Explore Life at Northbourne Court
At Northbourne Court, we believe a fulfilling life is about much more than the care we provide. Meaningful activities support wellbeing, encourage social connection and help residents stay active and engaged in the things they enjoy.
Guided by Avante Care & Support’s vision of creating communities where everyone has a vibrant and fulfilling life, our Activities Team provides a varied programme shaped around individual interests and abilities. From creative activities and entertainment to exercise, gardening and local trips, there’s always something to enjoy.
Activities & Everyday Life
Staying active, connected and engaged is an important part of life at Northbourne Court. Our varied activities programme is shaped around residents’ interests and abilities, with opportunities to enjoy favourite hobbies, discover something new, spend time with others and continue doing the things they love.
Day Trips
We offer day trips for residents to explore the local area and exciting attractions in the community. Day trips allow residents to stay connected, see new sights and have unique experiences. Trips can include historic landmarks, beaches and countryside areas.
Entertainment
We provide a daily activities programme where residents enjoy ongoing entertainment and learn new skills, such as gardening, art, music, games or socialising.
Gardening
Our garden at Northbourne Court is a beautiful environment for residents to sit and relax. Residents can plant or care for the shrubbery and plants in our garden, providing independence and the opportunity to be outside in nature.
Music & Dance
Music adds joy to daily life in Northbourne Court. We provide music and dance across the care home with classes, connecting residents with the power music and dance can bring.
Board Games
Residents can socialise through our array of board games, from solo games to duos and group board games. These games are available 24/7, allowing residents to spark joy whenever they please.
Arts & Crafts
At Northbourne Court, residents can channel their creativity with arts and crafts. We offer classes as part of the daily programme, or residents can enjoy arts and crafts independently, such as painting, drawing, sewing or crafting.
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Northbourne Court Care Home's 20th Anniversary Celebration 🎉
We're delighted to invite you to join us as we celebrate 20 wonderful years of Northbourne Court Care Home!
Come along for an afternoon of celebration with our residents, families, friends, colleagues and the local community as we mark this special milestone. Whether you've been part of our journey over the years or would simply like to get to know us, everyone is welcome.
Enjoy:
🎶 Live music
🍔 Delicious food
🥂 Refreshments
🎯 Fun games
🎉 A traditional fête
💜 Great company and plenty of opportunities to celebrate together
Thursday 20th August
2:30pm – 4:30pm
Northbourne Court Care Home,
Harland Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 7NU
We'd love to see you there as we celebrate 20 years of caring, friendship and community. Feel free to bring along family and friends – everyone is welcome!
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Gardening offers profound physical, emotional, and sensory benefits for our residents. Spending time in the garden helps reduce stress, encourages gentle physical movement, and naturally supports healthy sleep patterns.
A heartfelt thank you to Helena for volunteering your time and making the morning gardening session so special for our residents. Your kindness and dedication are truly appreciated.
Thank you also to Nick for joining in and helping make the session such a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
Connecting older adults and young children brings powerful mutual benefits, boosting seniors’ mental and physical wellbeing while helping children develop empathy, confidence, and social skills.
A heartfelt thank you to our little friends for visiting our residents and bringing so many smiles to their faces. Their laughter, energy, and kindness brightened everyone’s day, and it was wonderful to see the joy and connection shared across generations. We truly appreciate your visit and look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Today’s shopping trip was a fun activity for our resident, Robert, who enjoyed the short trip to M&S to buy a few toiletries.
We made a quick stop at the barbers before stopping for delicious meal of Haddock and chips for lunch, and strutted to Tesco for a few more goodies.
Michael definitely enjoyed the outing as well, making it a lovely day for everyone.
🌷 Michelle’s Quote of the Day 🌷
Love and care can be shared in so many ways—not always through grand gestures, but through the little things we do every day.
A gentle touch. A warm smile. A kind word. Truly listening. Showing up. Or simply reminding someone that they matter.
These small acts can make an extraordinary difference. ❤️
Sometimes, the smallest act of kindness reaches a heart at exactly the moment it needs it most.
Never underestimate the power of a little love and kindness. 🌷✨
Patricia’s Quote of the Day 🌸
“Smile, it’s free therapy.”
— Douglas Horton 😊
A little smile can brighten your day—and someone else’s, too. ✨
If you believe it, like it! 👍❤️
Speak to Our Friendly Team
Whether you're exploring care options for yourself or a loved one, our team is here to help. We understand that choosing a care home is an important decision, and we're happy to answer your questions, arrange a visit, or provide advice about the care and support available at Northbourne Court.
Complete the enquiry form below and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to speak to us directly, please give us a call.
Call us on: 01795 597 400
Harland Avenue, Sidcup, Bexley DA15 7NU
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