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
Employee of the Month - December
Congratulations to Christine Fane, who was named as December's Employee of the Month here at Tennyson Wharf. Well done, Christine!
Macmillan Coffee Morning
We managed to raise a total of £132 for Macmillan Cancer Support.
World Food Day
Our Chef, Stuart, specially prepared dishes from five countries – Poland, Greece, Mexico, South Africa and Morocco – and residents and staff members thoroughly enjoyed tasting them!
Gentlemen's Club
Elderly gentlemen are invited for tea/coffee and cake on a Wednesday morning, between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., to chew the cud about current affairs, enjoy board and card games, get fit gardening, share musical likes and dislikes, and much more!
Barchester's 25th Anniversary
We celebrated 25 years of Barchester with a fun-packed day, which was incredibly well-attended by residents, families, friends and members of the public!
Boat trips in the morning, from the marina to the rear of our beautiful home, were very much enjoyed. Village Voices Choir gave their time to entertain us, and attendees had lots of fun taking part in our circus workshop.
We celebrated with cheese & wine and a beautiful 25th cake, prepared by our Chef, and cut by a resident who has been with us since we first opened.
Thanks to all who donated some wonderful raffle prizes we raised £90 for our residents’ fund.
Employees of the Month
Congratulations to Carers, Clare Twist (left) and Maria McCardell (right), who were named Employees of the Month for September and October, respectively. It was a joint celebration!
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....
