| Activities |
Is there an activities programme and an activities co-ordinator? |
Yes. We have an activities co-ordinator and also a resident’s assistant. |
Do you have a calendar of events? |
We have a very full activities programme – with forthcoming activities displayed on the resident’s board. |
How are special events celebrated, e.g. Christmas? |
Just like any big family – we celebrate in style. |
| How are residents' birthdays celebrated? |
We celebrate birthdays with gusto! We make a decorated cake with candles, a card and the staff sing to the resident. |
What arrangements are there for residents to take worship? |
Our local vicar comes to the home and conducts a service every month. Our residents are also welcome to attend the local church services if they are able to. |
Are daily newspapers available? |
Yes. Your preferred newspaper can be delivered daily along with magazines etc. |
Do you have regular residents' meetings? |
Yes. We do have residents' meetings. We notify everyone of the date and send out an agenda to all residents so we can organise the meeting. We also encourage family members to attend. |
Does the home have a library and is there a reading group? |
Yes, we have a library and the library trolley is taken around every Monday. |
| Are there clubs that residents can join? |
| Yes. In addition to a whole host of activities, there is a reading group and a gardening club. There are various in-house competitions and a monthly newsletter. The notice board advertises forthcoming events and activities. |
