Activities at Spen Court Care Home
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Angela Blackburn
My name is Angela and I am the Head Activities Coordinator here at Spen Court. I get so much satisfaction out of knowing I have made a difference to people’s days and have filled the home with a sense of community and happiness.
We feel it is important to build community connections and maintain our resident’s social interaction outside the care home.
We ensure we deliver a person-centered program of events and activities and build strong relationships with our residents, their families and friends.
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 Spen Court Care Home
A trip down memory lane
Spen Court celebrated Remembrance Sunday. We started the day off with a performance by Rochelle Ayris where she sang hits from the 1940s and war songs. Residents from both floors enjoyed getting together, singing songs and dancing.
In the afternoon the residents enjoyed a quiz about Remembrance Day where they got some questions right and also learnt a lot! The residents in memory lane created art related to poppies which they thoroughly enjoyed.
Frsh Air Outing
Malcolm taking in the fresh crisp air of October as we went on a scenic walk down the Spen Valley Greenway.
Always plenty to see, people walking dogs, children on their bikes, wildlife.
It’s always a pleasant outing.
Aqua Painting
The residents enjoy the craft sessions of Aqua Painting.
Aquapaints give a lovely balance of creative touch, a sense of achievement and joy for people living with dementia.
Simply brush the pictures with water and watch the colours appear.
This activity is both good fun and therapeutic.
Bowling Club
Spen Court enjoying a warm up session ready for the Bowling Club.
Many residents enjoy the bowling as it used to be a part of their social life before moving into the home.
It’s a great way to have fun, keep up muscle strength and to also be social, although things to get a little competitive in a fun manner.
Harvest Festival
Spen Court celebrated Autumn with a Harvest Festival Service provided by our very own residents.
Jean Gilgrass and Molly Lund provided fellow residents, family and friends with a service of several readings, hymns and prayers.
The home did a collection of foods to be donated to a local foodbank.
The wonderful team members, families and friends of residents have come together to make a very much needed donation into the local community.
Supporting local groups in our community is important to us as we like to make links and friends with local businesses.
Shaw Lane Fountation receive cheque from Foundation
Spen Court care home in Heckmondwike recently presented to Shaw Lane Foundation, Barnsley and Opening Doors with a cheque for £300 to help with the running of the new Community Café. The Shaw Lane Foundation is a founder member of Barnsley Sports and Active Lifestyles Partnership, within which it has forged partnerships with many community organisations.
Opening Doors is a programme for those aged 19 – 25 which provides opportunities to prepare for work, live independently, grow in confidence and to be part of the community. The young adults take your order in a rather smart apron and prepare your order while wearing a smile.
Upcoming events
Newsletter - Spring edition
We hope you enjoy reading our latest newsletter - Spring edition.
May
May is the gateway to summer and we have lots of fun filled activities planned - all welcome.
Could you be a Volunteer?
Your time could make a real difference! If you would like more information we'd love to hear from you.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Calling all Emergency Services Personnel - come and take a break on us! There may be a cake or two available....
Dementia Cafe - Last Thursday of the month
We know the importance of supporting our local community and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our monthly Dementia Cafe, from 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm.
