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
A Trip down Memory Lane
Today at Silverbirch House, residents enjoyed a trip down memory lane with a memory box and arts and crafts activity! Colin and Tricia took us back to the 1950s with tales and images of yesteryear and Peter shared his passion for Jaguar Cars through his prized collection.
Residents Sang and Danced the afternoon away
Yesterday, staff and residents came together to sing and dance with Dan and the team at the Barchester Live Virtual event. We rocked we rolled and occasionally we grooved to the tunes of 'I Can See Clearly Now' by Johnny Cliff and 'Here Comes The Sun' by The Beatles. And the sun actually came out across the courtyard.
Sweet Music at Barchester Silverbirch House!
Residents enjoyed a morning concert in the Tovey Lounge! brought by the talented Accordionist David Mcewan!
David brought a smile to everyone's faces as he treated his audience to several classic songs.
Games afternoon at Silverbirch House - Project Jenga
Residents and staff at Silverbirch House gathered for the weekly games afternoon and had a blast with Jenga. It was a fun-filled game - it went one way, then the other and eventually came crashing down.
To find out more about our home, please visit our website or give our team a call... https://www.barchester.com/home/silverbirch-house-care-home - 01483 966570
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The Silverbirch House Spring Menu has Sprung!
Residents, Local Business People, Family, and Friends gathered for the unveiling of our Head Chef Sam's exquisite Spring Menu at Silverbirch House! Featuring an array of healthy, seasonal ingredients, his menu promises nutrition and health. Starters, Main courses and Deserts were served as beautifully crafted canapés.
Family and friends of our residents gather for an egg-citing Easter Sunday Celebration at Silverbirch House!
Offering an Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Lunch, plus the draw for the Easter Raffle culminating in an Easter movie in the Silverbirch House Cinema. Creating Easter memories together along the way. See you there!
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.
