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
Remembrance
Residents at Westvale House enjoyed taking part in Remembrance Day crafts, by drawing around their hands and making handprints before colouring. Residents joined in with the rest of the UK in the 2 minutes silence, which was very emotional for them.
Sheila, a Resident who was in the Wrens said, “it is a very emotional day for her”. Residents were also pleased to be given a handmade crocheted Poppies for each to wear from a past family member, Vanessa. The home would like to thank Vanessa for the kind gesture.
Spooktacular Treats
We didn't miss a Trick this Halloween! Westvale has engaged the community by hosting a photographic competition asking people to send in their costume photos taken at our display. We created an outdoor Halloween display for Pumpkin Spotters passing by the home on foot with lots of sweet treats for all to enjoy
Oktoberfest fun at Westvale
Residents and staff at Westvale got their boarding passes and passports at the ready, as they set off on an adventure to Germany to celebrate Germany’s Octoberfest! The Octoberfest is a popular event in Germany. It is the world’s largest beer festival celebration and draws over six million visitors over 3 weeks!
Residents at Westvale enjoyed a German quiz, German music, dancing, Beer tasting, German food tasting and even joined in, in a Yodelling competition!
Tao Cantonese serve up banquet for home
Chris and Vanesa Song, owners of Tao Cantonese restaurant in Warrington treated our residents and staff to a taste of their amazing food. The chef has been working hard to prepare the food for the afternoon.
Chris and Vanesa who’s mum was in the home, said it was a real pleasure to be able to give something back to the home for all that they had done for Chris’s mum.
Macmillan Fund Raiser
Yasmin, our Admin Assistant arranged and coordinated the annual Macmillan fund raiser with the help of Sarah, Activities coordinator. Together & with a whole home approach they raised £150.00 for the charity
Residents and visiting relatives enjoyed games such as “Guess how many sprinkles were on Colin the Caterpillar cake?” & the winner took him home for tea! Westvale House’s fund raising efforts have been a big success - they managed to raise £150.00 (one hundred and fifty pounds) and, most importantly, everyone had a lot of fun doing it!
In search of the Golden Ticket on Roald Dahl Day
Westvale House residents enjoyed celebrating the annual Roald Dahl Day. We enjoyed discussing Roald Dahl's life & his works. Resident Vera Rudd won the Golden ticket finding it her Willy Wonka Chocolate Bar! We read some favourite short stories and watched Charlie And The Chocolate Factory the movie!
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas!
The countdown to Christmas is on! We have a packed month throughout December and we invite you to join us for any of our activities and events. Merry Christmas Everyone!
Christmas Respite Stay
Do you know someone that would enjoy some company, good food and fun over the festive period? We are welcoming in new residents to join in the fun.
Don't Dine Alone
We understand mealtimes can be lonely, but you are not alone. Join us at Westvale House for a hearty meal and some good company. Please call reception to book.
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