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Shawford Springs Care Home offers Dementia care, Residential care, Respite / Short stay.

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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.

Watch our video on life enrichment in our homes.

Joanne Gadd

Activities Co-ordinator

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.
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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

Visit our Facebook page to keep updated with all the activities in our home

Shawford Springs Speakers Corner - D-Day Anniversary

Today we were treated to a very special talk by one of our residents, Tony.

Tony gave a fascinating talk about the Royal Observer Corps’ contribution to D-Day, to mark the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings.

The Royal Observer Corps (ROC) were a civil defence organisation whose members were trained to detect, identify, track and report aircraft. Their skills proved invaluable throughout WW2 and during the D-Day landings, observers even served aboard the invasion fleet to give early identification of incoming aircraft.

Tony himself served in the ROC for many years and his knowledge & passion for the work they did is exemplary. He had a full house listening to him

this morning, with everyone afterwards commenting on what a fantastic talk he gave.

Romsey Abbey - A step back in time....

This morning we had an absolutely fabulous time visiting Romsey Abbey for a guided tour.

We all thoroughly enjoyed learning about the fascinating history of the site (which dates back to 907AD!) and hearing about the changes which have taken place over its lifetime through various monarchs & leaders.

We’d like to thank Rob & the team of volunteers for making our visit so memorable. We look forward to returning again in the future.

Oh we do like to be beside the seaside.....

Some of our residents told us that they missed seeing the ocean, so this morning we took a trip to Lee-on-Solent beach to have a cup of tea overlooking the sea. It was rather blowy down by the shore, but the sun made an appearance for us through the clouds so we sat for a while to watch the boats go by

Gardening Club

We are very fortunate to be situated next door to the wonderful George Beckett Nurseries, which means we can pop round for plants and flowers whenever we are in need.

And this morning we did just that! We took a leisurely stroll next door to pick out a selection of marigolds and flowers to brighten up our patios.

Out and About in the Community - Longstock Water Gardens

This morning we took a trip to the beautiful Longstock Water Gardens near Stockbridge. We went for a stroll around the gardens taking in the various flora and fauna before sitting for a while to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and stunning views.

Baking Club

Yesterday we spent the afternoon in the kitchen baking lemon drizzle cupcakes and chocolate brownies ready for today’s Bake Sale

If you are free this afternoon at 3pm then why not pop in and try one of our delicious home made cakes. All monies raised will be going to Barchester’s Charitable Foundation.