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
Baking Easter Treats
Our Tuesday baking session continued the Easter theme, with Anne and Margaret making their community friends some delicious Lemon Drizzle Simnel slices; they looked, smelt and with a nice cup of tea the group all agreed...tasted amazing!
Easter Monday Quiz
Easter Monday morning quiz! And the winner is * Rita * well done you cleaver lady. During the afternoon Robert assisted Fiona in giving out The Gift of Years Rugby hand crafted chicks to all our residents.
Happy Easter Gift from Asda
Our wonderful resident's received Easter Eggs with help from the Easter bunny this morning. A big THANK YOU to Ally at Asda for their donation of yummy chocolate eggs for all at Overslade House.
Good Friday Art Club
Good Friday morning, our residents across the communities decided to get 'arty' with a Easter theme activity to wish everyone a Happy Easter!
Gift of Years 'Knitted Chicks'
The residents at Overslade House wish to send a massive THANK YOU and good wishes for a wonderful Easter to our friends The Gift of Years Rugby
we absolutley love the selection of 50+ handknitted chicks and yummy eggs!
Saying Happy Retirement to Wonderful Carer
To have had the beautiful 'Ewa' working with them for the past 11 years. It was with a heavy heart we said 'good bye and happy retirement' today Friday 19th March 2021.
We had a lovely social distanced party to wave her off. Ewa said she has enjoyed working here at Overslade House, meeting and caring for so many wonderful residents, but now it’s time to relax and spend some quality time on her allotment. 'Thank you' Ewa for all your years of commitment & care; enjoy your retirement and do stay in touch.
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.
