Our in-house activities
At Birchwood House, the wellbeing of our residents is paramount. We invest in activities on a group and one-to-one basis and have a dedicated member of staff that focuses on activities from arts and crafts and baking, to exercise, games and events.
We run a full in-house activities programme on a daily basis and have a variety of instructors that visit regularly. Although we encourage residents to take part in our activities schedule, we respect those who do not wish to.
Some of our residents’ favourite in-house activities can be seen below.
“Although initially reluctant, Mum was encouraged from her first day to be involved in the community, both at mealtimes and for activities. This enabled her to develop relationships and maintain existing skills which was reflected in her quality of life.”
E F (Daughter of resident)
Functional Fitness with Sarah Domoney
Our residents enjoy Functional Fitness with local legend Sarah Domoney. Sarah has worked alongside Age UK Tunbridge Wells for two decades. Sarah visits Birchwood House weekly, running fitness sessions that help residents improve their balance, mobility and strength. Functional Fitness classes involve mimicking everyday movements that target small muscle groups, allowing residents to remain strong and healthy while in our care.
Oomph! Wellness
Staff have been engaging with residents using a new online activity and wellness website called Oomph! Wellness. It offers brilliant activity ideas and exercise inspiration for residents as well as live TV options and training tools. You can have a look at their website here.
Lizzie, Lifestyle Lead at Birchwood House
Our Lifestyle Lead, Lizzie Penman-Green can always be relied on to provide residents with a day of fun activities.
View Birchwood House’s quarterly events.
