Activities at Oxford Beaumont Care Community
Our Activities Coordinators are committed to organising a mix of activities and events that cater to all tastes, which includes minibus outings to nearby places of interest and visits from animal trusts, local school choirs, musicians and entertainers. We also undertake one-to-one activities for residents who are unable to participate in group sessions, and encourage loved ones to join in whenever they can.
Alice and Sarah
Hi, I'm Alice (left) and I've been working in activities since 2019. I absolutely love my role, and I'm passionate about providing meaningful and life enriching activities for all our residents. My aim is to make them smile everyday!
Hi I’m Sarah (right), I’ve been a member if the Oxford Beaumont team since January 2020. Starting as an Activities assistant on a part time basis, I enjoyed the role so much I'm now one the the full time coordinators.
It’s an absolute pleasure working here, being able to provide life enriching activities that make our residents happy and smile. We have so much fun together, and learn something new everyday from these incredible ladies and gentlemen.
Making links with local groups and organisations to ensure our residents remain part of the local community is a key part of the activities team role, if you would like to make contact with me or my colleague Sarah, please feel free to call us on 01865 730990 or drop us an email OxfordBeaumont.Activities@barchester.com
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 Oxford Beaumont Care Community
Valentine's Day Celebrations!
Here at Oxford Beaumont we have been sharing the love over the last couple of days by preparing flowers to display around the home, making cards to send to loved ones and listening to music by pianist, Tim Valentine.
Residents also had an enjoyable outing to the Dog House pub this morning before arriving back to the home for a special Valentine's lunch prepared by our fantastic hospitality team! It was great to also welcome in some friends from the local community who joined us for lunch!
We also asked residents, visitors and staff our question of the day... 'What do you think makes a good relationship..?'
The Year of the Snake
We recently celebrated the Chinese New Year and what better way to do that than to enjoy a Chinese buffet!
Residents and staff joined together at supper to try a variety of dishes our talented hospitality team had prepared. The buffet included spring rolls, sweet and sour chicken, beef with green peppers and black bean sauce as well as egg-fried rice!
It was thoroughly enjoyed by all!
Celebrations continued throughout the day, such as art and craft sessions; making decorations to display around the home and a visit from the local school in Sunningwell. The pupils had also been discussing the New Year traditions and celebrations in school and presented the residents with handmade lanterns that they had been working on in class!
Throughout the afternoon, the two generations chatted, played games and enjoyed singing songs together.
We look forward to their next visit!
Knitting for the JR Hospital
After hearing that the John Radcliffe Hospital had been appealing for red hats for newborn babies, members of the weekly knit and natter group knew immediately that they wanted to support the brilliant cause.
The purpose of the red hats is to show visual reminders to staff at the hospital of babies that need extra care and observation. Currently, the hospital are expecting to use between 30 and 50 hats a day, so the demand is high!
A big THANK YOU to Maria and Elizabeth, who have been working incredibly hard over the last couple of months knitting and sewing up the hats. We are now very pleased to have some ready to send over to the hospital!
Cards Club!
Sonya and her four-legged friend, Barkley, have recently been joining us once a week for a range of different card games, including Rummy and Trumps!
The club will run every week, and we are always open to new games to try!
A bit about Barkley: Barkley is a very friendly character who has been trained as a guide dog. Barkley loves meeting new people and when he is on duty he wears a special coat to remind himself that he is working!
Look out for Sonya and Barkley when you're next visiting the home!
National Activity Providers & Professionals Week
This week we recognised and celebrated the outstanding contributions of our activities team: Alice, Sarah, Nadia and Skye. Each member of this dedicated team plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents.
Every day, they work tirelessly to organise diverse activities that foster joy and laughter within our community. From art and craft sessions to fitness classes and social events, they strive to create enriching experiences that cater to our residents’ varied interests and needs. Their passion and commitment not only encourage social interaction but also contribute to the overall well-being and happiness of everyone at Oxford Beaumont.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the dedication and hard work that each of you has shown. Your unwavering commitment has made a significant positive impact on our lives and the community as a whole.
Alice, your ability to connect with everyone and bring joy to our days has not gone unnoticed. Sarah, your diligence and attention to detail have ensured everything runs smoothly. Nadia, your creativity and enthusiasm have inspired both residents and staff alike. Skye, your kindness and empathy have brought comfort to so many.
Thank you all for your exceptional contributions. We truly appreciate everything you do for the Oxford Beaumont Care Community.
Chocolate Galore!
Here at Oxford Beaumont we have been having fun testing out our new chocolate fountain… and it has been a GREAT success!
Residents enjoyed prepping different fruits, including strawberries, bananas and kiwis and then adding marshmallows, ready to be covered in chocolate and eaten for a tasty afternoon treat!
