Activities at Shawford Springs Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Joanne Gadd
Hello, I am Joanne. I have worked as an activities coordinator for over seven years. In that time I have built a wealth of skills, knowledge and experience in designing and implementing activities that will support the mind, body and soul. I have a passion for delivering person centred sessions and will strive to ensure our weekly programme is engaging for all. I love organising events and am continually looking for ways to connect with our local community.
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 Shawford Springs Care Home
Blooming Day Out
Residents enjoyed a delightful outing to a stunning garden in the New Forest, as part of a special visit hosted by the National Garden Scheme. The garden, belonging to Sheila, the daughter of resident June, captivated the group with its vibrant flower borders, serene pond area, and breath-taking New Forest views. For June, the visit was particularly heartfelt, as it marked her first return to her daughter’s garden in several years. The outing provided a meaningful opportunity for June to reconnect with her daughter’s beautiful creation, bringing joy to all involved.
Cheesy Afternoon
Celebrate with us at our recent Cheese, Wine & Jazz Afternoon, held in honor of National Cheese Day! Residents enjoyed a delightful afternoon featuring live saxophone performances by the talented Hannah Spires, paired with a delicious cheese and wine supper crafted by our fabulous kitchen team. As seen in the photo, our residents raised a toast in a beautifully decorated dining room, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.
Sailing around Southampton
Our Residents were filled with joy during their boat trip curtesy of Solent Dolphin Charity. Our residents sailed around Southampton on a sunny Sunday morning alongside the Solent Dolphin volunteers. Residents began their trip Hythe marina then headed out onto the water where they were able to get up close to some cruise ships and enjoyed the views of the city from the water. The trip was particularly special for one resident Vernon, who was given the opportunity to captain the boat. Being a huge fan of boats, this fabulous experience for him.
World Cocktail Day
This world cocktail day we enjoyed cocktails & music in our beautiful garden to celebrate World Cocktail Day! We’d like to say a big thank you to singer Marcus for coming to entertain us, we all had a fantastic time. Cheers!
The VE Day Party!
Brilliant Buttons
We’d like to thank the lovely ladies of our Craft Club, who have spent the last couple of weeks creating a stunning Union Jack flag out of buttons to celebrate VE Day. We can’t wait to display it in our home and showcase the skills that the craft club have shown.
Upcoming events
Professionals Breakfast
This gathering offers a warm welcome to local professionals, providing a perfect opportunity to connect over a delicious breakfast.
Community Cafe
This free, dementia-friendly event offers practical tips for those living with dementia or supporting loved ones, everyone is welcome.
Don't Dine Alone
Join us for a nutritious lunch. If you are supported at home by a carer and they would like to join you, they also eat for free.
