Activities at Orchard House 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!
Katalin Schlepp
Hello, I’m Katie Schlepp, and my job as the Head of Lifestyle is more than a career; it’s my passion. Every day, I have the pleasure of enhancing lives and creating moments of joy for our residents. It’s a privilege to be a part of this community where we celebrate life in all its richness, from organizing engaging activities to fostering connections and ensuring our residents well-being, I’m dedicated to making every day extraordinary. Our residents happiness and comfort are what drive me, and I’m committed to ensuring that your time at Orchard House is nothing short of wonderful.
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 Orchard House Care Home
Elf Day Brings Festive Fun to Orchard House!
Yesterday, Orchard House Care Centre was filled with holiday cheer as both residents and staff embraced the spirit of Elf Day in style!
Everyone got into the festive mood, dressing up in colourful and creative Elf costumes. The residents especially enjoyed seeing the staff’s cheerful outfits, which brought smiles and laughter throughout the day.
The highlight of the event was when the residents took on the role of judges, voting for the best Elf costume. Drumroll, please… The winner was our new activities assistant, Lewis!
Congratulations to Lewis for his fantastic outfit and for adding to the festive joy.
Festive Cheer in Full Swing at Orchard House Care Home
The holiday season is in full bloom at Orchard House where residents are embracing the festive spirit with a variety of heart-warming activities.
The recent highlight was a collaborative mince pie baking session, which brought smiles all around. Residents worked together to create delicious homemade mince pies, celebrating the joys of the season through shared traditions.
In addition to the baking fun, residents have been treated to special outings, including shopping trips to pick out Christmas gifts and a delightful minibus tour to admire the local Christmas lights. These activities have been carefully planned to ensure everyone can participate in something they enjoy.
Festive Cheer at Orchard House Care Home
Orchard House Care Home is in full festive swing this December, embracing the joy and warmth of the holiday season with its residents. This week, the home welcomed two very special visitors: Baldrick the therapy cat and the playful Abbie the dog. The residents enjoyed their time with the furry companions, stroking Baldrick’s soft fur and sharing cuddles with Abbie, creating moments of joy and connection.
In the afternoon, Orchard House continued a cherished holiday tradition as the Way Forward group visited to perform beautiful Christmas carols. Their heartfelt singing filled the home with festive spirit and brought smiles to everyone’s faces. To thank the group for their annual contribution, the care home gifted them with small Christmas packages, a token of appreciation for the joy they bring to the residents year after year.
Mental Health Day!
Orchard House celebrated Mental Health Day with a joyful morning coffee gathering, bringing residents and staff together for a light-hearted celebration of mental well-being.
The event featured playful interactions with some ‘silly’ special guests, including a panda, pig and puppy, creating an atmosphere full of laughter and smiles.
The aim of the celebration was to emphasise the importance of mental health awareness, not only on World Mental Health Day but every subsequent day.
Orchard House Care Home staff, alongside residents, enjoyed the light-hearted spirit of the event, reminding everyone that even small acts of joy can make a big difference to mental wellness.
Resident’s Long-Awaited Visit to St. Catherine’s Lighthouse
Orchard House Care Home is proud to announce a heart-warming story of making dreams come true for one of our residents. Rita, a resident, has always cherished the image of a lighthouse, bringing with her a large photograph of one when she moved in. Despite no longer being able to hike or travel easily, her love for lighthouses has never dimmed.
In a remarkable effort to bring joy and fulfilment to our residents, the activities team at Orchard House Care Home organized a special trip to the iconic St. Catherine’s Lighthouse. The weather was perfect, with a gentle breeze and beautiful sunshine illuminating the lighthouse, making it a truly memorable experience.
The outing was a wonderful success, leaving residents feeling joyful and connected to nature and each other. At Orchard House Care Home we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents, ensuring their dreams and passions are honoured.
A Magical Afternoon of Harp Music at Orchard House Care Centre
Residents and guests at Orchard House Care Centre were treated to a truly magical afternoon of harp music, performed by the incredibly talented Bella Brown, a professional solo harpist.
The event became even more special when Bella kindly allowed one of our residents, a guitarist, to try out the harp. This personal connection added a heart-warming moment to an already enchanting afternoon, as the residents took the opportunity to engage with the musician and experience the instrument first hand.
The event was a wonderful success, with attendees mesmerized by Bella’s beautiful performance. It was an afternoon filled with elegance, soothing melodies, and joy. We are grateful to Bella for sharing her extraordinary gift with us, and we hope to host more such inspiring events in the future! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special occasion. Stay tuned for more exciting events at Orchard House Care Centre!
