Activities at Oak Grange Care Home
Our home is always full of life, and we can thank our wonderful Activities Coordinators for this. Dedication to creating a unique and interesting activities programme is what sets us apart from other homes. We always take into consideration that some people would prefer to pursue their own interests, which is why our team strive to incorporative activities that cater to a wide range of tastes and hobbies. Our trips out are always fun and exciting as well, and residents are guaranteed to return with stories to tell their loved ones!
Roni Paynter
Hi, My name is Roni and I am the Lead Activities coordinator here at Oak Grange, the wellbeing and happiness of each resident are at the forefront of everything we do, and I am committed to upholding these values as your activities coordinator.
Having worked in various care settings and possessing a passion for enhancing the lives of older adults. I bring a wealth of experience and creativity to the role. My primary objective is to create a vibrant and engaging activities programme that caters to the unique interests, abilities and preferences of each resident.
Together, we will embark on a journey of discovery, enjoyment and companionship. From engaging social events and group outings to stimulating cognitive exercises and creative pursuits, our goal is to ensure that there is always something for everyone to look forward to. Furthermore, I am here not only as an Activities coordinator but also as a friend and confidant, I encourage open communication, suggestions, and feedback from each resident and their families.
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 Oak Grange Care Home
Remembering the Queen
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Oak Grange care home in Mollington paid their respects to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, on the day of her funeral, 19 September 2022. The whole home came together to honour and give thanks for the Queen’s long and extraordinary life of service to the British people and the Commonwealth over her 70 year reign, the longest of any British monarch.
Residents and staff watched the televised service that took place at Westminster Abbey and observed the national two minutes silence in memory of the late Queen before she was laid to rest in St George’s Chapel in Windsor. After the ceremony, staff and residents discussed their memories of the Queen and Prince Philip, and what the royal family has meant to them over the years. They reminisced about royal tours, the Queen’s many milestones and her constant presence in all her subjects’ lives over the last 70 years.
Centenary celebrations
Celebrations have been in full swing at Oak Grange as one of its residents reaches her centenary in style.
Edith Sinclair was joined by staff, relatives, friends and other residents as she received a telegram from the Queen in recognition of her landmark birthday. A champagne reception was held at the home and guests enjoyed a special birthday cake made by the home’s chef Simon Burns.
Edith was born in Chester and has lived there all her life. She lived in Granville Road and worked as a clerk in Chester. She is a member of St. Thomas of Canterbury in the Parish of St. Oswald, before coming to Oak Grange, where she is enjoying a new chapter of her life.
Live musical performance
Residents and guests at Oak Grange care home in Chester a night of grins with a live music performance that took place at the home. The Not Forgotten Singers performed a selection of the Queens favourite songs, classic hits including We’ll Meet Again and Land of Hope and Glory.
Residents joined in with the singing, and clapped along as the band performed their finale song Mama Mia. The hospitality team at the home also provided a spread of sweet and savoury treats for guests to enjoy during the show.
Operational Trainer recognised for 15-years service
An Operational Trainer at Oak Grange in Mollington has received a prestigious 15-Year Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 15 years.
Sarah Butler, General Manager of Oak Grange said: “We’re delighted to be celebrating 15 years of loyal service with Pam during her visit to the home. I speak for all of us here at Oak Grange when I say that I’m looking forward to many more years of working with Pam”.
Armchair travels
The residents have done some armchair traveling around Italy to celebrate Ferragosto on the 15th August. The boot shaped country that fires the imagination in us all.
The residents enjoyed an Italian themed afternoon with music , wine and Italian food. A lovely time was had by all.
Making your mind up!
Staff and residents pulled out all the stops by dressing up in their finery to perform Bucks Fizz ‘Making Their Mind Up’ as they competed against their sister homes across Scotland and North of England in a virtual Eurovision Song Contest.
The residents sang their hearts out and staff from all departments danced and sang along with them. Oak Grange came 3dr and the residents celebrated with a glass of Bucks Fizz.
Upcoming events
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Take a break on us! Calling all emergency services personnel, come and take a break on us and enjoy a warm drink and slice of homemade cake.
Become a Volunteer
Could you make a real difference? If you would like to become a volunteer or would like more information, contact Oak Grange.
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