Activities at Silverbirch House 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 Thorp
My name is Joanne or Jo to all my friends and colleagues. I cannot put into words how excited I am to be working as a part of the Silverbirch House family. I have worked for the past 27 years in education and social care and loved every minute. (yes, I am 51 and looking so young). I have brought up two fantastic children, both autistic, who are now young adults.
My hobbies are yoga, knitting, board games, exploring outdoors and retaining my passion for learning something every day, As I promised my dad as he lived his life to the full - I would never lose my sense of wonder. For your loved ones as one door closes, let them come and enjoy the wonders as another door opens. The residents are the reason I get up in the morning and cannot sleep at night – as I said “far too exciting for words”
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 Silverbirch House Care Home
Life at Silverbirch House Care Home
We wanted to share the wonderful range of activities our residents enjoy here at Silverbirch House Care Home. We believe in creating an engaging environment where everyone can find something they love. We have attached a selection of pics of all sorts of activities enjoyed in recent weeks. Just this last Friday, we had a perfect example of the diverse activities available:
- Pub Outing: Some of our residents fancied a trip to the local pub
- Board Game Fun: Meanwhile, back at Silverbirch House, others gathered for a fantastic time playing board games.
Stay tuned for more updates on the wonderful activities and events we have planned. Our activities coordinators and staff strive to make each day special for our Silverbirch House family!
The Silverbirch Chicks are all grown up
Residents, staff, relatives, and visitors alike have had a great time nurturing and watching the development of The Silverbirch Chicks. They will be leaving soon, but they have definitely made their mark on us all. A big thank you to the Living Eggs organisation and the Ready to Hatch programme for making this wonderful experience possible!
Celebrating World Bee Day at Silverbirch House!
Yesterday, Silverbirch House was buzzing with excitement as we celebrated World Bee Day! We had the pleasure of welcoming local beekeeper Sergio from Bee Friends, who manages over 220 beehives, mostly in the beautiful Surrey Hills. Sergio shared insights into the incredible life of bees and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem. Staff got into the spirit by dressing in their best black and yellow outfits.
Silverbirch House Chick Update
And then as if by magic, overnight we have our chicks! They burst into life last night and are gorgeous. We are over the moon to introduce you to our newest additions at Silverbirch House! We'll be keeping these little fluff balls fed, watered, and most importantly, showered with love from both our residents and visitors. They're already stealing everyone’s hearts! Here's Sheila, one of our lovely residents, explaining what life is like at Silverbirch House to her now-named Chick, 'Cocky'. Proving these chicks are not only adorable but they're also excellent listeners!
Cupcake Extravaganza at Silverbirch House!
Today, our residents showcased their baking and icing skills as they whipped up some absolutely lovely cupcakes! Classic flavours and creative designs were the order of the day! At Silverbirch House our residents often come together, chat and share their talents. Stay tuned for more delicious adventures from Silverbirch House!
A trip down Chocolate Memory Lane
In celebration of Dementia Action Week, today was a sweet journey down memory lane for Silverbirch House residents as we delved into the delicious world of Cadbury! From iconic posters to cherished chocolate wrappers, every moment was filled with nostalgia and joy.
Upcoming events
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Silverbirch House Financial Clinic
Maximise Your Life's Work for a Golden Retirement! Unsure about managing your money? Our experts will cut through confusion to provide clear, helpful advice.
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Don't Dine Alone
We are excited to invite local older adults to enjoy our wonderful hospitality and join us for a nutritious lunch at Silverbirch House Care Home.
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Plant & Potter
This is an invite to our local community to our upcoming event, "Plant and Potter," Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of potting plants and exploring your creative side.
