Activities at Wood Grange 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.
Ruby-Mae Walker
Hello, my name is Ruby-Mae and I am the activities Co-Ordinator here at Wood Grange.
My background is working in dance education and production as well as experience in the mental health care sector. I am extremely passionate about my role here in promoting life enrichment within the home and I feel privileged to work alongside such amazing people, and to be a part of our residents lives, spending quality time with them on a regular basis. I work alongside Louise to plan and organise daily activities to suit our resident’s needs, Louise and I are very enthusiastic about our roles and the resident’s well-being is always at the forefront of our minds.
I love to dance, keep fit by going to the gym and spending time with family.
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 Wood Grange Care Home
Into the deep....
Residents across our services enjoyed a fantastic virtual tour of The Deep, an award-winning aquarium in Hull.
Our residents dived into the underwater world of some fascinating creatures such as sharks, turtles and stingrays.
It was a truly immersive and educational experience that brought the wonders of the ocean right to our screens.
Charity Cake Sale
Residents and staff put the ‘fun’ into ‘fundraising’ with a charity cake sale to raise money for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation. Wood Grange were inspired by their Managing Director, Fiona Fagan, who has so far raised over two thousand pounds, which will also be donated to the Barchester’s Charitable Foundation, by taking part in a charity cook off.
Katya Petrova, General Manager said: “We love to fundraise for charities throughout the year, we pick different causes to support that have been selected by staff, residents and friends of the home. Barchester’s Charitable Foundation is a great cause that helps many people in need so we feel really proud to have been able to raise this money. Thank you to everyone who donated!”
Trip to Four Seasons Garden Centre
Residents from the Willoughby community enjoyed a trip out to the four seasons garden centre in Sleaford, where they enjoyed a walk around the shop then coffee and cake to finish! This was our first visit to the Four Seasons and the residents were impressed, being a little further than our local garden centres residents also enjoyed the views of the countryside.
VE Day celebrations
Wood Grange marked the 79th anniversary of VE Day, a momentous occasion in history celebrating the end of World War II in Europe. We honoured this day with a morning tea, a sing-along of wartime classics, and sharing fascinating facts about this pivotal moment in our shared history. Let's remember and celebrate the bravery and sacrifices of those who fought for freedom and peace.
Residents return to Waterside after flooding
We're thrilled to see Waterside back in action after overcoming the challenges brought by January's floods. And great to see our old friend Gary the Gorilla! Residents were delighted in browsing Waterside's offerings and indulging in some well-deserved refreshments and delicious cakes. Peter said, "it was amazing to see the flood line marked on the wall in the restaurant".
Residents embrace flower power
Residents at Wood Grange Care Home in Bourne celebrated Chelsea Flower Show which took place from 21 to 25 May 2024 - as well as watching the show on TV, they also held their own Chelsea inspired activities for the green-fingered.
Created and run by the Royal Horticultural Society, Chelsea Flower Show is the world’s greatest flower show with stunning garden designs and gorgeous floral displays.
Upcoming events
Memory Cafe
Join us at our 'Memory Cafe' and meet our highly trained dementia staff who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have or just to have a chat.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
Looking for a place or venue to hold a meeting? For more information on what we have to offer please get in touch.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
If you would like to become a volunteer or more information on volunteering, we'd love to hear from you.
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Come and take a break on us! Calling all emergency services personnel, district nurses, enjoy a warming drink and slice of cake on your break.
Dementia Support Group
Helping loved ones to connect - 3rd Thursday of the month from 1.15 pm. All welcome.
Gentlemen's Club
Come along and make new friends over a game of dominoes, games and enjoy a drink or two.
Knit and Natter
Are you a knitter? We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at our weekly knit & natter group - Every Thursday from 2.00 pm.
