Activities at Springvale Court Care Home
Our activities team are great at building the activities programme around the likes and interests of the people we care for. Ensuring that our social events offer fun and adventure is part of the ethos of our home; it’s important that those we support can enjoy an active and social lifestyle. Of course, there will always be those who prefer peace and quiet, and in these instances, a cup of tea and a chat are always welcomed.
Jess Swinburne
Hi, My name is Jess and I am Activities Coordinator here at Springvale Court. I am delighted to join the team, joining in December 2023 but I have found my feet with ease. I spend time getting to know all of our residents and this helps me to arrange meaningful activities based on individual likes and interests. I love spending time with our residents, be it chatting one to one, small reminiscing groups or large group activities.
I am looking forward to learning and growing with Barchester and I am always open to any ideas for new and different activities so please stop and chat with me.
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 Springvale Court Care Home
Dominoes Club
Joseph & George challenge each other to a game of dominoes every week. They request beer & crisps to enjoy whilst playing.
Joseph is in the lead this week, winning 8/12 games. George has won the last 3 games and Joe said that he wasn't going to be beaten again this week and his determination certainly paid off.
Our dominoes club is every Tuesday at 13.30pm.
Reminiscing
Jessica had a lovely chat with Dot, Alfie, John & Joyce whilst reminiscing and looking through old photographs of Gateshead & Wrekenton.
John & Dot have lived in Wrekenton for many years and recognised the photographs taken of Wrekenton Row & Wrekenton High Street back in 1959.
Dot shared stories with us from when she was a little girl and would go with her Mam up to the high street shopping and if she was a good girl she would always get some sweeties.
Joyce recognised Old Durham Road & laughed when we had a look at the old tin baths and the rag and bone man!
A trip down memory lane
We enjoyed a lovely reminiscence session as we stepped back in time to look through old photographs of Gateshead and Wrekenton.
John and Dot have lived in Wrekenton for many years and recognised the photographs taken of Wrekenton Row and Wrekenton High Street back in 1959. It was wonderful to hear Dot Sharing her memories with us from when she was a little girl and would go with her Mam up to the high street shopping and if she was a good girl she would always get some sweeties.
Whilst, Joyce recognised Old Durham Road and laughed when we had a look at the old tin baths and the rag and bone man!
A spot of retail therapy for Christmas
Resident, Helen expressed a wish to go out for a spot of festive retail therapy. Her wish was granted and off we went, Helen browsed Christmas cards, and gifts for her grandchildren, even picking up some treats for her herself along the way, although she did say she didn't have much of a sweet tooth, her sweet treats in the basket said differently!
After shopping, we enjoyed a spot of delicious lunch at Tesco cafe and Helen laughed as our order number is the same age as her...86! She even sneaked one of her teacakes out her bag to enjoy with her cuppa!
A visit to Springwell Hub
We were invited to our local centre, Springwell Hub for Christmas carols & coffee morning with Cedar's College students. We played a game of domino's and bingo....It was Helens first time playing Domino's & she WON! Beginners Luck Dot Said.
George won the house on Bingo and was thrilled with his prize...a box of shortbread! Tea, coffee and cakes were had by all.
We all sang Christmas songs together with Cedars college students, thank you for a lovely morning. Merry Christmas To You All!
Springvale Christmas Party
Our afternoon started with a delicious buffet prepared by our lovely hospitality team, we then had an hour of karaoke disco where Norman, George & George's daughter all sang for us. They all had a standing ovation for their performances.
We all danced, sang & got right into the Christmas spirit while singing Christmas carols, and even our residents families joined in too. Residents requested lots of Christmas songs to be played and even a bit Bruce Springsteen "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town"
A great day had by all.
Upcoming events
January
Hello January! As we step into the new year we have lots of exciting things planned.
February
Though February is short it is filled with love and fun and we hope you can join us!
Monthly Dementia Cafe
Join us for our monthly dementia cafe which takes place on the last Friday of each month.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
There are endless ways to get involved and we'd love to hear from you!
Calling all Emergency Services
Calling all heros! Come and take a break with us and enjoy a warm drink and a slice of homemade cake.
Knit and Natter
Come and join us at our weekly knitting club and make new friends - all welcome.
