Activities at Scarborough Hall 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.
Jessica Larkin and Skigh Harrison.
We would like to welcome you to our activities team, Jessica Larkin and Skigh Harrison. Each coordinator started as carers in the home and they have worked together as an activities team for a number of years.
They are passionate about their role and providing the best for the Residents in the home, they enjoy finding new ways to of engaging and creating real and meaningful connections with the residents, through Resident centred 1-2-1 sessions, group activities, interesting outings and close links with our local communities.
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 Scarborough Hall Care Home
A space to be
The activity team at Scarborough Hall is working in partnership with ‘A Space to Be’ at Scarborough art gallery, they shall visit the space once a month and have the opportunity to use the creative space for art projects as well as have access to their bountiful informative discovery boxes. This month residents, Doreen, Mo, Phil, Brian and Frank enjoyed visiting with activity members Jess and Skigh, where they engaged with the 70’s and 80’s discovery box and had a look around the art gallery.
Around the world
Residents Eric, David, Kath, Barry and Saad enjoyed coming together to share our monthly themed dining experience, in our Dementia Café. Each month the activity team hosts a different themed dining experience for residents and their loved ones. This month’s theme was ‘Around The World’. Our talented hospitality team provided a wonderful taster menu selection from different countries around the world. The activity team supplemented this event with historical facts in our history and culture clubs along with themed artwork during our craft clubs.
Eden Camp
Residents from Scarborough Hall care home in Scarborough were filled with joy during their visit to Eden Camp. Residents were able to step back in time and experience World War 2, they enjoyed all of the attractions the modern history museum has to offer and enjoyed a picnic together which was provided for them by the homes talented hospitality team.
For one resident Brian, this trip was extra special because he has wished to visit Eden Camp ever since he arrived at the home. Brian moved into Scarborough Hall for rehabilitation after having a stroke, team members at Scarborough Hall we delighted to be able to make this dream a reality for Brian and enjoyed the day just as much as Brian and his peers.
Visiting a local Art Gallery
Resident Brain enjoyed a trip out in the minibus to our local art gallery where we went to drop off our contribution of artwork to go towards a local display called the Birdcage Walk on Saturday 15th July. Brian and the activity team enjoyed having a look around the gallery as well as stopping to have a chat with staff.
Celebrating 68 Years Married
Residents Margaret was delighted to be offered the opportunity to invite her family to the home to help her and her husband celebrate their 68th wedding anniversary. The hospitality team put on a delicious spread of sandwiches, cake and refreshments. Margaret enjoyed spending some time with the activity team creating a handmade card for her partner as well as choosing a hand selected bouquet of flowers for the centre piece from our very own garden. A great afternoon was had by all.
Virtual walking tour of Mayfair
Residents across our services had a fantastic time joining Mandy Morrow for a virtual walking tour to learn about the ‘Herstory’ of Mayfair. The Mayfair of Nightingales may be long gone but it still holds a 20th century charm. Birthplace to the late Queen Elizabeth II, home to one of WWII's most decorated female war heroes and a tale of a wealthy Aristocrat and one of France's favourite designers.
We were delighted to take a walk down memory lane and discover stories from one of London's most iconic areas. The experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Upcoming events
May
Hello May! May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of exciting things planned - all welcome.
Competition - Sunflower Competition
It's competition time! Enter by the 1st August and you could win a prize.
Monthly Dementia Cafe
From 10.30 am the dementia café provides small respite and social support.
Monthly Coffee Morning - 1st Friday of the month
A chance to meet and chat over tea or coffee and homemade cakes
Choirchester - 1st Thursday of the month
Come and raise the roof and join our monthly choir - all welcome.
Meeting Room for Hire
Arrange a visit or pop into see what Scarborough Hall has to offer.
Could you be a Volunteer?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
