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 very special Lunch Date from around the globe...
One of our residents Jean had a very special lunch date yesterday when her family from around the world gathered together at our home for a private dining experience ....
Clifford our chef and Pearl our Hostess prepared and served a delicious three course lunch to Jean, her two children and their partners, her two grand children and three great grand children....
It was a very special lunch date enjoyed by all..
Shawford Springs Speakers Corner
On Wednesday last week we held the first of our monthly ‘Speakers Corner’ events. We were fortunate to be joined by Matthew from Twyford Waterworks, who gave a fascinating talk about the plethora of wonderful wildlife which can be found on the four acre waterworks site.
We’d like to say a big thank you to Matthew for such an interesting & informative afternoon
Our next Speakers Corner event is coming up on Tuesday 19th September and is all about the ‘Power of the Flower’. Everyone is Welcome to come along.
Memorable Moments - Lys and Beattie The Red Setter
Last week we arranged a special surprise for Lys as part of our Meaningful Moments initiative.
Lys used to own Irish Setters, so we did some research online & managed to find an Irish setter owned called Sandy who very kindly offered to come & visit Lys with one of her dogs, Beattie.
It was an absolutely lovely visit, Beattie was a real hit with everyone in the home, she was incredibly friendly & loved cuddles!
Thank you to both Sandy & Beattie for making a special trip to come and and see us, we do hope they’ll visit us again soon
Rural Reminiscence - Willow and Abigail
The lovely Abigail from Helping Hooves UK visited us this week bringing her vintage trailer ‘Willow’ with her
Abigail uses Willow to bring countryside craft & reminiscence activities to the local community. We had a fascinating chat with Abi about a variety of herbs & their properties and also about the countryside around where we grew up
The Watercress Line - Making Tracks
This week two of our gents, Barry & Alan enjoyed a special trip on The Watercress Line, which took them on a scenic ride from Alresford to Alton & back.
There was plenty to see along the route including the pretty station of Ropley, along with views of the beautiful Hampshire countryside.
We’d like to thank the staff & volunteers at the Watercress Line for their assistance at the station & for making our trip so enjoyable
Out and about - Cheers
This week we had our first men’s club outing with a trip to The Old Forge in Otterbourne for drinks & a good old chin wag. Cheers!
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!
