Activities at Caldy Manor Care Home

Staff and residents at Caldy Manor care home in Caldy were celebrating being able to go on short excursions again as lockdown restrictions ease across the country.  Residents are now able to go on a short trip to outdoor spaces without having to isolate on their return.

Residents from Caldy Manor enjoyed a long-awaited trip to New Brighton where they were able to have an ice cream, enjoy the lovely views and have a picnic.  Hannah Roberts, General Manager at Caldy Manor commented: “It is absolutely wonderful to be able to take our residents out for trips again.  We have all been waiting for this day and we are so thankful it is finally here.  Our residents have enjoyed all sorts of different entertainment during lockdown but nothing beats some fresh air and a change of scenery to blow away the cobwebs.”

As part of Barchester’s Life Enrichment Programme, team members and residents at Caldy Manor enjoyed an exciting virtual talk, generously hosted by Five Sisters Zoo.

The residents had the opportunity to explore and learn more about the animal life at the zoo and the important conservation, rescue and education work carried out at the grounds of the zoo.

Five Sisters Zoo was officially established in 2005 with just a small collection of rabbits, guinea pigs, goats, and pigs. Since then the zoo has grown into an exciting collection of over 160 different animal species from all around the world.

One of the zoo’s many important initiatives is to provide permanent homes for rescued bears, lions and animals that have been part of travelling circuses or other establishments.

Residents at Caldy Manor recently made the most of the glorious Spring sunshine to take their activities outdoors and enjoy gentle chair exercises in the homes beautiful and extensive grounds to a gentle stroll before sitting back and enjoying refreshments and a slice of home-made cake.  

Minibus outings have resumed much to everyone's  delight.  The first stop was to Jackson's Animal Rescue Centre to deliver supplies, dontations and funds raised by staff and residents.  We are continuing our support throughout the year for this very good cause.

Staff and residents at Barchester’s Caldy Manor care home in Caldy were treated to a virtual tour of the wonderful underwater world of SEA LIFE London Aquarium, hosted by Senior Curator, James Wright and his expert team.

SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to more than 300 species and 4,000 creatures, including Gentoo Penguins, Sea Turtles and Seahorses, which are cared for by its dedicated team of 15 Aquarists. The shark tank alone is one million litres in volume and six metres deep and is home to five species of sharks – Sand Tigers called Bungle and Zippy, a Grey Reef Shark, Nurse Sharks, Tawny Nurse Shark and a shiver of Black Tip Reef Sharks as well as a Bowmouth Guitarfish called Betty.

Staff and residents at Barchester’s Caldy Manor care home in Wirral were treated to a photographic tour and talk about the creation of V&A Dundee by Peter Nurick, the Museum’s Communities Producer.  The talk forms part of a series of six talks and virtual tours that V&A Dundee is hosting for Barchester Healthcare’s care homes and private hospitals across the UK.

V&A Dundee is Scotland’s design museum, it showcases Scotland’s outstanding design achievements and features world-class exhibitions alongside the permanent Scottish Design Galleries, and a changing programme of commissions, events and activities.