Activities at Wimborne 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.
Zoe Freeman
I have been working in care since 2019 and love the industry. I came from working on cruise ships and running events and activities there which has set me up to be a successful activities coordinator in care. You will never see me without a smile on my face and always bring my fun and bubbly personality to my job. My favourite part of my job is making people cheerful and help make their wishes come true to show people that age is just a number and we can have fun no matter what!
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 Wimborne Care Home
Afternoon Tea Dance
Residents were invited to The Red Lion's Afternoon Tea Dance to celebrate Valentine’s Day, specifically created for all the local dementia care homes on the island. There was live entertainment provided by a local singer, games and freshly homemade cakes and sandwiches. All residents commented on how lovely the afternoon was.
Chinese New Year
Residents and staff had a fantastic time celebrating Chinese New Year by enjoying a delicious traditional Chinese supper, all freshly prepared by our Head Chef, Alex. Residents particularly enjoyed the chicken chow mein followed by a pineapple fritter for dessert and a fortune cookie each.
Christmas Party
On the eve of 18th December, residents, relatives and staff all joined us for our Christmas party. There was live entertainment provided by Karen Williams, a festive buffet, raffles and festive games. The evening was a huge amount of fun, with everybody in high spirits, which sparked a lot of memories for residents to talk about.
Christmas Jumper Day
Staff, residents and relatives all got into the Christmas spirit by wearing their favourite Christmas jumpers for the day. The home was full of joy and festive cheer whilst festive drinks and home baked treats were also served throughout the day. It really was beginning to look like Christmas.
108th Birthday Celebrations
Celebrations have been in full swing at Wimborne, as one resident reached her 108th birthday in style. Muriel was joined by staff, relatives, friends and other residents as she received a telegram from the Queen in recognition of her landmark birthday.
Muriel was born in 1910 in West Norwood, Borough of Lambeth in London. Muriel had two children, and has three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She married in September 1939 just as the Second World War started and her husband was sent to India for six years, when he returned to England after the Second World War. Muriel’s husband was a Doctor whilst Muriel was a house wife and they both enjoyed playing golf.
Staff at Wimborne arranged a party for Muriel and toasted her birthday with drinks, cake and presents.
Wear it Pink
Everybody at Wimborne had a brilliant time supporting Wear it Pink Day in aid of breast cancer awareness. All staff and residents took part and were dressed in pink for the day. The afternoon was filled with joy as we held many pink-themed games and a raffle, with all proceeds going towards Breast Cancer Now.
