Activities at South Chowdene Care Home
Our home is always full of life, and we can thank our wonderful Activities Coordinators for this. Dedication to creating a unique and interesting activities programme is what sets us apart from other homes. We always take into consideration that some people would prefer to pursue their own interests, which is why our team strive to incorporative activities that cater to a wide range of tastes and hobbies. Our trips out are always fun and exciting as well, and residents are guaranteed to return with stories to tell their loved ones!
Niki Powell
I arrange meaningful activities for all of our residents based on their likes and interests. I love sharing fun times with our residents, their families and with staff. I thoroughly enjoy chatting with residents about their hobbies/interests as well as reminiscing in small groups.
Our activities extend beyond the home with trips to places of interest, places residents have enjoyed throughout their lives eg. Seaside, parks, garden centers, as well as craft/ art workshops at libraries and general interest talks around the area.
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 South Chowdene Care Home
Special guest residents
6 new residents have taken over the lounge at South Chowdene, no one can pass without taking a peak and we sometimes can’t hear ourselves think for the chirping – but they are so cute!
Nutrition and Hydration Week
Throughout Nutrition and Hydration week, South Chowdene residents have been learning about different vitamins and minerals in various foods. Today we were thinking about how different colours of fruit give us a balanced and tasty Fruit Salad – all made by our own fair hands.
Wishing our pen-pals good luck!
South Chowdene Care home residents used their creative minds and crafting skills to make ‘Good Luck’ cards for their Pen pals at Larkspur Community Primary School as they move on to their Secondary schools.
Residents enjoyed reminiscing around their school days and first days at schools, colleges and new jobs.
We wish our Pen pals the very best of luck.
Happy Carers week
Happy Carers Week! We would like to take this great opportunity to recognise and thank our wonderful carers here at the home.
We are proud of each and every one of our care team for the outstanding care that they provide to our residents every single day. They always go above and beyond their role and for this we are truly grateful.
First Woman MP
Our homes had a fantastic time joining National Trust Talks Service team at Cliveden House for an inspirational talk on Nancy Astor – the first woman to take a seat in the House of Commons.
Our residents had the opportunity to learn more about the fascinating life of Nancy and her political career. As the first women MP, she experienced both attention and scandal throughout her life, which led to many triumphs and numerous disasters. The talk was truly enjoyed by all.
Jubilee celebrations
South Chowdene residents wanted to put their own stamp on the Jubilee decorations making this lovely portrait of the Queen. We had the Puppets in to get the celebrations started which were very entertaining and a good singalong of all our favourites. We had a Street Party which coincided with Rose’s birthday and there was a special Afternoon Tea which not only celebrated the Jubilee but also our Volunteers who were invited to join in and receive their certificates.
Upcoming events
July
Hello July! We extend a warm invitation for you to join us throughout the month - all welcome.
Coffee Morning - last Tuesday of the month
We extend a warm invitation for families, friends and neighbours to join us at our monthly coffee morning, last Tuesday of the month from 10.30 am.
Could you be a Volunteer?
Do you have spare time? Could you make a difference to someone's day to day activities? We'd love to hear from you.
Take a break on us!
Calling all professionals - come and take a break on us! There may be a cake or two available...
