Activites 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!

Read our brochure ‘Life-enriching activities’ for more information about life in our care homes.
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Katalin Schlepp
Head of Lifestyle
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.
Celebrating life at Orchard House Care Home
At Orchard House, we’re celebrating Carers Week in style!
From Tuesday 10th to Friday 13th, our wonderful carers can enjoy a delicious breakfast in the library starting from 10am. On Wednesday 11th, alongside breakfast, we’ll also host an open clinic with management from 10am to discuss anything that matters to our team.
A big thank you to our amazing carers who make a difference every single day. Our residents and the whole team truly appreciate everything you do.
Happy Carers Week!
Father's Day at Orchard House
This extraordinary event was lovingly arranged by Chantelle and Juliette, daughters of one of our cherished residents, Keith. Keith, a former dance instructor, was given a heartfelt surprise as the dancers brought his passion for dance back to life. The beautiful performance by Graeme and Sarah left smiles on everyone’s faces and was a poignant moment for Keith, filled with nostalgia and joy.
Adding to the magic, Graeme and Sarah also took the time to teach a few dance steps to our residents, who eagerly joined in. Seeing everyone dance together was a heart-warming highlight of the day, spreading joy and laughter throughout the home.
Orchard House hit the Isle of Wight Festival!
What a day to remember! On Saturday, we took some of our wonderful residents to the Isle of Wight Festival – and it was extra special for one very important reason… Ken celebrated his 93rd birthday – in true rockstar style!
Wearing a hat that proudly said “Happy 93rd Birthday Dad” and floating along with two giant birthday balloons, Ken was truly the star of the festival. Everywhere we went, festival-goers cheered, sang, and wished him a Happy Birthday – one group even burst into song just for him! But the magic didn’t stop there…
Stuart, one of our residents, had a personal reason to cheer: his nephew was performing with the Reckless Band, a fantastic Bryan Adams tribute act. We were right there in the crowd, singing along, soaking up the music, and supporting our family in the best way possible. And to top it all off, Ken’s daughter and son joined us for the big day – and we’re sure they’ll be talking about it for a long time to come.
A heartfelt thank you to the festival organisers for helping make this happen – and to the amazing people who made Ken feel like a true VIP.
Celebrating the 80th VE Day at Orchard House!
On the 8th May, we marked a special occasion with a fabulous Garden Party and Street Party to celebrate the 80th VE Day! Our beautiful Union Jack cake was the star of the refreshments, and the wonderful Paulo entertained us with his incredible music, creating a true street party atmosphere.
Our residents had an amazing time dancing, sharing stories, and reminiscing about their memories from the time of the Second World War’s end. It was a joyful day filled with laughter, connection, and reflection. A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so special!
On the first day of May, care home staff at Orchard House welcomed the arrival of spring with a delightful outing to Quarr Abbey under the radiant sunshine and beautiful weather
The day proved truly unforgettable, especially for residents, who wholeheartedly enjoyed every moment of the experience.
Adding a touch of charm to our picnic was the feeding of the pigs – residents brought along a generous supply of fresh carrots, which the little pigs devoured with great enthusiasm. These interactions not only brought joy to everyone involved but also highlighted the unique bond between people and nature.
Boxing Fun at Orchard House This Bank Holiday Monday
Orchard House was abuzz with energy and excitement this Bank Holiday Monday as we welcomed a professional boxing trainer for a special workout session. The session brought a refreshing start to the week, offering our residents a chance to get moving, laugh, and enjoy a unique activity together.
Led by the fantastic Mark, the training session was tailored to suit everyone’s abilities, ensuring it was both inclusive and engaging. Our residents had a wonderful time learning new moves, sharing plenty of laughs, and feeling energised by the end of the session.
This collaboration marks the beginning of what we hope will be more visits from Mark in the future. His passion and professionalism truly made the day special, and we are so grateful for the joy he brought to our community.
At Orchard House, we’re always looking for ways to inspire and uplift our residents, and this Bank Holiday boxing session was a perfect example of how physical activity and social connection go hand in hand.
Dementia Disco!
We had an unforgettable afternoon at Orchard House Care Home with a fabulous Dementia Disco! The amazing duo, HunnyBz, brought the house down with their incredible performances of ABBA classics.
Their energy and talent had everyone singing, dancing, and smiling throughout the event.
Our residents thoroughly enjoyed this lively and heart-warming musical afternoon—it was truly a day to remember!
Thank you to everyone who made this event such a success!

Easter Bunny Visit
The bunny hopped to every corner of the building to make sure every resident had a little Easter treat.
The bunny and their little helper put a smile on everybody’s face.
Happy Easter to everyone from all of us here at Orchard House!
Easter Preperations
In the lead-up to Easter, we stocked up on delicious chocolates to make the celebrations extra sweet for everyone here at Orchard House Care Home.
We also enjoyed a wonderful trip to the East Cowes seafront, where we soaked in the beautiful views and fresh sea air.
It was the perfect way to relax and spend quality time together as a community. These special moments remind us how important it is to celebrate life’s simple joys.
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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 enrichment
With us, it's all about making every day meaningful for our residents. We do this through our Life Enrichment programme, designed to suit the needs of each person in our care, and support individuals in retaining their joy, purpose and life skills for as long as possible. We offer a range of daily activities for individuals to get involved in, whether that's socially as part of a group, solo or with a team member, ensuring everyone receives the support that adds enrichment to their life.
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