Activities at Shawford Springs Care Home
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.
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 Shawford Springs Care Home
A Scottish Celebration.... Burns Night
Last week we celebrated Burns Night in style with a Scottish feast of cock-a-leekie soup, haggis, neeps & tatties, cranachan & a dram of Scotch whisky. Then in the afternoon we enjoyed a sing-along courtesy of pianist Brian whilst enjoying Elisa’s delicious home made shortbread.
A big thank you to our marvellous head chef Clifford for the fantastic meal & to Brian for the afternoon’s entertainment.
Mini bus travels ...Out and about in our community
We had a lovely outing to Beechcroft Farm Shop & Tea Barn this week for a cup of tea in the sunshine. The farm is situated on the outskirts of Winchester & enjoys beautiful rural views of the Hampshire countryside. We very much enjoyed our visit so will definitely be returning in the Spring
Keeping fit and Healthy
We enjoy regular fitness sessions as part of our weekly activities program here at Shawford Springs. One of our most popular classes is run by Karen from SitFit whose sessions are always high energy and full of fun. So we’d like to say a big thank you to her for helping to keep us all active.
Baked with Love
We’d like to say a big thank you to our wonderful resident baker Elisa for making a batch of delicious shortbread biscuits for us to have at our Burns Night celebrations on 25th January
Memory Well-Being Centre St John's Winchester Community launch
We were very pleased to welcome St John's Winchester this week for the launch of their Memory Well-Being centre at our home
Taking place every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between 10am-12:30pm, the Memory Well-Being Centre is designed to be a welcoming and supportive group that provides information and advice to people affected by dementia.
The Well-Being centre will allow individuals with dementia to gather, take part in different activities, talk to other members, and receive personalised support from the St John's Winchester team.
Exploring our community
Some of our gents got together this week for a trip to one of our locals, the Bridge Shawford for a round of drinks. It’s a lovely pub and the beer was a big hit with everyone. Thank you to the staff for being so accommodating, we hope to be back again soon.
Upcoming events
November - Community Events
Join us throughout November for our varied programme of events
Festive Flowers
Carole from local florist The Flower Stables will be joining us for a practical workshop demonstrating how to make a gorgeous Festive centrepiece
Shawford Springs Speakers Corner - Christmas around the world
Celebrate Christmas around the World with our guest speaker Fiona from Creative Talks. Seasonal music and unique traditions
Everyone welcome
Don't Dine Alone - Join us
We know company at meal times can boost wellbeing...
That's why we are inviting local older people to join us for great company and a nutritious lunch on us!
