Activities at Boroughbridge Manor Care Home
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience, and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
Shelbie Taylor
Hi my name is Shelbie, I am proud to be the Head of Activities here at Boroughbridge Manor.
I have worked at Boroughbridge Manor since 2013, I love making our residents smile. I get great satisfaction knowing I have made someone’s day better!
Myself, Leoni and Kelly have created a wonderful culture within Boroughbridge Manor and we work together to give our residents the best possible experiences.
We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active. We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centred program of events and activities. We are extremely fortunate to have our very own minibus, we love taking the residents out for coffee, shopping and lots of fun trips out whether that be to the museum or the seaside.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
Read our brochure
Activities and Events Partnerships
As part of our bespoke life-enrichment programmes, we host a number of live virtual events in the home on a regular basis through a number of partnerships with places of interest and world class performance companies
Life at Boroughbridge Manor Care Home
Medical Detection Dogs
Across our services residents had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event, led by Emilia from Medical Detection Dogs. Emilia took us on a journey to discover how the organisation began training dogs to support people with complex health conditions, saving their lives on a daily basis.
Using their amazing sense of smell, these dogs can identify odour changes emitted prior an episode and alert the person to take preventative action.
We were introduced to the wonderful dogs and the science behind the sniff. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our canine-loving residents.
Big Quiz of the Year
All over the country our care homes and hospitals linked up for Barchester’s Big Quiz of the year!
Residents tested their knowledge with a variety of questions, from historical humdingers and musical musings to pictorial puzzlers and connective conundrums.
Everyone who participated had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.
Out with the old, in with the new!
Residents at Barchester’s Boroughbridge Manor care home, in Boroughbridge, celebrated bringing in the New Year in style when Big Ben struck midnight this New Year’s Eve. Residents and staff celebrated New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day by enjoying delicious cocktails whilst creating lots of wishes and resolutions for 2024. We were also treated to a scrumptious festive turkey feast prepared by head chef, Tony.
Head of Activities, Shelbie said: “Our residents love a tipple and New Year’s Eve has to be the best reason to stay up late and see in the New Year. We’re all really excited to see what 2024 has to offer us all.”
Christmas Jumper Day
Today we helped to make the world a better place by wearing our fun and festive Christmas jumpers, in aid of Save the Children’s annual fundraising event.
Our residents have been encouraged to wear or decorate their own special Christmas jumpers and raise awareness for children in need all around the world.
Some of our residents, this afternoon, have been very creative and decorated their own ornaments they made earlier in the week for one of our Christmas trees. It looks amazing!
Christmas Services
This afternoon residents gathered in the lounge as we welcomed Methodist Minister, Reverend Ian Pruden for a fantastic Christmas Service.
We sang lots of hymns, our favourite's being - O little town of Bethlehem, Jingle Bells and Away in a Manger.
Thank you for a wonderful afternoon.
See you soon!
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
This afternoon we took a trip out to Ripon Spa Gardens for their Illuminated Winter Wonderland.
Even though we didn’t quite see all the spectacular lights we had a fantastic afternoon walking around and enjoying the fresh air!
It was beautifully set out and our residents had a great time! They even got the chance to have a snowball fight in one of the tents! Safe to say Kathy was definitely the best baller.
We even managed to see Santa before leaving and resident Lucy was smitten.
A fabulous afternoon!
Upcoming events
Open Day
We warmly welcome you to join us for our homes open day event on Saturday 30th November.
November
The leaves are falling, November is calling and we hope you can join us for an exciting month ahead - all welcome.
Autumn Newsletter
Take a look at our autumn newsletter and read about the latest goings in and around the home.
Fancy a Festive Break?
Book a respite stay for your loved one at Boroughbridge Manor.
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at the upcoming festive events and activities coming this holiday season.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Boroughbridge Manor can offer you.
Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
Community Coffee Morning
We hope you can join us for our monthly community coffee morning, held on the last Thursday of the month.
