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 have recently been promoted to Head of Activities here at Boroughbridge Manor.
I have worked at Boroughbridge Manor for 7 years, I love making our residents smile. I get great satisfaction knowing I have made someone’s day better!
Myself, Leoni and Suzanne 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
Rainy Days at Boroughbridge Manor
While the wind is blowing and the rain is lashing its the perfect opportunity to get the board games out and have some fun!
Short of getting the canoes out and having a paddle around the garden, indoor activities will be filling our residents time, keeping them entertained and stimulated!
Valentines Day Celebrations at Boroughbridge Manor
Our home was filled with flowers, cards, balloons and decorations as we celebrated the day of love in style with sweet treats and gifts.
Our residents had the opportunity to taste delicious themed sweet and savoury treats, prepared by our talented chef, whilst listening to all-time favourite love songs.
It was a lovely day and it was wonderful to see everyone go to so much effort to get involved with the days festivities.
Virtual cookery demonstration
We had a lovely time joining Chef Alex Connell from Vegetarian for Life for a Valentine’s-inspired virtual cookery demonstration. Chef Alex created some delicious Valentine’s Day-inspired vegetarian desserts, which our residents had the opportunity to try too.
First, our residents sampled a wonderful sticky toffee pudding, which was absolutely heavenly. Then they tried hazelnut truffles which were a huge hit and finally they were treated to a chocolate orange cake which everyone adored.
Residents enjoy Bingo afternoon
Eyes down!
A spot of bingo today for our residents, which they love!
Researchers have found that playing bingo has multiple health benefits for the elderly. It takes concentration - which improves listening and short term memory skills and it promotes socialization - which is essential for seniors to maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle.
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pudding Competition
Excitement is running high at Boroughbridge Manor as we have been cooking up a storm to enter the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pudding Competition.
The competition is being run by Fortnum & Mason to create a pudding that the whole nation can bake for themselves and that will be served not only at Jubilee parties up and down the country, but to the Queen herself to celebrate her 70 years on the throne.
We put our heads together and donned our aprons to come up with a scrumptious pudding that we think encapsulates the Queen’s reign. Our fabulous pudding is called ‘The Secret Crown’ and we are very happy how it turned out.
Residents decided on their favourite cake – a Victoria Sponge classic with a twist (which is a secret not to be shared) and spent time decorating it to represent the United Kingdom and our majesty, Queen Elizabeth.
Time to Talk at Boroughbridge Manor
Here at Boroughbridge Manor we marked Time to Talk Day by holding small conversations about big issues and mental health.
Run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. We got into the spirit of the day by discussing mental health and hosting mindfulness and positive affirmation sessions.
During the day we focused on raising awareness, having meaningful discussions and of course having fun. We did some mindfulness colouring with tea and cake.
Upcoming events
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....
