure to personally get to know each resident when they move in with us to support them in the continuation of any hobbies or interests the might have.
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 Meadowbeck Care Home
Storytelling Week at Meadowbeck
Here at Meadowbeck residents celebrated Storytelling Week with an evening visit from the Rainbows and Brownies, sharing and telling each other stories from old and new books.
One of our ladies brought along her treasured Winnie the Pooh books that was given to her husband in 1925 reading out poems from these, The evening also brought back very fond memories from her primary school teaching days.
Arts and Crafts
Residents got creative during their arts and crafts session at the home. They've painted various items trinket boxes, bird houses, flowers and masks. This showed off their creative skills, lots of concentration going on, within a relaxed friendly atmosphere.
Residents Make Pizzas
Residents enjoyed making their own Pizzas. Choosing their very own preferred tasty toppings by colour and taste, by sampling all the choices that were on offer. This was a great afternoon with smiles all around.
Santa Visits Meadowbeck
Residents and visitors enjoyed a special visit from Santa. Bringing along a sack full of presents with him. One of our ladies had to make sure his beard was real.
Christmas Party
Residents, friends and families joined us in celebrations at our Christmas Party. Enjoying Live entertainment from the talented Christie Clifford getting everyone in the Christmas Spirit, lots of singing, clapping, toe tapping and laughter filled the room.
Our Chef did us proud once again with a wonderful buffet and festive drinks. Meadowbeck has had such a fun packed month for the run up to Christmas with School visits, Ladies Choirs and Christmas Carol service with our local village Church not forgetting our Pantomime A Christmas Carol.
Rainbows and Brownies
Residents had a lovely evening with the children making Christmas cards together with lots of interaction. Also brought back fond memories for one of our ladies from her many years as a primary school teacher, who always looks forward to children from surrounding local schools coming to visit.
Finished off a busy crafts session with the children telling us jokes and singing.
Upcoming events
Come and take a break on us! - Emergency Services
Come and take a break on us! We extend a warm invitation to all emergency service personnel to pop in on your break as there may be a cake or two available....
