Activities at Wood Grange Care Home

At Wood Grange, we had a wonderful time celebrating St Patrick’s Day together. Our residents got involved in decorating, bringing lots of festive spirit to the home. We were also delighted to welcome Nick Glover, nephew of one of our very loved residents (who was – and still very much is - a talented singer), who came in to perform for us.

The room was filled with joy as residents sang along, clapped, and even got up to dance. Some of the songs brought back special memories and a few emotional moments too, a beautiful reminder of the power of music.

Of course, the Irish songs were a highlight, with our very own Mick proudly singing along and adding to the atmosphere.
A truly lovely and united time shared by all.    

To celebrate National Pizza Day, we had a lovely visit from Westfield Primary School and spent time decorating yummy pizzas together, ready for residents to enjoy for tea! 

It was such a special time, full of conversation, helping each other, and lots of smiles all round. Moments like these really show the joy of coming together.          

We enjoyed a relaxing Big Birdwatch in Memory Lane’s garden room, where Pete had set up bird feeders for us to enjoy. We spent a peaceful hour watching which birds visited our garden, sharing conversations and spotting our feathered friends together. 

A lovely, calm activity that everyone really enjoyed.      

We were delighted to welcome Bourne Baptist Church to Wood Grange on Christmas Jumper Day and what a joyful morning it was! Our residents also enjoyed a wonderful trip to Baytree Garden Centre. 

We spent the morning strolling through beautiful displays of twinkling lights, sparkling ornaments, and festive decorations – plenty of inspiration for the season ahead!

In the afternoon, our residents absolutely loved joining in with the beautiful Christmas carols and taking part in the heartfelt service. The room was filled with music, warmth, and festive spirit, the perfect way to celebrate the season together. 

A huge thank you to everyone who wore their Christmas jumpers, from sparkling snowmen to singing reindeer – you all helped make the day brighter, bolder, and wonderfully festive!   

The residents enjoyed a trip around the Waterside Garden Centre where we admired the beautiful Christmas displays and decorations, enjoyed a cup of tea and cake in the café and finished off with some Christmas shopping, buying presents for our families.     

We were delighted to welcome students from The Willoughby Academy in Bourne to Wood Grange and what a lovely visit it was! 
We set up multiple activity stations, so everyone could get involved and get busy straight away. From painting and colouring to music, games and jigsaws, there was something for everyone to enjoy. 

The students settled in so quickly, and it was wonderful to see them chatting away with our Wood Grange residents. The room was filled with smiles, laughter and some truly heart-warming conversations.

Moments like these mean so much to us all. Thank you so much for coming, we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!    

We had the pleasure of visiting Warner for an incredible factory tour with the brilliant Michael Warner and what an experience it was!

A huge thank you to Michael for taking the time to show us around and talk us through the whole printing process. From the initial design stages right through to the finished product rolling off the press, it was fascinating to see the level of precision, technology and teamwork involved. We loved learning about how everything comes together behind the scenes to create such high-quality print. It was an inspiring and insightful visit, and we’re so grateful for the warm welcome and hospitality. 

Thank you again, Michael and everyone at Warners, we had a brilliant time!        

At Wood Grange, we believe that independence matters, no matter what stage of life you’re at. Everyday moments like choosing what to buy, following a shopping list, or selecting something special for yourself help maintain confidence, identity, and a sense of purpose  

During our trip to Sainsbury’s, residents made their own choices. From picking out plants, clothing and birthday cards to taking responsibility for the shopping list. These familiar routines may seem small, but they play a huge role in supporting wellbeing and dignity.        

We had an amazing time at our party with Nick Glover!

There was plenty of singing along, clapping to the beat, and even getting up to dance together. The room was full of energy and smiles.

Nick treated us to a wonderful mix of Christmas songs and classic hits from the 60s, and even threw in a few Irish songs especially for Michael, which made it extra special. So much fun, laughter, and festive cheer shared by all. A truly fantastic afternoon.

Wood Grange marked the occasion with a special outing for two of our wonderful gentlemen, Michael and Roy, who enjoyed a trip to the Don’t Lose Hope Men’s Shed. They had a brilliant time in a change of scenery and had the opportunity to socialise with other gentlemen. 

We continued the celebrations back home with an afternoon of good company and some well-deserved beers, a lovely way to round off the day! Thank you to everyone who helped make it special!        

Wish Fulfilment for Peter! We recently had the pleasure of fulfilling a special wish for Peter, whose biggest request was a trip to the library because of his love for reading.

Peter was absolutely delighted browsing through the shelves and choosing his books – he walked away with 7 books to enjoy! Seeing how happy it made him was truly wonderful. 

To keep the spark going, we’re excited to start a Book Club every 3 weeks, where we’ll take a trip to the library together so Peter and anyone else who loves reading - can pick out new books and share what they’ve been enjoying.

If anyone else would like to come along, get some books, and be part of our little book club, you’re more than welcome! 

We had the most wonderful visit to Wood Grange today by Anya’s daughter, Ivy, and it truly brightened everyone’s day. Our residents absolutely love visits from children, and Ivy brought so much joy and laughter with her. From Ivy happily chatting away with Patricia, to Janet proudly taking Ivy for a little walk to show her the birds in our garden, and Joyce enjoying a fun game of knocking on the door, there were smiles everywhere she looked. 

When it was time to say goodbye, Ivy made sure everyone received a blown kiss, which melted hearts all round. Moments like these remind us just how many children bring happiness to our residents. The laughter, energy and genuine connection create memories that stay with everyone long after the visit ends.

We had a fantastic time welcoming Zoolab to Wood Grange! Our residents absolutely loved getting up close with the animals! Including a snake, tarantula, cockroach, and gecko.

There were plenty of smiles, lots of curiosity, and even a few fears bravely faced along the way. It was a wonderful, interactive experience that sparked conversation, laughter, and some unforgettable moments.      

Elf Day, a special and meaningful event where we put on our elf outfits to raise awareness for people living with dementia  

We kicked off the morning with a festive Christmas sing-a-long party, filled with mulled wine, hot chocolate and delicious mince pies. The room was bursting with smiles as everyone joined in with singing and dancing – the Christmas spirit truly arrived!  

In the afternoon, the creativity continued with Christmas-themed flower arranging. Our residents loved getting hands-on and designing beautiful seasonal displays. The results were stunning, and the joy and pride were wonderful to see.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part, dressed up, and made the day so memorable. Every elf makes a difference.       

Wood Grange went to the Memorial Gardens for the Remembrance Sunday service. We watched the march through town before gathering together in the gardens for the service — a touching moment to pause and reflect on the sacrifices made by so many.

A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers who joined us and made it possible for us to take more of our residents along. Your help means so much, especially on a day of such importance and remembrance.