Activities at Woodland View Care Home
Activities at Woodland View
Woodland View is passionately committed to providing residents with a varied choice of entertainment, social, health and well being, craft and relaxation based activities.
Activities will all be meaningful and based on the likes of residents and will continue to evolve depending on our residents. The activities provided will also include involvement from other local community based organisations and are open to all residents, family and friends of residents. Our activities will be facilitated by staff from all departments as well as invited guests. Families are also enthusiastically encouraged to play a part in activities when possible.
There will always be at least one person at every activity who has been DBS checked to ensure the safeguarding of our residents. The dignity of our residents and our respect for them is at the centre of everything we do, each and every day.
We are always reviewing and changing our schedule of activities to be a centre of excellence and actively invite feedback and suggestions for new and meaningful activities and ideas.
Petra Hardman
Hi my name is Petra and I'm the Activities Coordinator here at Woodland View. I love seeing the difference that activities can make to each individual, and finding out what interests they have and ensure I incorporate that into our activities here.
I love music and drama coming from a musical background as a singer all over the country, music is important to me and I feel it makes such a difference to everyone, it evokes memories, and creates happiness. I also love to boost residents self esteem by creating pampering sessions and having one to one time to relax and reminisce.
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 Woodland View Care Home
Our New Visiting Pod
Residents are overjoyed at Woodland View, as the new visiting suite implemented by Barchester means that, not only can residents continue to spend time with their loved ones over the winter months, but also special celebrations are back on the agenda.
Pictured here is Norman, who was celebrating his birthday on Christmas Day, and was so happy to be surprised by his daughter. Everyone had a wonderful time celebrating safely together!
The visiting suite has been a brilliant addition to the home. It is wonderful to be able to give our residents the chance to spend special celebrations with friends and family once again. They have so missed being able to get together in the home, so this is a brilliant opportunity.
The visiting suite has been designed with both comfort and safety in mind. The room is similar to a living room, with comfortable furnishings and heating to create a welcoming and warm environment for residents to continue to spend time with their loved ones in the upcoming months. The room has an intercom system fitted so residents can clearly communicate and engage in conversation, whilst being able to see their friends and family or enjoy live entertainment through a Perspex glass divider fitted for safety.
Christmas Carnival
Staff members of all departments at Woodland View prepared performances for the residents. We were excited to receive so many surprises, talents, cakes and positive emotions. Even Father Christmas came to visit us!
Celebrating 5 Years
Woodland View held a themed afternoon to celebrate 5 years of serving the local community.
Staff and residents commemorated this special occasion with a buffet, cake and refreshments while enjoying classical music.
Woodland View has built up excellent reputations within its local communities. The home regularly holds events and activities for its residents and keeps in touch with surrounding neighbours.
It is important to recognise the hard work of our staff here at Woodland View. For the past 5 years, we have provided a caring home for our residents, as well as the best possible environment for our staff. This day not only enabled us to celebrate their hard work, but it's also an opportunity to thank the residents, their relatives and friends who have made Woodland View such a loving home.
Festival of Lights
Residents and staff at Woodland View celebrated Diwali - the Festival of Lights. We tried a range of Indian food and learned about Indian traditions during this celebration.
Children in Need
Residents and staff members at Woodland View took part in the BBC Children in Need initiative by wearing pyjamas all day at the home.
Everyone had a wonderful day and enjoyed decorating cupcakes while listening to vintage children songs.
Lest We Forget
Residents and staff members at Woodland View worked together to create a Remembrance Day display. Everyone took part in decorating the home for the day and, on 11th November, they had a service with two minutes of silence to pay tribute to the members of the armed forces who have died in line of their duty.
Our Activities Coordinator was wearing a handmade poppies dress in recognition of this occasion.
The day continued with a virtual war-time concert and homemade cakes with a cup of tea.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us as we get into the festive spirit. Merry Christmas!
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
