Activities at Wykeham 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.
Rachel Stevens
I joined Wykeham House in October 2022 but I have worked doing activities in care homes since I left College, I began volunteering in a local home when I was 15 years old and then took on my first job in a care home when I was 18. I have enjoyed extending my knowledge to improve my work and have a Level 2 in Dementia Awareness, Domestic Abuse Awareness and Mental Health Awareness. I have also attended courses on End-Of-Life Activities as well as Dementia focused Activities. I love what I do and for me it is important that every day is a new day for our residents with new opportunities and a smiling face to come with it.
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 Wykeham House Care Home
Elvis is in the Building!
Residents at Wykeham House enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of entertainment by Dave. Dave performed an hour of Elvis hits and had us in stitches with his jokes. A fabulous afternoon was had by all with dancing and singing not only from Elvis but our residents too.
Summer Bash
Residents and their friends had a blast at our Summer Bash. We enjoyed entertainment from a steel drummer and singer Gracey followed by a raffle draw with a wonderful collection of prizes donated by local businesses. Our residents and friends got to browse a selection of local small business stalls at the event and enjoyed all the carnival dress up we had. The chef prepared a wonderful meal of Jerk Chicken and Rice for all to enjoy at the event.
Party Preparations
You may have seen our recent post where our residents were making decorations for our party. This month we stepped it up with our Summer Bash looming residents wanted to ensure they look the part for the event which is carnival themed. We painted masks ready to decorate with feathers and gems. The residents sure do look the part in their masks and we hope you will join us to see them on the 24th August.
Come on England!
We are getting ready for the big game and wishing the amazing England Football team good luck for the final. We have decorated the home in flags and the fizz is on ice. Can it really be coming home? we hope so.
Good Luck England.
Crafty Cacti
Today residents enjoyed the sunshine and joined the craft session on our lovely terrace. Lead by Shannon from the lifestyle team, we painting stones to look like cacti. They looked absolutely fabulous, can you tell the difference? And no chance these won’t get enough water
A pint down the pub.
Residents from Wykeham House popped to their local pub, the Jack Fairman and enjoyed a drink in the pub garden. There is always something to celebrate, the sun shining is always a good reason.
Cheers!
Upcoming events
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.
