Activities at Overslade House Care Home
Our activities team is dedicated to organising a variety of events and activities and adapting them to suit the capabilities of those we support. Our goal is to improve quality of life by providing activities that are tailored to residents' own interests.
At Overslade House, we encourage local people and businesses to participate, as well as our staff and relatives, in order to keep them involved as part of a wider community. We strive to enhance the quality of both mental and physical stimulation through weekly minibus excursions, PAT dogs, quizzes, Zumba classes, arm chair line dancing, musical entertainers, pamper sessions and much more.
We definitely have something for everyone!
Julie Bateman
Hi, my name is Julie, and I'm the lead Activities Lead here at Overslade House. I've been an entertainer for over 25 years which has given me a great foundation for meeting people from various backgrounds, and has also helped nurture my social skills.
I love animals, and have two Dachshunds of my own who, like me, love meeting new people. I'm looking forward to bringing them in to meeting all our lovely residents here at Overslade.
I'm a bit of a social butterfly and enjoy visiting National Trust locations, attending the Theatre, singing and dining out. Over the years I've even been an 'extra' on TV!
Living life to the full is my motto, and I wish to instil this in all our residents, whatever your ability there is something new to learn or try. Life is for enriching and enjoyment. I look forward to getting to know you and your loved ones. We are always open to new ideas, if you'd like to contact me please call the home on 01788 522577 or email me direct on overslade.activities@barchester.com - New entertainers always welcome.
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 Overslade House Care Home
Pop-Up Bar Delights
An adventurous few enjoyed a pop-up gin bar courtesy of one of our lovely carers who donated a selection of G&Ts to the residents of our William Webb Ellis suite.
So after supper the ladies enjoyed a tipple of Dry Gin and Elderflower tonic, whilst John A tried a Lemon Drizzle Gin with plain Tonic. No fancy beverages for our John S, who 'kept it real' with a can of Carling! Whatever the choice, they all had a wonderful time.
Local WI Meeting at Overslade
It was an absolute pleasure to host the wonderful ladies from the Bilton Women's Institute yesterday in one of our gardens.
The weather stayed fine, and chef's little buffet of sandwiches and cakes made us all smile. We'd like to say a 'big thank you' to the group for inviting several of our lady residents to join the meeting. It was a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon, listening to, and sharing stories of famous encounters and chatting the time away with new friends.
We all look forward to seeing you all again in September.
Winner winner!
Card shark Barbara won herself a hand massage and nail polish courtesy of Denisa; she's a real winner with an ace up her sleeve!
H3 Fitness Class
Fitness and fun don't usually go hand in hand, however when David from H3 Fitness takes the class its giggles all round for our residents.
Thank You Cup Cakes
This week the UK entered into another phase to 'freedom', as a thank you to some of the key workers in Rugby that have continued to provide our residents and staff with the additional care they have needed throughout the pandemic, chef Joanna and Senior General Manager; Violeta from Overslade House decided to gift them with freshly made cup-cakes to keep them smiling.
All at Overslade House care home send thanks to the team at our local Vaccination Centre; The Railings, Locke House including Doctor Eva Menon and volunteer Liz Clarke.
And all at Rugby St Cross hospital; volunteers and ambulance staff including Matron Maureen Collins and the team on Cedar Ward. We hope you enjoyed the cakes.
Sun, Chats and Creativity
When the sun shines we get creative in the gardens!
Our residents have been making friendship bracelets, painting flowers and creating amazing collages from foraged flower heads, petals and leaves. Taking time in the fresh air with friends, chatting over a cup of tea or glass of cold juice makes for a wonderful afternoon.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
