Activities at Ochil 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!
Patrycja Dwojak
Hi, I’m Patrycja and am very excited to be a part of the amazing team at Ochil.
I have been working as an Activities Co-ordinator for the last 2 years, always making sure that the programme of activities and events provide a source of fun and laughter and helps each resident to live their life to the full. Please do feel free to come and be part of it with your loved ones
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 Ochil Care Home
Inspirational Achievement
Staff at Ochil were delighted when carer, Jill Rennie completed her SVQ2 Qualification which was celebrated throughout the home to mark her achievement. This achievement is extra special as Jill has gained the qualification at 73-years young!
Jill started at Ochil in August 2017 and has always said “I’m too old” to do a qualification and had aimed to retire when her SSSC was due to expire. With a little gentle encouragement Jill changed her mind and last year, 2019 undertook the qualification. Jill works 29-hours a week and has never had a single day off sick during her employment and is a valuable member of the team. A wonderful employee whose achievement is inspirational.
Elizabeth Stewart, General Manager said: “Jill is an integral member of the team who excels at what she does. I’m delighted that she has completed and passed this qualification. She has worked so hard and we are very proud of her.”
Pony Visit
The 11th of November the very much loved guests, the therapy ponies, were here to see our residents for the morning. Each and every one of our resident’s loved and got to spend time with these gorgeous ponies. And they left our resident’s with a huge smile on their faces.
Barber Shop Choir
On the 6th of November Ochil had the Barber Shop choir in for the afternoon. Singing all the well-known songs and getting our resident’s involved. All our residents had a great time and were singing along smiling.
Residents Enjoy a Trip to Black Watch
Residents of Ochil took a trip down memory lane with a visit to local museum, Black Watch in Perth. The museum is housed within the historic Balhousie Castle, the origins of which are said to date back to the 12th century.
It brought back a lot of emotions and feelings with talk of own experiences being shared as they sat down to coffee and cake in the museums café following their tour. Everyone had an amazing time and are looking forward to their next trip out.
Pantomime Show
Residents recently enjoyed a Doris Day pantomime which left everyone with large smiles on their faces as they remembered this iconic Hollywood face who was part of the Golden Age of Hollywood with the film hits from Romance on the High Seas and starred in films of many genres, including musicals, comedies, dramas, and thrillers.
The performance ensured that everyone sung-along to the wonderful hits of this generation. The afternoon left everyone in a great mood.
Safari Day
Ochil had a lovely day at Blair Drummond safari park on the 3rd of September. We spend the whole day there and the residents came back in a fantastic mood!!
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 - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
Your time could make a difference! For more information on Volunteering at Ochil please get in touch we'd love to hear from you.
Calling all Emergency Services - take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel, come and take a break on us! enjoy a refreshing drink and slice of cake with us.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Are you looking for a place to host a meeting? Come and see what we have to offer.
