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
Silverbirch residents in training for Easter treats!
Ahead of the upcoming Easter weekend and the expected intake of Easter treats our residents gathered for some exercise today. Staying active is crucial for our older generation:
Barchester Silverbirch Nutrition and Hydration Week
We celebrated Barchester Nutrition and Hydration this Week! Our team went all out, transforming our home into a hub of nutritional tasty morsels and healthy Hydrating drinks.
Easter Arts and Crafts
It all got very creative today in our activities rooms! With the Easter weekend fast approaching, everyone is pitching in to make it memorable. Residents Marion and Nick did some amazing work on painting Easter eggs, crafting table centerpieces, and adorning flower arrangements.
Finding Zen at Barchester Silverbirch House!
Today was a day of peace and tranquillity as our residents immersed themselves in a rejuvenating yoga session led by the wonderful Anjali. Anjali brings a style of yoga that's all about openness and acceptance, guiding everyone to discover their own path to inspiration and truth. Whether it's through gentle stretches, calming breaths, or moments of deep reflection, each individual finds their unique journey from the comfort of our lounge chairs.
Thank you, Anjali, for sharing your wisdom and guiding us towards inner harmony!
Treanna performs live in the Silverbirch House Lounge
Silverbirch House welcomed Treanna for an intimate live performance in our lounge - With Bob our Resident ambassador and music enthusiast even being serenaded.
Our residents enjoyed a wide variety of cover songs from Treanna from the 60's to more recent times. Over a cup of tea and biscuits.
Barchester Silverbirch ‘BINGO BONANZA’
On Tuesday we linked up with all Barchester Care Homes and Hospitals across the country for Barchester’s Bingo Bonanza.
Residents enjoyed a vast array of snacks and drinks alongside the exciting virtual games of Bingo as part of Barchester’ very own game show series. Silverbirch came in as winners with Rosemary and Evelyn taking out some spot prizes.
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.
