Activities at Sutton Grange Care Home
Here at Sutton Grange we work really hard at providing a range of activities to suit our residents needs. We understand that everyone is different and we enjoy supporting our residents in whatever activities they would like to take part in. With a dedicated Activities co-ordinator and a friendly team of volunteers we are always busy with activities. We have several clubs including; gardening, film, craft, music, puzzles, and singing. We enjoy live music and entertainment, both in and outside of the home, and have regular outings on the minibus to local places of interest. Residents take part in animal assisted therapy, afternoon tea, arts and crafts classes, and visits from local community groups and school children. We believe it is important to provide stimulating, meaningful and relevant activities for our residents in order to make friends, and build a warm community to live.
Alison Wareing
Hi, I'm Alison. I am the Activities Assistant here at Sutton Grange, I joined the team in 2016.
I grew up in the local area and started my career working with animals. After I had my daughter, and before I joined Barchester, I trained as a teacher and taught lipreading and communication. The skills I learnt have been invaluable in my role today.
Now, I fill my days spending time with our wonderful Residents, helping them to live their lives to the fullest. I try to make a difference in someone’s life each day.
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 Sutton Grange Care Home
A Mad Hatter's Tea Party
Residents attended a wonderful afternoon tea on Thursday 24th October 2019 themed "A Mad Hatter's Tea Party"
Carers and staff dressed up fitting the occassion and the music & song was delivered by non other than Alice in Wonderland herself. Bennett Mott, General Manager said "The atmosphere was magical, everyone had a lovely afternoon and No one was late for the very important date"
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Everyone had a wonderful time dancing and singing along with Dave Dare as our entertainment. The residents enjoyed some cake made by family members, alongside a lovely cup of tea.
Southport Flower Show
We had a lovely trip to the Southport flower show, which the residents really enjoyed. We did two trips, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, and had a whale of a time.
Soroptomists of Southport
We have recently had a community event led by the Soroptimists of Southport. This was a lovely event and everyone really enjoyed it. The entertainment was from the wonderful Rachel Rose and she had everybody singing and dancing along throughout the afternoon.
Celebrating 5 Years
Sutton Grange recently celebrated its 5th anniversary. The day was amazing; we had the Southport Rock Choir perform and held our own dog show, which was a great success. We also had some other residents from Dovedale Court come and join in the fun.
90th Birthday Party
We held a Hawaiian themed birthday party for our lovely Bill which was organised together with his daughter. It was a fantastic day and Bill really enjoyed himself. We had cocktails and mocktails alongside an entertainer for all to dance and sing along.
Upcoming events
November
What's going on in November? We'll be hosting our annual Dog Show, taking a virtual walk through the Wallace Collection, and taking a trip out to Blackpool's Illuminations.
Countdown to Christmas!
We have something going on every single day on the lead up to Christmas at Sutton Grange! Pick your favourites and come along and join us.
Coffee Mornings - 3rd Wednesday of Each Month
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us for a cuppa and to make new friends - all welcome.
Gardening Club - Every Thursday
Each week our residents and families get together for some planting, seeding, and potting! We'd love you to join us for our Gardening Club, click below for more information.
Baby & Toddler Group - 2nd Wednesday of Each Month
Everyone invited to pop along for a cup of tea, some snacks and some intergenerational activities with the little ones!
Dementia Choir - Every Wednesday
Come along as we're joined by wonderful local organisation Carousel as they host their weekly Memories R Made Dementia Choir at our home. Everyone is welcome!
