Activities at Newington Court Care Home

Nutrition and Hydration week is always a delicious week of tasty treats - from Milkshake Monday, to St Patrick's Day afternoon tea, Flavoured Water Wednesday and Fruity Friday, our residents and staff has a fantastic and flavoursome week! 

Residents enjoyed trying the new 'Squash of the Day' every lunchtime too! We had nutrition and food based quizzes, word games and puzzles and some fruity themed mindfulness colouring sessions.

Braving the rain this morning, residents from Newington Court Care Home enjoyed a wonderful minibus excursion to our local Dobbies Garden Centre. The weather didn't dampen our spirits as we spent a delightful morning browsing the vibrant displays of Spring flowers and gathering fresh inspiration for our own Gardening Club while exploring the seeds and plants. After a relaxing stroll through the book section, we gathered at the popular café to warm up with delicious pastries and hot drinks. These weekly minibus trips are a highlight of life at Newington Court, providing our residents with a sense of independence and the simple joy of exploring our local community together, whatever the weather! 

Newington Court Care Home had the absolute pleasure of welcoming the talented choir from Newington Primary School for a heartwarming Christmas Carol Concert. It was a wonderful intergenerational afternoon as our residents and their families joined voices with the children to sing a beautiful selection of festive favourites. Seeing the smiles and shared joy between the different generations was truly moving, perfectly capturing the spirit of the season. We would like to extend a huge thank you to the children and their teachers for visiting us again, and we are already looking forward to arranging our next get-together in the new year!
 

Residents were joined by family, friends and members of the local community for some creative and colourful Rock Painting at our Community Craft Club.

This regular Community Craft Club takes place each month and we welcome new faces to join in the creative fun. 

Who doesn't love a flutter on the horses? Our residents had the opportunity for a "free" bet.

One of the residents fancied a little outing to our local Boyce's Bakery in Sittingbourne, to enjoy some delicious tea and cake! 

The cake selection was amazing and our resident decided to sample the tasty carrot cake and double chocolate cookies to complement their morning drinks.

To mark International Creativity Month this January, Newington Court Care Home hosted an inspiring afternoon for our Community Craft Club. Our residents spent an enjoyable session designing personal Vision Boards for their 2026 plans, alongside Memory Boards designed for meaningful reminiscence. The activity encouraged everyone to reflect on what truly matters to them—from cherished hobbies and travel dreams to the importance of family, friends, and music. It was a wonderful opportunity for self-reflection and a beautiful way for residents to share their life stories and future aspirations with friends both old and new.

On a crisp and sunny morning, our residents at Newington Court Care Home set off on our minibus for a wonderful seasonal outing to one of our local Costa Coffee shops. It was the perfect opportunity to soak up the Christmas atmosphere while enjoying a variety of delicious, festive-flavoured hot chocolates and treats. While there were plenty of seasonal specials to choose from, the chocolate orange hot chocolate was the undisputed firm favourite among our group! It was a heart-warming start to our holiday celebrations, bringing everyone together for warm drinks and great company as we look forward to more festive fun in the village of Newington. 

We were delighted to welcome back the fantastic Carousel Theatre Company to Newington Court Care Home for a truly magical afternoon. This year, they brought their own enchanting version of the classic Cinderella to our lounge, much to the delight of our residents, families, and guests. From the moment the curtain went up, the room was filled with laughter and applause; and in true panto style, the classic shouts of “Oh no they didn’t!” and “Oh yes they did!” could be heard echoing throughout the home. It was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together and share in the festive fun, and we would like to say a huge thank you to the performers and everyone who joined us for such a memorable performance.
 

Residents, staff, families, and members of the local community recently gathered for a poignant Remembrance Day service to pay tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who secured our freedom. Led by Elizabeth Shorthouse and supported by Sharon Mepstead, the service transformed our lounge into a space of shared reflection and reverence. Together, we raised our voices to timeless hymns, including 'The Lord’s My Shepherd' and 'Thine Be the Glory', before observing a minute of silence with deep respect. The atmosphere was one of immense pride and gratitude as we honoured both the heroes of history and those who serve today. Following the service, the afternoon continued with tea, cake, and the sharing of cherished wartime stories, ensuring that the legacies of those no longer with us are held close and never forgotten.