Activities at Ross Court Care Home
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience, and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
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 Ross Court Care Home
104th and 105th Birthdays in the Same Week!
In the midst of the Christmas celebrations we also had two birthday parties in one week with remarkable residents celebrating their 104th and 105th birthdays. Rhona Burston is fabulous, she does not look anywhere near 104. Phyllis Goddard walks around Ross Court, which is amazing for 105. Both ladies play a very active role in life at Ross Court taking part in yoga, crafts and flower arranging as well as thoroughly enjoying our live singers.
Both Phyllis and Rhona played an important part in World War 2. Phyllis worked in a factory making electric lamps for use on ships and aircraft. Rhona worked at a local reporting centre, where her job was to count incoming enemy aircraft and calculate where they were heading, telegraphing played a vital role to warn targets. It is a privilege to talk to them and hear about their life experiences and the team and residents were delighted to celebrate these milestone birthdays.
Santa Visits Ross Court!
Santa Claus made a special visit to Ross Court today with two of his amazing elves. Bill Ramsden, our resident ambassador welcomed Santa and his two elves into the home.
Santa met with other residents and children throughout the afternoon handing out presents and checking his list for Christmas Day. It really was a wonderful afternoon with hot chocolate topped with marshmallow and cream, along with cookies, cinnamon swirls and cakes made by our Head Chef, Tammy.
Snow White and the Severn Dwarfs go to Therapy!
The Ross Court team performed a panto with a difference! The very modern twist of the Snow White classic tale was sure to bring a lot of laughs and didn't disappoint! The team giggled their way throught their lines and residents so enjoyed the performance. What absoloute sports the team were taking part!
Christmas Treats for Local Food Larder
This week Amy, General Manager and Catherine, Customer Relationship Manager were delighted to be able to drop off a big box and overflow bags to the St Mary’s Church, Ross-On-Wye Community Food Larder. Thank you so much to our families, friends and team for so many kind donations.
The larder are creating special bags for Christmas so the treats we dropped off will go towards these, along with the staples for every day. We really hope this will support the community who use this amazing voluntary service over the coming weeks. We must also mention the volunteers without whom this larder could not run and this is all also supported by Morrisons Ross-On-Wye, by their Community Champion, Naomi.
What is Your Favourite Children's Book?
Ross Court residents welcomed pupils from Weston-Under-Penyard primary school. They sang carols beautifully and then took time to chat to residents about their favourite books.
Ross Court are so grateful for the visits this year from schools in the area, thank you for your time and bringing lots of smiles.
Deck the Halls....
Such a lovely day decorating the home, a big thank you to all the families that came into help, we so appreciate your time. With Christmas music playing all around we decorated the home bringing in the Christmas cheer, residents added their baubles to the biggest tree that stands in reception.
