Activities at Tennyson Wharf Care Home

The Knitting and Natter Ladies from Sturton by Stow and residents from Tennyson Wharf Care Home in Burton Waters, Lincoln continue their creative partnership.

Following the success of their initial Christmas postbox topper project, the talented Knitting and Natter ladies from Sturton by Stow and the residents of Tennyson Wharf Care Home, have proudly announced the installation of their second Easter-themed knitted topper.

Meeting every other Wednesday at Tennyson Wharf Care Home, the knitting enthusiasts from Sturton by Stow and the care home residents pour their creativity into knitting these unique toppers. The decision to create an Easter edition stems from the appreciation received for their initial project, the Christmas topper.

Caterpillars Music, a beloved local group, continues to spread joy through their weekly visits to Tennyson Wharf Care Home. Engaging in uplifting intergenerational activities, the children and residents come together for a morning of singing, dancing, and laughter.

In a recent, extra-special week, the children and parents were invited to stay for lunch, turning the occasion into a delightful Teddy Bears Picnic. The event brought together children and adults alike, creating a wonderful atmosphere with lots of fun.

As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, Residents from across our services were thrilled to join tour guide, Mandy Morrow, for an exciting talk about some Legendary London Ladies.

Mandy shared the fascinating stories of eight ladies with us, from the one of the richest heiresses in the world to the original 'Roaring Girl'.

Everyone who participated truly enjoyed the experience and were delighted to take a walk down memory lane.

Tennyson Wharf  recently presented the Disability Social Network with a cheque for £885 who run volunteer-led activity groups such as arts, crafts, and playing games. In 2022 they also set up a Community Telephone Befriending Service, designed to meet the needs of the individuals.

The groups encourage members to learn new skills, provides an opportunity to foster social connections, reduce loneliness and promote a sense of belonging in the community.

The grant had been awarded by Barchester’s Charitable Foundation, a charity that helps older people and adults with a disability or mental health problems across England, Scotland and Wales by offering grants to help people connect or re-connect with others in their local community.

Across the country our homes and hospitals came together to find out which care home or hospital had the best Bingo players as we teamed up for Barchester’s Bingo Bonanza.

Residents were treated to some exciting virtual games of Bingo as part of Barchester’ very own game show series.

Everyone who participate had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.

Residents, their visitors and staff were encouraged to join in the Pancake flipping competition. It was hilarious and the laughter could be heard around the home.  One resident who is visually impaired thought it wouldn’t be possible for her to take part, however, with a little encouragement pan and pancake at the ready to her amazement she managed to toss the pancake a number of times, onlookers were thrilled to see her manage it and was happy to hear the round of applause.

The pan and pancakes were taken to some residents in their rooms so that they could also take part.

Head Chef Dawn Bailey, whipped up a mound of pancakes to be served after tea with various delicious toppings.  One resident enjoyed hers so much that she said ‘Mine was so delicious that I cheekily asked for a second and wasn’t disappointed as it arrived soon after.