Activities at Paternoster House Care Home
Our specialist activities staff are committed to organising a mix of activities and events for residents and the local community to get involved in, including trips out to local places of interest in our minibus and visits from entertainers and musicians. It is important to us that each individual who we support can get as much from these as possible, so we try our best to arrange activities that reflect their interests and capabilities as best as possible, and encourage them to participate in any way they can. We also encourage relatives to join with activities and events as often as they can.
Angela Hawkins
Hi my name is Angela, known as Angie, I joined Paternoster House in April 2016 as a care assistant, I have a passion for enriching our residents lives and being part of the Activities Team means I can help them achieve their dreams, keep them motivated and happy.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Paternoster House Care Home
Motorbike Ride-Out Dream Come True
Yesterday two of our residents (Michael) & (Diane) took part in a motorcycle ride out. Initially organised especially for Michael after the activities team read his Wishing Tree request and set to work to make it happen!
Michael is paralysed from the waist down following an accident many years ago. Yet his wish was to ride once again. When Michael was asked what his wish would be, he explained that he would love to get back on a motorbike but accepted that due to his injury this may never happen.
Fast forward a few weeks and Michael's dream has come true, he had a ride out for the first time in over eighteen years courtesy of the amazing Shelley Stubbs and the brilliant Crooked Rook Motorcycle Club.
General Manager; Corina Popescu said, "We can't thank Shelley and her fellow riders enough, without you guys, and the determination of our activities and care team here at Paternoster House to find way, none of this would ever have been possible. You have made two people very happy... Dreams really can come true!"
Taking Flight in London
Today we took four of our lovely ladies on a trip to London where they enjoyed the unique experience of traveling on the IFS Cloud Cable Car which crosses the River Thames, between Greenwich Peninsula and the Royal Docks.
The ladies were blown away by the breathtaking views, while pointing out some of London’s most iconic buildings including:
St Paul's Cathedral, The Gherkin, The O2 Arena. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the Shard.
As we flew 90 metres above the River Thames, they beamed with pride while waiving and smiling at fellow passengers passing by.
As our experience finished. We sat down to enjoy a cup of tea the ladies expressed their delight at being able to have taken part in such a unique experience.
Armchair Fitness with Glen
Friday fitness with Glen gets the residents of Paternoster House ready for the weekend. With armchair upper body scarf waving and resistance, to lower limb stretching, Glen makes keeping fit fun!
Our varied life enrichment programme keeps residents active, and provides a daily choice of engaging physical, mental and spiritual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
Happy Birthday 'Doreen'
On Thursday we had a wonderful time celebrating the delightful Doreen's birthday.
After a trip to the local for lunch with friends, chef created a delicious fresh cream and strawberry sponge cake for Doreen, her guests and fellow residents. After a rendition of Happy Birthday from everyone Doreen enjoyed a large slice with her birthday brew!
She's such a lovely lady who enjoys reminiscing about her husband and holidaying in Cornwall, where she recalls with glee listening to the sound of the coastal waves.
Jacqueline's MJ Theatre Trip
Paternoster House resident; Jacqueline has been a life long Michael Jackson fan, but unfortunately never had the opportunity to see him perform live. When the production of 'MJ The Musical' was announced Prince Edward Theatre Jackie was so excited. She explained to the Activity Team that this was the closest that she would ever come to seeing him live!
Following that conversation the team sprang into action and booked tickets to see the show. As we arrived at the theatre Jackie was beaming with pride and couldn’t wait for the performance to start.
The show started with a bang as dancers popped out from underneath the stage. From that moment onwards it was action packed which kept us all on the edge out seats. Jackie, smiled, clapped and cheered throughout and expressed her gratitude as soon as the show finished. As we left the theatre Jackie said; "that was the best show I've ever seen."
We love making dreams come true!
Herbs for Chef
Resident Barry loves nature and enjoys spending time in the garden as soon as the sun's come out. He recently requested we purchase some seeds so he could get back into his planting. Following a trip out to Clockhouse Nursery Barry choose Parsley seeds and chef can't wait to create a sauce!
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