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
Southport Football Club
We had an interesting afternoon at Southport Football Club; where we got the opportunity to speak to other local football enthusiasts, including members of Southport's first team.
Pebble Art Hunt
We have been on some lovely walks around the local village and have spotted painted pebble art, which adds a bit of fun to our walks. When we find a painted pebble we take a photo of it, post it on Facebook and then re-hide it for someone else to find.
Food & Friends
The mini pizzas were a great starter; the smaller designs meant more people could choose their individual toppings. We will be making these again in our weekly cookery class. The Viennese tarts went down a storm when residents made them. The chef better watch out or we will be putting him out of a job.
Meresands Wood
We are planning out autumn crafts, so we went picking pinecones in Meresands Woods. As you can see, it was a beautiful day. The sun shone brightly and we brought back loads of pinecones, so Rob can make his famous pinecone decorations. Watch this space!
Holmsewood Koi
We went on a trip to see Holmsewood Koi; it was a beautiful morning, the fish were on top form and we got to see them feeding. There were an array of beautiful colours and they even came when we whistled.
Baking Club
Doreen looking the part with Dean and Nee. Doreen is just about to measure out the ingredients for our most recent baking project.
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.
Christmas Light Switch On
Come along and join us in lighting up our home for the festive season!
Christmas Light Trail
Take a walk around our grounds & take part in our Christmas Light Trail throughout December! Festive refreshments available, please call 01704 215500 to book a date.
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!
