Activities at Westergate House 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.
Lee Austin
My name is Lee and I am the Head of Lifestyle here at Westergate House.
I support our residents daily to do the things they enjoy and it is extremely important to me that we are offering a premium and person centred service to each resident. I support our residents on a daily basis by providing meaningful and quality activities either in groups or on a 1:1 basis, to help encourage and build confidence while creating an enjoyable environment for everyone. Westergate House is the home of our residents, we as staff are working in it, so it is extremely important to me that we are respectful of that, while offering a premium and person centred service to each and every resident.
I am a trained actor and professional vocalist and not shy in making a fool of myself. If I do that every day to put a smile on our residents faces then I’m happy I have played my part, along with the rest of the amazing team, to brightening their day. If you hear someone singing along the corridor or see them dancing in the lounges, it will probably be me.
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 Westergate House Care Home
Sunshine & Smiles
An unusual window of beautiful, early sunshine is the ideal time to make sure residents have the opportunity of being outside. Masie was one of the first for tea and cake in the sunshine.
Cheque Presentation
Residents of Westergate House presented Eastergate Village Hall with a cheque for £250.00 to add to the fundraising for a community defibrillator.
Celebrating Excellence
Congratulations to Head of Activities, Phyll Woods, who was named as our Employee of the Month for March; and to Carer, Natasha Charman, for being named as April's Employee of the Month.
Phyll does a wonderful job as Head of Activities by building up links with people and organsiations in the community; and Natasha has shown exemplary care skills and professionalism in her new role. Her peers have noted her kindness, patience and calm manner when delivering care. She is a shining example to all!
Sunday Tea
It’s really nice to see word spreading about our Sunday tea parties. Families are able to spend quality time together and enjoy a good cup of tea and a piece of cake.
Barchester in Bloom Prep
Having entered into the Barchester in Bloom competition, residents at Westergate House are really taking the project on with lots of new ideas for the 'Creative Garden' category.
Spring Newsletter
Please click here to view the spring edition of the Westergate Times.
Upcoming events
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 as we get into the festive spirit. Merry Christmas!
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.
