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Home/Events/Emirates Spinnaker Tower Abseil – 11th August 2018

Emirates Spinnaker Tower Abseil – 11th August 2018

29th May 2018



During the height of the British summer, a team of St John’s Winchester employees, volunteers and friends will be taking part in one of the largest single rope abseils in the UK! The abseil will take place on Saturday 11th August 2018.

Our team will be abseiling down Emirates Spinnaker Tower in aid of raising funds for Moorside, our specialist Dementia Care Home. The iconic tower boats an abseil height of approximately 100 metres… Are they ready for the challenge?!

The money that we raise will enhance our high quality of care and support through the provision of dementia-friendly activities and sensory equipment for our Care Home. The installation of such equipment as the ‘Tovertafel’ (magic table) is designed to stimulate cognitive activity and encourage physical activity in people with dementia.

QUICK FAQs!

What is a ‘Tovertafel’?

A ‘magic table’ projector – innovative technology, changing the way people suffering from Dementia connect with others. The Tovertafel box projects dynamic, interactive images and games, encouraging social interactions.

How tall is the abseil?

100 metres down!

 

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32 St John’s South, The Broadway,
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LN
Tel: 01962 854226
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A Message from St John's Winchester: COVID-19

The health, safety and wellbeing of residents, visitors, volunteers and staffing teams is of paramount importance to all of us at St John’s Winchester.

The safety, support and enjoyment of those who live and work at St John’s Moorside care home and the Almshouses, and those who work for and use the Hand in Hand service, are top priorities to us. 

We know how important it is to stay connected with your loved ones, especially during these difficult times. Did you know that St John’s Moorside specialist dementia care home facilitates safe, COVID-secure visits between residents and loved ones?

To read more on COVID-19, please visit our Coronavirus blog here. 

Our Increased Safety Measures:

  1. 1. Regular COVID-19 testing of staff & residents
  2. 2. Temperature checking
  3. 3. Full PPE provided
  4. 4. PPE stores regularly stocked & updated by our Facilities Manager
  5. 5. Social distancing in place (2m)
  6. 6. Thorough & enhanced cleaning across the sites
  7. 7. Welcoming new residents at the Almshouses and Moorside with extra safety measures
  8. 8. Safe visits taking place
  9. 9. Remote working for Office staff (where possible)
  10. 10. Regular, open communication with beneficiaries & their families

 

Face-to-Face Visits:

We welcome visitors for safe visits! Currently, these can be held in our dedicated COVID-secure visiting room or the garden. Please ensure you contact the home to find out more about the arrangements and to book a visiting time.

Virtual Visits:

Moorside has tablets and devices that are being used to support video calls between residents and family members.

Fun & Safe Activities:

At Moorside and the Almshouses, we are running regular events and activities to ensure the everyone’s mental and emotional wellbeing is supported. These are carried our safely and securely thanks to the hard work of our team members.

Supporting Our People:

We are passionate about our people and are constantly thinking of new and better ways to support them, their families, and their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing during the COVID-19 crisis. 

Need any help or support? Contact us today for more information. We are here to help.