Activities at Rivermead Care Home
We all know that keeping active is important. We have created a wonderful culture within the home and we work together to give residents the best possible experience. We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active. We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centered programme of events and activities. Essential to our homely feel is the strong relationships of trust we build with residents and their families and friends. The home also has its very own minibus for our numerous outings for coffee and shopping, which residents love.
Nicola Bedford
Hi, My name is Nicola and I am the activity coordinator for Rivermead. I plan and deliver a range of interactive and stimulating activities throughout the week for all the residents.
We focus our planning through person centred care, meaning the activities we deliver are tailored to each of the residents individual choice and interests.
It’s a very rewarding job role to be in, seeing the residents enjoy their lives to the best of their abilities and enhancing their experiences, building and maintaining friendships and supporting their wellbeing.
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 Rivermead Care Home
Celebrating 10-years service
Today, we celebrated our wonderful kitchen assistant Lydia who has officially worked at Rivermead for 10 years!
Lydia is a valued member of kitchen staff and works alongside Sarah and Graeme to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and the residents are well fed and watered! Lydia always finishes her work to a high standard and that is valued to us here.
Our general manager Sarah presented Lydia with a gorgeous bunch of flowers, a 10 year badge and a voucher.
We would like to thank Lydia for her service and commitment to us at Rivermead
Making dreams a reality
Here at Rivermead we like to make dreams come true and yesterday, one of our residents Micks dreams came true when he watched his grandson get married. It was quite possibly one of the most heartwarming things Rivermead has witnessed, so much time, thought and effort went into getting Mick there and getting him suited and booted for the occasion.
A dogs life
Across of homes residents had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Jennifer and Emily from Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity. Jennifer and Emily took us on a journey to discover the rich history of Dogs Trust and their facilities.
Using captivating video and photo footage, our residents were able to explore rehoming centres and learn more about the highest level of welfare offered there. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our dog lovers.
Home is where happiness is
We truely believe one of the most important things about being in a care home is you feel like it is a home away from home. We encourage residents to make their rooms as homely as possible and we aim to make the atmosphere one that you would have at home.
We think the smiles on these residents faces shows how happy they are at Rivermead and the amazing work our staff put in day in and day out to make our residents experience a memorable one.
Happy Fathers Day
We at Rivermead want to wish everybody a Happy Fathers Day. Our gentleman have been well and truly spoilt and today is all about them.
Sunshine makes us happy
We enjoyed abit of sunshine this morning before it became too hot, our lovely residents did some reading, colouring in and it was nice to enjoy the sunshine before the heavens opened on us this afternoon!
Our lovely Val wanted to remind everyone to wear their suncream and stay safe as she was making sure everyone in the garden had some on before they came outside
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us.
Could you be a Volunteer?
Do you have any spare time? Could you help make a difference to someones day to day life? For more information on volunteering, we'd love to hear from you.
Community Cafe - Every Tuesday from 10.30 am
We extend a warm invitation to community friends to join us at our popular Community Cafe - all welcome.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency personnel, come and take a break with us! There may be a cake or two.....
