Activities at Sutton Valence 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.
Gemma Bhandari
My name is Gemma I am an Activities coordinator at Sutton Valence care home. I have been working here for nine years and love it. I grew up in Sutton valence village and attended the local Primary school.
I have always been passionate about the care of others and enjoy enriching the lives of our Residents. I have a Diploma in Health and social care and have worked in private health care for over 14 years. I have always loved performing arts and studied this at school. I am a very proud Mother to Amaya and Jacob.
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 Valence Care Home
Lynn's Special Day
Lynn did it! We arranged to take her to Mercure Hotel Health Club, obtaining a Guest Pass for her. Lynn was certainly on cloud 9. Little did she know that her swim would also include a Jacuzzi, Steam and Sauna!
Another surprise to complete her special day and hopefully one of more to come.
A Gin & Tonic whilst sitting outside in the sunshine at the Hotel bar.
Lynn said, “this is amazing, I’ve ticked two things off my bucket list. Thank you ladies for the most amazing day!
A Week in our home...
From that 'Repair Shop' moment to creating a band and training Bertie there certainly wasn't a dull moment.
Enid, Keith & Ivy created a trio strumming on the strings whilst Phyllis tried her hand at the bowl drum. Music is probably over stretching the word but the giggles, laughter, quips and comradeship was in abundance.
Adele was elated with her repaired Tombola box; now to upgrade the paint work. Will keep you posted on its new look.
VE day
Sutton valence care home in Sutton valence marked the anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in style by throwing a party to remember. Resident’s enjoyed live music from the talented duo PJ and Rose and sang and danced the morning away!
Residents reminisced about their memories of VE Day. The home was decorated in red, white and blue and residents even hand decorated their own hats!
Robert, General Manager at Sutton valence care home said: “Many of our residents can remember the end of the war and we all know what it meant for our country so we wanted to celebrate the date and listen to our resident’s memories of the war and the experiences they lived through.”
Enid, resident at Sutton valence care home said: “I remember all the family gathering around the radio to listen to Churchill’s speech telling us the war was over, it still gives me goose bumps now! It was wonderful to reminisce and to celebrate with all the staff and residents here, we’ve all had such fun together!
Art club
Creativity is a wild mind and disciplined eye ...
Well our Art Club certainly went wild and it bought out the devilment within Ivy & Phyllis. Oh how they laughed!
Living life in full bloom
Super Stars Adele and Lynn are winners claiming two Firsts and a Second in their chosen categories at the Sutton Valence Gardening Association (SVGA) Spring Flower Show held in the local village hall. Congratulations
Our resident family would like to express their THANKS for the donation of all the entrants flowers. A morning of creating beautiful floral displays was enjoyed with a cuppa and social chat.
Personalised Yoga Session
Yoga one to one session led by Kerry was tailored to Enid's needs to benefit her sense of balance, vitality, mentality, inner peace and wellness.
Enid said "I really enjoyed that, thank you Kerry" Best accolade you can get ... a Thank You!
The first Tuesday of every month Kerry visits us to do individual and group Yoga classes. Everyone is welcomed. Pop in and join us sometime.
