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
Crafternoon
We held our first ever Crafternoon in aid of the charity Mind, as others all over Britain were doing too!
We had a lovely creative time making paper leaf wreaths and Christmas cards. Many thanks to all who supported us!
Chester Literature Festival
We had a night at the Storyhouse in Chester, where poet and national treasure, Pam Ayres, gave us two hours of laughter and reminiscence. Residents love her poems and can recite them by heart, and they always bring a smile,
How nice to be a part of the Literary Festival in Chester
Honouring the Fallen
Musical entertainment with a 'remembrance' theme was held on Monday 12th November, with lots of lovely songs from the 1920-1940s, which were sung by Sheena and a special last post from Alan on the trumpet.
The Oak Grange Choir put on a wonderful performance during our remembrance gathering service on 9th November for all our families and friends – it was very moving. Two Oak Grange residents have lived through two world wars, and they were part of the wreath-laying ceremony, laying poppy wreaths on our table of remembrance to the sound of the last post.
We sang 'I Vow to Thee My Country', 'God Save the Queen', 'Amazing Grace' 'Jerusalem' and a medley of songs connected to wartime, and all of our visitors were presented with a homemade poppy from residents. We then finished with a sherry toast.
It ws a lovely, reflective afternoon to mark such an important date.
Fallen for the Fallen
We travelled around our local village of Upton with local Councillor, Jill Houlbrook and Andy Scargill, Vice Chair of the Friends of Chester Country Park, to give us a guided tour and talk all about their poppy trail, 'Fallen for the Fallen', which marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1. Residents were very interested in how all the poppies have a local soldier's name attached.
Happy Halloween!
Residents at Oak Grange were so impressed with the local pumpkin people in our surrounding villages when we went for a drive around that we decided to make our own folk to join us.
We created Bernard and Bernadette from spare clothes, newspaper, pumpkins and paint. They are now sat happily outside, welcoming visitors, and offering them some delicious chocolates.
International Day of Older Persons
Local children from St Oswald's Primary School were invited to join us for dominoes, pool, cats cradle, old maid, noughts and crosses, and to fly model aeroplanes. We also enjoyed some afternoon tea together. As you can see, we all had a really lovely afternoon together, sharing games that everyone could play.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us as we get into the festive spirit. Merry Christmas!
