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
Flower Arranging
Residents at Overslade House enjoyed a flower arranging class with our local florist. It was an activity enjoyed by many as our residents were able to make a beautiful display while enjoy a catch up with each. This will now be a regular activity as it was very popular and our residents thoroughly enjoyed being able to keep their displays in their room after the class.
Garden Centre Visit
Residents at Overslade House enjoyed a lovely trip to a local garden centre, they enjoyed a cup of tea and a slice of cake, and also a lovely walk around the centre.
Church Service
At Overslade House we encourage our residents to continue to practice their religion while they live with us. We offer services in the home so that everyone can have access to practice. Here, some of our residents are enjoying a church service with a local vicar.
Pub lunch
Residents at Overslade House enjoyed a lovely trip out recently to a pub by the canal, with beautiful views and tasty food it was enjoyed by all.
Arts and Crafts
Residents at Overslade House love to get creative with their regular session with Creative Mojo. They enjoy to socialise and be involved in the project making as a group. This week they were creating a beautiful peacock to be displayed in our home.
Christmas Surprise
Residents at Overslade House had a special guest on Christmas day, Santa visited the home to hand out presents to all of our residents. It was a special surprise, our residents thoroughly enjoyed it and were thrilled by their gifts.
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.
