Activities at Tennyson Wharf 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.
Rebecca Harrowing
Hi my name is Rebecca, I started working at Tennyson Wharf in July 2024.
Previous to starting at Tennyson Wharf I have lived in many countries and worked as a supply teacher and administrator in Bahrain in the Middle East - I have also worked in scouting programme groups in both the USA and UK.
Whilst I have worked with children for a lot of my life, working with the elderly is always been something I have been passionate about. I believe that everybody has a story to tell and our residents life stories all add value to Tennyson Wharf.
Outside of work I enjoy walking, gardening and going to the cinema.
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 Tennyson Wharf Care Home
Pumpkin fun!!
We had a lovely afternoon with some pumpkin inspired art. Residents certainly got creative with beads, buttons and paper. Some beautiful pumpkins were produced.
World Heart Day
Today, residents and staff commemorated World Heart Day through a lovely day of heart themed activities and nutritional treats
Our residents started the day by talking about what makes our own hearts happy. Sharing the special memories and items that we hold dear before filling our paper hearts. It was a really heart-warming morning spent together This afternoon, our lovely hostess, Donna came along to help us learn about how food and drink can help to keep our hearts healthy, through a variety of word games. Our amazing kitchen team also provided a tasty and nutritious, fresh fruit platter and some beautiful heart biscuits to help us celebrate the day
World's Biggest Coffee morning
World's biggest coffee morning, What an amazing morning we had here at Tennyson Wharf, taking part in the world's biggest coffee morning for Macmillan. We had a great time welcoming everyone into our home and hosting this special event with a spectacular range of cakes and tasty treats to enjoy as well as a great raffle
It was also great to welcome Helen, who works for Gainsborough Macmillan, along to share her knowledge and advice to others and members from our local community. Together we raised £177.59 so thank you everyone who helped and supported us today .
World Mental Health Day
At Tennyson Wharf we recognised World Mental Health Day. Our residents spent some time talking about why our mental health is just as important as our physical health. We had a morning of positivity, filling our jar with wonderful, affirming words about ourselves and others around us. It was lovely to hear so much positivity being shared helping us boost our self-esteem. We continued to boost our self-esteem in the afternoon with a well-deserved pamper session. We enjoyed facials, hand massage, foot soaks and nails.
Tennyson Wharf in the Pink!!
On Friday Tennyson Wharf Care had a day full of fun, fundraising and of course PINK to raise awareness of breast cancer. Staff, residents and visitors all made a wonderful effort for wear it pink day and enjoyed some beautiful homemade cakes during our coffee morning.
Harvest Festival Service
Yesterday we were blessed to have a visit from Springline Church. Reverend Judy and her team supported staff and residents' spiritual needs with a beautiful Harvest Festival service.
We all sang our hearts out and joined together in worship and thanksgiving.
Upcoming events
Christmas Market - Sat 07th December
Join us at our popular annual Christmas Market! We have a selection of stalls, refreshments and a warm welcome - fun for all of the family! from 2.00 pm
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Fancy a festive break?
Book a respite stay at Tennyson Wharf to take advantage of our Christmas festivities. A festive break in a place where your loved one matters.
Dementia Cafe
Join us at our bi-monthly, Dementia Cafe - 2nd Thursday of the month from 2.30 pm.
Coffee Morning - First Thursday of the month
Come along and make new friends, 1st Thursday of the month - all welcome.
Don't Dine Alone - Last Wednesday of the month
Join us for a delicious lunch at our home and enjoy making new friends. Last Wednesday of the month from 12.00 pm.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
