Activities at Stamford Bridge Beaumont Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
The activity team within our home spend a lot of time committing themselves to organising a range of activities for residents. This includes, pet therapy, trips out to local places of interest, visits from entertainers and musicians, bingo, one to one pamper time, weekly quizzes, coffee mornings, arts and crafts and baking. Activities are considered to be a crucial aspect of our home as residents look forward to upcoming events. As a result, it is essential that our team work together with dedication, to ensure residents are entertained and involved in as many activities as possible.
Michael Lythgoe
I have worked in the care sector for 36 years, initially working for the NHS at Brandesburton Hospital as a care assistant. When the hospital closed I transferred to Townend Court and continued as a care assistant on the forensic ward for people with a learning disability. It was whilst working with the Occupational therapists at Townend that I discovered my passion for engaging the patients in activities of their choosing, I’m quite artistic and creative so it was an easy transition
I have many years’ experience working with the older generation and those who live with dementia, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and other diagnosis’.
I am really looking forward to bring both my experience and passion to my new role and to see the positive impact on our resident population.
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 Stamford Bridge Beaumont Care Home
Virtual Sensory with the Historic Royal Palaces
Our residents had a delightful time during a special virtual sensory storytelling event, led by Art Historian Jon Sleigh from the Historic Royal Palaces.
Jon took us on a journey to discover some of the more unusual and unexpected inhabitants of the palaces and the Tower of London, sharing fascinating stories about the pets at the palaces.
Whilst enjoying the virtual experience, our residents were treated to hot beverages, delicious biscuits, berries and cakes.
It was a truly lovely time for all.
Coronation Celebrations fit for a King
What a fantastic bank holiday weekend we have had here at Stamford Bridge Beaumont, celebrating the coronation of King Charles III.
On Saturday, the residents watched the coronation and enjoyed a tea party. All of the decorations the residents had been busy making with help from the Activities team, and the delicious food from our talented chefs, all came together and gave the residents a fantastic day of celebrations as we welcomed the new King of our country.
And on Monday, we had a wonderful party, where all of our residents, visitors, staff and people from our community came together to celebrate. We had bagpipes, which had an astounding effect on everybody as they played. We enjoyed an afternoon tea, an ice cream from the ice cream van, and some people even enjoyed a pimms with fruit also! Everybody sang, danced and laughed and we had a truly incredible party to finish off the celebrations.
Coronation Preparations in full swing
Coronation preparations are in full swing here at Stamford Bridge Beaumont!
Residents have been helping Wendy, our Activity Coordinator today with decorating the home ready for our big celebrations this bank holiday weekend.
We have been putting up bunting around the home, decorating tables, creating our own flag stands and we even have our very own cardboard cut out (very much real life) of King Charles.
Resident, Alice has also been busy knitting some soldiers in preparing for the celebrations this weekend, and what a fantastic job she has done. Don’t they look great!
International Firefighters Day
To celebrate International Fire Fighters day, and to show our appreciation and recognise the hard work and commitment they provide to our community, we invited our local Fire Fighters for an afternoon tea with our residents.
The residents thoroughly enjoyed spending time with them, especially looking at the fire engine, and we even got to try out some of the equipment!
We also welcome any emergency service personnel in to our care home any time for tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits and a warm space to spend their breaks. We are grateful for all of the hard work and dedication and it has been a pleasure having the opportunity to show our gratitude this afternoon.
Virtual Talk on Coronation History
We had a wonderful time participating in an interactive virtual talk with Pippa Catterall, Professor of History and Policy at the University of Westminster, where we delved into the rich history of coronations.
During the talk, we explored fascinating topics such as the coronation chair, the crown, and other significant aspects related to King Charles' upcoming coronation. Our residents were thrilled to have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the memoirs of past coronations from 1937 and 1953, as well as learning about the coronation oath and what to expect from the ceremony, including the music, guests, and pageantry.
The event was highly enjoyable for everyone, and we are eagerly anticipating King Charles' coronation.
Dementia Café
We would like to say a special thanks to everyone who came and joined us at the launch of our first Dementia Cafe today here at Stamford Bridge Beaumont.
It was lovely meeting new faces and welcoming back Families and relatives.
Our next one will be on Thursday 25th May 2-4pm, and we are delighted to be welcoming Fiona at Dementia Forward as our special guest speaker.
Fiona works in the community providing education and awareness regarding dementia and all of the issues surrounding this disease – what is dementia, what are the symptoms and why do behaviours occur and coping strategies for the carer.
Come along to understand how your loved one living with dementia may feel, and learn how to support them through expert help and advice.
All is welcome!
Upcoming events
April
Hello April! We are looking forward to Easter and a fun filled month ahead - all welcome.
Emergency Services - Take a break with us!
Calling all emergency services - take a break on us. We will have tea, coffee and maybe a cake or two!
