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
6 Nations Rugby in the lounge with Lunch
Here at Silverbirch House we have been cheering on the England Team throughout the Six Nations.
A select group of key Rugby pundits gathered in one of our lounges to view the game on the big screen.
Takeaway Night for Marion
Wednesday nights mean Takeaway Night for Marion and her family! Enjoying a delicious feast and quality time together.
At Silverbirch House our residents enjoy access to a range of modern facilities. Amongst them is our versatile private dining room, ideal for hosting various private events such as birthday parties and anniversaries.
Alternatively, you might opt for a family gathering like Sunday Lunch, or follow Marion and her family's lead with a midweek takeaway.
The Silverbirch Minibus
The Silverbirch House Minibus!
We are so delighted that our minibus is now here. We have already paid a visit to the local garden center and we are now planning our next trip.
Having the minibus is a great privilege and it brings variety and freedom to the lives of our residents. We are particularly looking forward to the warmer months as we feel a trip to the coast is in order!
Yoga Afternoon
Yoga Afternoon
Today, we had the lovely Adiyog - Yoga and well being visit us at Silverbirch House.
Adiyog worked through a seated yoga routine with the residents bringing calm and concentration to the room.
Yoga has so many benefits, it can help with balance, pain relief, it can help us to sleep better and it benefits the heart. These are just some of the reasons we know a weekly session is extremely beneficial for our residents.
Sunday Service
Sunday Service at Silverbirch House.
This Sunday, some of our residents came together to take part in the Sunday church service. Between them, they chose the hymns that were sung and the scriptures read.
We are looking forward to the group growing and having a regular meeting.
Pancake Day!
Pancake Day!
Last night, our residents and their families enjoyed our first pancake day here at Silverbirch House.
Everything was beautifully prepared by our Chef's, we had a wide choice of all the delicious pancake toppings and it was great to see everyone getting stuck in.
Upcoming events
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Silverbirch House Financial Clinic
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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.
