Activities at Wadhurst Manor Care Home
On a weekly basis we have many visitors to the home from the people like the University of the Third age and local small animal farms, who bring in their chickens and sheep. We also like to go out shopping and on day trips to local garden centres and when the weather is good picnics and tours of the beautiful local countryside. We have speciality days at the home which could be a theme of a country, or for specific times of year, including Halloween, Bonfire Night or Christmas. We have card games and art classes and a serious knitting team in the home who produce blankets and premature baby clothes for the local maternity unit.
Zoe Aldea
Hi, my name is Zoe and I am the Activities Lead at Wadhurst Manor.
I used to work with veterans for the Royal British Legion, and as an Art Studio Lead for a wonderful charity that built a village for people with learning disabilities.
I believe in the healing power of art, I feel strongly about building confidence and the wellness of our residents. My hobbies include Asian art and philosophy, acupuncture, yoga and martial arts. I believe art is a bridge that unites everyone no matter the race, beliefs or religion.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Wadhurst Manor Care Home
Duck Pals
Petpals brought in some ducks to entertain us. There were many laughs as they splashed around in their makeshift pond.
Christmas Creations
We had a busy afternoon making Christmas decorations to hang on our doors. We were joined by residents, friends, family members and some of our volunteers for a very productive afternoon. The final count was over 35! A big well done and thank you to everyone.
Volunteer Christmas Lunch
It was lovely to be joined for lunch by our amazing volunteers as a way of saying thank you for all they have done throughout the year. After enjoying a lovely lunch with the residents, General Manager, Tina Dawson, presented them with a Christmas card and present.
Carols with Stonegate Choir
Wadhurst Manor was joined by Stonegate Choir for a celebration of Christmas music. Afterwards, the choir joined residents and their loved ones for a chat before performing a few carols around the home for those who had not been able to attend.
This is always a very popular event; one resident commented that they sounded so professional and another said it was a highlight of the year.
Ruskin Ensemble
Wadhurst Manor was treated to a concert of classical and popular music by the Ruskin Ensemble, which consisted of a classical guitarist and violinist.
The concert was courtesy of Music in Hospitals & Care, a wonderful Charity that promotes joy through music. It was a truly interactive concert, with residents singing, tapping their feet, clapping and accompanying some tunes on percussion instruments.
It was clear that everyone really enjoyed the afternoon! We would like to say a big thank you to The Chalk Cliff Trust for their generosity, which made this concert possible.
Music Therapy Christmas Party
There was lots of singing, dancing, smiles and laughter when Ryan came in for an afternoon of karaoke.
Upcoming events
Countdown To Christmas
Join us as we celebrate the run up to Christmas at Wadhurst Manor
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
