We believe that social interaction and activities are really important in later life. Keeping active and engaged is one of the best ways to live well so we aim to create a friendly, social environment at Aldersmead that promotes wellbeing and enriches the lives of all our residents.
Our Activities Organiser, Linda, works four days a week and uses her energy, ideas and considerable experience to deliver a lively programme which takes into account residents individual interests and abilities. Most people thoroughly enjoy taking part in our activities, events and entertainment, and always have the choice to do as much (or as little) as they wish.
The social care programme on offer is varied, interesting and enjoyable, chosen by our residents and tailored to their needs and wishes. Whatever your particular interests, we’re certain there will be something that appeals to you. The list of activities is long and includes games and quizzes, films, singalongs, crosswords, themed lunches for Christmas, Valentines or Halloween, arts and crafts sessions, gentle indoor exercises, picnics, flower arranging, card making, cooking and tasting sessions. We also welcome guest entertainers who provide singing and musical recitals and various shows. Whenever possible, we try to get outside and take advantage of the pleasant garden. Residents trips to the nearby beach at Bognor Regis, garden centre and Hotham Park as well as shopping trips and outings to local places of interest can be arranged.
Typical events and activities at Aldersmead
- Musical bingo
- Discussion groups – local news and headlines
- Flower arranging
- Memory lane group
- Music & movement
- Themed lunches
- Musical productions
- Hairdressing & beauty care
- Current affairs discussion group
- Educational & cultural events
- Board games
- Gardening
- Reminiscence with Sharon
- Tim West (Singer)
- Alexis sings
- Wimbledon Strawberry Tea
- John Beaver (Entertainer)
- Stacey Turner (Singer)
- Activities with Sharon
- Dressing of the Christmas tree, followed by mince pies and sherry
- Residents, relatives and friends Christmas party with entertainment by Stacey Turner
- Tim West – Christmas Carols
- Dick Whittington (Party Time Productions)
- New Years Day celebration lunch