Activities at Westvale 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.
Joanne Sherwood
Hi, I'm Joanne and I'm the Activities Co-ordinator at Westvale House! I joined the team in December 2023 and absolutely love my role. Getting to spend time with our residents every day and getting to know each of them more and more, is such a privilege.
I get to create and tailor our activities to the preferences of each individual resident, making sure they're all doing things they'll absolutely love, and that brings me and the rest of the team so much joy. Making each of their days special is what I believe my job is all about.
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 Westvale House Care Home
Putting Carers on the Map
10th - 16th June is Carers Week and we have been celebrating all of our staff team who provide quality care to our Residents and families every day.
Not just treated to some delicious chocolate treats, we put heartfelt words and inspirational quotes onto thank you cards and spread the love throughout the home.
Carers Week is an annual event to raise awareness of caring, highlighting the challenges carers face, and recognising the contribution they make to our residents, families and communities throughout the UK.
Looking After our Emergency Services
Blue Light Breakfast To Go!
We want to look after those who look after us, and what better way than making sure our emergency services are food fuelled and ready to go!
We visited our local stations including, Warrington Fire Station to deliver 'Barchester Breakfast Baps' for the crew's to enjoy.
These were the wishes of our Residents who want to support our local community.
All Emergency Services and Blue Light Professionals are welcome to visit Westvale House anytime for a brew and piece of cake - it's completely FREE!
Busy in the Garden
We love spending time in our garden, it is a beautiful environment where Residents and their families can sit, relax and enjoy a variety of exciting gardening activities.
This week, family and friends of Westvale House made the most of the sunshine entertaining their relatives by giving our garden some well deserved TLC. A few of us even enjoyed a tipple of wine.
We are looking forward to the summer days ahead and more time outside in the fresh air.
Celebrating 200 Years of Cadbury
Celebrating Dementia Action Week at our care home was truly special.
Our Residents and teams came together for a heart-warming reminiscing activity to share memories and lovely stories.
Thanks to the generous support of Cadbury, we received a delightful surprise – memory bar boxes filled with Dairy Milk bars wrapped in designs reflecting Cadbury rich 200-year history.
We all had a great time while enjoyed some delicious sweet treats.
Westvale Do Wigs
Residents and staff gained some inspiration from watching the famous Dirty Dancing movie, and decided to recreate the iconic wig scene in the hope of bagging themselves their very own Patrick Swayze!
General Manager, Jackie Bray was keen to get in on the action and we think red is definitely her colour!
Joy and laughter filled the air as everyone reacted to the new looks of Residents and staff around the home.
In Green and Gold for St Patrick's Day
What a wonderful day we had at Westvale House celebrating St Patrick's Day!
We had Irish music playing throughout the lounge whilst our lovely residents sang along. We decorated the home in green and gold to mark the occasion, and everyone was in full attire with head boppers and glasses bringing lots of laughter and joy! Our residents shared their knowledge with a quiz and listened to poems from the Emerald Isle.
The festivities continued in the dining room where our hospitality team had made a delicious traditional Irish meal including freshly baked Guinness cake. Everyone had such a wonderful time.
Upcoming events
Could you be a Volunteer?
Your time could make a real difference - if you would like more information on Volunteering here at Westvale House we'd love to hear from you.
Community Coffee Morning
Our bi-weekly Community Coffee Morning at Westvale House is a great opportunity to meet people and enjoy a coffee and some treats. Why not pop along and see our lovely home?
Don't Dine Alone - last Friday of each month
We know meal times can be lonely for some older people, so we extend a warm invitation for you to enjoy some company and a nutritious meal. Please call 01925 571266 to book.
Calling all Emergency Services
Come and take a break with us - we offer a warm drink any time you need it! Pop in on your break...
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Looking for a place to host a meeting? We have space and extend an invitation for you to get in touch and see what we have to offer.
