Activities at Middletown Grange Care Home
We aim to provide a variety of activities that will both mentally and physically stimulate the people we support. Residents have a range of different needs and interests, and it is crucial that these are reflected in the activities available, so that each individual is able to participate to the best of their ability. We organise both group and individual social events that everyone is welcome to take part in; there is a weekly outing to local places of interest, including the garden centre and the local farms, parks and museums. In addition, we enjoy regular visits from entertainers and even exotic animals. We also host events such as 'Beach Day' that relatives and friends are encouraged to participate in. Getting involved in charities is a big part of our ethos, so events such as 'PJs for Pudsey' and pirate-themed days are regularly hosted to raise money for different foundations, including the Alzheimer’s Society.
Faye Tanner
Hi my name is Faye and I'm the Activity Co-Ordinator here at Middletown Grange. I joined the team this year, however have been providing activities within the care setting for over 7 years. It is truly a rewarding job, I strive to provide the best activities and life enrichment for our residents and ensure that what we do supports personal interests and hobbies of those we care for. I look forward to seeing you in our beautiful home.
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 Middletown Grange Care Home
Saying Goodbye to HRH Prince Philip
In loving memory of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on Saturday many of our residents gathered in the Middletown lounges and their rooms to pay our respects.
We raised a toast to say a dignified and beautiful 'goodbye and thank you' to the Prince and fell silent alongside the Queen, and the Royal family as we watched the whole ceremony, reminiscing about his life and all he did for the young and the Queen.
Rest in Peace - HRH Prince Philip.
Tea Party to Celebrate Southerndown Cyclethon
On Wendesday 15th April we hosted a tea party and 'All about Oxfordshire' quiz at Middletown Grange inviting the Southerndown cyclethon team as they completed another 34 miles on their foot pedal cycles from Hempton Field care home in Chinnor to ourselves in Witney!
It was such a lovely afternoon of happiness, smiles and laughter between residents across the zoom screens. The overall winners were Southerndown, although a special mention should go to 'David C' from Middletown for his expertise on the subject of Oxfordshire; he certainly did us proud. We all feel like winners being able to get together in support of the fabulous charity Be Free Young Carers
To find out more about the Southerndown Cyclethon Challenge please visit https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Team/Barchester
Keep on going Southerndown only 16 miles to go to complete the overall 124 miles! You're amazing!!!
Getting to Know You
Taking time to 'get to know you' our latest addition to the activities team at Middletown Grange; Debbie spent time with many of our residents today, introducing herself alongside Teri-Ann and playing 'Life Story Snakes & Ladders' which led to many giggles!
Debbie also had 121 sessions with many of our memory lane residents, chatting to them whilst they used the aqua paints to reveal beautiful water colours. These artworks magically appear when water is applied giving the user a real sense of achievement.
Arts & Reminiscence Sessions
Our activities rooms are always ready for fun, relaxation and reminiscence. Today, several of our wonderful gentlemen met to chat through the years, using picture prompts whilst the ladies got creative on the arts & crafts tables.
Easter Ducklings
Our residents are such proud parents this week as 3 of their 5 ducklings from https://www.incredibleeggs.co.uk/ have hatched! Each day they have enjoyed watching the progress, from the initial tapping noises coming from the incubated eggs to their individual breakthroughs into the world.
The ducklings then live in the brooding unit, where they can be cared for by our residents and carefully handled; the love shown for these little ducklings is so beautiful to see so rewarding and precious. I had the privilege of holding one of Pat's 'little darlings' under her expert supervision.
Carers Guitar Solo
What a gift! Carer Kevin took time-out to sit with our residents and play his guitar... It was simply beautiful #thankyou if brightened our day.
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