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.
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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 Meadowbeck Care Home
Visiting St. Hilda's Coffee Morning
Our residents and colleagues were delighted to receive an invitation to join David and the team at St. Hilda's York for their weekly 'Community Coffee Morning'
The residents at Meadowbeck had a lovely time meeting, speaking and making new friends with members of the Osbaldwick community.
We'd like to offer David and the team our heartfelt thanks for the wonderful hospitality, refreshments and delicious freshly baked snacks.
Residents Dream Comes True
Peter a Resident at the Meadowbeck Care Home in Osbaldwick York has wished to revisit his lifetime passion of Motorbikes. So staff at the home made his wish a reality proving the old adage, it’s never too late.
Peter has lived at the Meadowbeck Care Home for 2 years and is beloved by staff and residents alike. Staff at the home were delighted to be a part of making his dream come true when they received an invitation from the Squires Motorcycle Café in Sherburn Elmet, inviting Peter to join them for a bikers meet, as they knew how much it meant to him, and they all wanted to be there to see the smile on Peter’s face when his dream was realised.
Celebrating Cadbury's 200th Birthday
Residents across our services had a wonderful time joining Cadbury for an interactive virtual talk on their fascinating 200-year history.
Residents joining learnt interesting facts about the chocolate giant, shared memories, and reminisced about their favourite sweet treats.
It was a heart-warming experience filled with laughter, nostalgia, and plenty of chocolatey goodness!
Dementia Action Week
In order to support residents’ relatives and friends, and the local community, Barchester’s Meadowbeck Care Home in Osbaldwick, York, in association with the York Alzheimer’s Society hosted a free Alzheimer’s Awareness Talk on Monday 13th May to launch Dementia Action Week.
Margaret Ferguson from the Alzheimer’s Society York, hosted a highly informative seminar on the support which is available for those who are touched by dementia. Margaret spoke at great length about the support which is available to the York community and to let people know they are not alone when facing dementia.
Victory in Europe Day celebrated
Meadowbeck marked the anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in style by throwing a 1940s afternoon tea party to remember. The home was decorated in red, white and blue flags and bunting, residents, families and friends enjoyed an afternoon of wartime music and dancing.
Head chef, Daniel whipped up a delicious selection of freshly-baked biscuits, sandwiches, cakes and pastries for the occasion, all washed down with pots of tea.
Residents reminisced about their memories of VE Day and watched clips of the celebrations that took place outside Buckingham Palace and all across London.
Home host Spring Fair
Meadowbeck was full of animal mischief when baby lambs came to visit the home for our Spring Fair event. Residents at Meadowbeck care home were pleasantly surprised to see their new furry friends roaming around their home when two baby lambs Velma and Daphne, from Ryedale Animal Group paid a visit to our spring fair.
It was a great start to the afternoon, with everyone enjoying live music entertainment with Nikki Humberstone and a delicious afternoon tea, browsing homemade crafted stalls.
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....