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
Salvation Army Christmas Present Appeal
This morning our manager sent off the Christmas gifts that we have collected for The Salvation Army’s Christmas present appeal!
We are so pleased that we have been able to get involved with this initiative and help some children have a wonderful Christmas. Thank you for all your kind donations #Thankyou
Oakfield Primary Academy sends Christmas Cards
A BIG thank you to Oakfield Primary Academy for these beautiful Christmas cards! Our residents are so pleased with them and we have hung some around the home for all to enjoy.
Daily Activity - Sprouts!
We have been trying a new activity called “daily living” our residents on the Rupert Brooke Suite are absolutely loving being involved in the daily jobs of the care home Some of our lovely residents on the Rupert Brooke Suite got busy this morning helping us prepare Brussel sprouts! They love to help us with every day things as they really enjoy being part of the team!
All Weather Visitor Rooms
We're so pleased to announce we have taken delivery of 'two' new Barchester Healthcare designated visitor rooms/pods. Our Resident Ambassador; Anne officially opened them prior to her own friends visit.
The room's are similar to a living room with comfortable furnishings and heated to create a welcoming and warm environment for residents to continue to spend time with their loved ones in the upcoming winter months. Each room has an intercom system fitted so residents can clearly communicate, and engage in conversation, whilst being able to see their friends and family through a Perspex glass divider fitted for safety to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
These are such a welcomed addition to our ongoing outdoor visits.
Miniatures Museum Exhibition at Overslade House
As our residents can't currently visit the Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, Sally Godden the Senior Learning and Outreach Officer working with our activities team decided to bring the exhibition to us. Our residents enjoyed completing their "Rugby Memories" activity books and viewing our exhibition of 'miniatures'. They thought the items were beautiful and so intricately made. We had a lovely morning taking a trip down memory lane. Thank you #rugbyartgalleryandmuseum
Weekly Cooking Group
The cooking group at Overslade House love working together to create beautiful dishes for their supper. Our ladies choose weekly what recipes they wish to make. This week they made, from scratch their own pizza bases and topped with passata tomatoes, fresh herbs, continental meats and cheese. Anne made a wonderful Bakewell tart for afters!
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.
