Oak GrangeBarchester Healthcare

Activities at Oak Grange Care Home

Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.

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!

Read our brochure ‘Life-enriching activities’ for more information about life in our care homes.

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Nicola Chamberlain

Activities Coordinator

Hi, my name is Nicola 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.

With five years of leadership experience and a passion for supporting others, I am thrilled to be part of this team. My creative background allows me to develop innovative and engaging activities that enrich the lives of residents. I am dedicated to creating a welcoming and stimulating environment where everyone feels valued and connected.

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.

Celebrating life at Oak Grange Care Home

103rd Birthday!

On the 24th June one of our residents, Audrey Bracken celebrated her 103rd birthday.

She had lots of treats for her birthday, one of which was a special visit from Poppy who is a Wellbeing Dog who visits people in care homes, schools and lots of other places. Audrey loves animals and was delighted to stroke Poppy. She is partially sighted and loved being able to touch her.

British Flower Week

Happy British Flowers Week. We have been celebrating the week with lots of colourful flowers.

We have been getting creative and mastering our flower arranging skills, creating bright bouquets that we have placed around our lovely home. They have also been planting flowers out in their garden. Our residents have all commented how lovely they all are.

Our residents have been learning all about British flowers, we were surprised at how many different types there were.

Tour De Barchester

On Thursday 12th June, Day 3 of the Tour De Barchester the cyclists 'rolled' into Oak Grange to huge cheers and a warm welcome from our Residents, staff and the local community.

We were joined by the Mayor of Chester, local Fire Fighters and members of our Divisional Senior Leadership Team, including our Managing Director, Alison Donaldson.

Residents enjoyed a ride in a trishaw, before tucking into a delicious BBQ and finishing off with a visit from an ice cream van.

Animal visit

The residents welcomed some special guests to the home, enjoying a wonderful display of owls flying in the back garden and the chance to pet friendly ponies.

The day’s animal entertainment was a delight, not just for the residents, but for their families as well.

A morning visiting the duck pond

The residents enjoyed a peaceful trip to the local duck pond, soaking up the sunshine as they took a leisurely stroll around the water.

Everyone commented on how lovely the weather was and how relaxed they felt afterward.

VE Day celebrations!

Our residents enjoyed a wonderful day celebrating VE Day with a coffee morning in our very own bistro.

They were visited by members of the armed forces, who proudly showcased their medals to the residents. It was a truly enjoyable day for all involved.

Live the beat

The residents enjoyed their intergenerational afternoon with Live the Beat. We had a drop-in session for carers and their children.

The residents sang along with the children as they gave out different props to go with the songs. The residents get so much joy out of seeing the children.

Easter Coffee Morning

The residents enjoyed a nice get together at their Easter Coffee Morning. We had lots of Easter treats and washed down with fresh coffee.

The residents have been decorating their home with nice Easter decorations.

Relaxing Soundbath

The fast-paced pressure of modern life leaves many feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and on the edge of burnout. Sound therapy can help ease stress, enhance mood and have a positive impact on health and well-being, creating a sense of calm, whilst enabling you to enjoy life in a more balanced and peaceful way. We enjoyed an afternoon of calm and tranquillity as we listened to the relaxing sounds.