Bluebird Care Wednesday Social Club, Wandsworth, Putney & Battersea

Our Bluebird Care Social Club days run weekly from 10:00am until 4:00pm.

It's good to make new friends. 
Every Wednesday, Bluebird Care Wandsworth, Putney & Battersea hosts a Social Club for adults, a full day of games, crafts, lunch and gentle exercise in warm, welcoming company.

These are held at East Hill Baptist Church, 182 East Hill, Greater London SW18 2HD, running from 10:00am until 4:00pm.
Parking is available for up to 6 cars on a first come, first served basis, with a designated drop off zone within the car park.

A day to look forward to

No two Wednesdays are quite the same, but each activity is designed to get everyone involved in a sociable, relaxed setting. 

There's always plenty on offer, including:

• Simple games and quizzes
• Reminiscence and conversation
• Group baking
• Painting and crafts
• Music and movement
• Gentle seated exercises and stretching

Our past sessions have included bingo, scone baking, pottery painting and planting, and pom pom crafting, and there's always a new favourite waiting to be discovered. Activities for the following week are chosen by the group, so members always have a real say in what's on.

Haven't played Connect 4 for years, and I won, twice! - Joe

A personal touch

Our team is patient, understanding and experienced in supporting people with memory difficulties and reduced mobility. They're also trained to support with medication during the day, following each individual's care plan. Regular observation checks are carried out as part of every visit, reviewed using the NHS NEWS2 scoring system, so we can gently pick up on any changes or concerns early, and additional monitoring is provided for members considered at risk.

There's no pressure to take part before someone feels ready. Members are always free to join in, or simply enjoy a friendly setting at their own pace. No member is ever left behind.

Reserve a place, call 0208 877 4950 or email wandsworth@bluebirdcare.co.uk.

I don't have to worry about mum while she is there.- Member's daughter

Tea, coffee, snacks and a light lunch, all included

Drinks are served throughout the day, with a full selection of teas and coffees, including decaffeinated options, and sweeteners for those who prefer them. Warm or cold lunches are freshly prepared each day, often complemented by baking made by the group, with all allergies and food preferences catered for.

Friendly and lovely tea.

The team behind Wednesday's Social

Sharmaine brings a bright, uplifting energy to the club and has a way of making everyone feel welcome and at ease from the moment they arrive.
Susan is the club's arts and crafts guru, with a calm, patient nature and a gift for helping anyone bring their ideas to life, whatever their experience level.
Sharon brings a gentle warmth to the team, known for her kind personality and naturally caring approach, helping every member feel seen and supported.
Emma brings the baking to life on Wednesdays, guiding members through each step and filling the club with the best smells and tastes.

What members say

It's the small moments that stay with people, some of the words that mean the most to us, the ones our members and their families share after a Wednesday well spent.

• "A life saver"
• "Good company"
• "Friendly and lovely tea"
• "Great social chit chat"
• "Loved the painting"
• " had a wonderful time. You are all lovely and I will definitely be back to see you all next week. Thank you for doing this."

"Mum had a fantastic time. It was so nice to be with a group of such lovely people in a relaxed environment and doing things they wanted to do rather than set things to do, to be offered a choice of different foods which were delicious and just being surrounded by wonderful people with big smiles." - Member's daughter

More than just a Wednesday

A regular day out gives people something to look forward to each week, and for those living with memory difficulties or reduced mobility, that company and routine can make a real difference.

Our Wednesday sessions are designed to:

• Support cognitive function and help ease isolation
• Build confidence in a relaxed, dementia friendly environment
• Give families peace of mind, knowing their person is engaged and well looked after