Activities at Lawton Manor Care Home

On the 30th July Lawton Manor celebrated the 80th birthday of much loved resident Ann Mountford.  Ann kick started her birthday celebrations with a little pampering in the salon having her hair done and her nails painted in her favourite colour pillar box red, before enjoying a garden visit with her family and some long awaited family time.

Head Chef, Nick made a scrumptious cake which was enjoyed by all residents and staff.  The birthday girl, Ann finished off the day with special birthday tea buffet which was enjoyed by everyone.

Ann was so happy on how her special day had unfolded she even received a flower bouquet from her niece in Australia. Ann thanked everyone for making her day so special.  

At Lawton Manor they have been busy trying to bring the residents some normality and one of the main things the residents have being missing is their weekly trip to the coffee shop, they are very lucky at the home to have a qualified pastry chef on hand to whip up some mouth-watering cakes as they bring the coffee shop to them.

Every Friday morning everyone has been enjoying coffee and cake in the retreat with the added extra of a good natter, Nicks homemade chocolate eclairs have been the winning treat for their Friday morning gatherings.

On the 7th July Lawton Manor celebrated all things chocolate as Residents and staff were treated to a wide selection of chocolate treats including chocolate milkshakes, hot chocolates, choccy biccys, truffles and other varieties of chocolatey treats sure to satisfy any chocolate lover!

Residents enjoyed a fun-filled day of chocolate themed activities, guess the chocolate, a chocolate quiz and also learnt about the history of chocolate and reminisced of chocolate treats from their younger years. It was a lovely afternoon and everyone who joined in said that they looked forward to next year’s World Chocolate Day.

Lawton Manor held a day of celebrations to thank care staff at the home, who make a real difference to the lives of those in their care.   Staff were treated to boxes of Luxury Chocolates and wine by the homes General Manager.

Rebecca Whitehouse General Manager said: “I am very proud of the carers at Lawton Manor in light of the current situation our carers have continued to work tirelessly to provide high quality, personalised care to the people living in our homes, and often go above and beyond the call of duty, which has a huge impact on people’s lives. They offer friendship and comfort to residents and their relatives, during what can be a very emotional time. We appreciate the work they do all year round, and especially in these unprecedented times”.

Residents at Lawton Manor enjoyed a traditional cream tea in the home's beautiful gardens Courtesy of the ladies from Clonter Theatre, Congleton.  This magnificent tea went down a treat!

The fresh homemade cakes were delivered to the home on the day with Residents enjoying scones with fresh cream, mouth-watering lemon cake, taste bud tingling eclairs and brownies all washed down with copious amounts of tea.

The afternoon tea treats were provided to the home as thank you gesture as Residents should have been attending an afternoon variety show at the theatre, but lock-down put a stop to this trip and the ladies wished to provide a special treat.

Lawton Manor celebrated the Queen’s birthday in style, also brewing up a storm for National Tea Day on the 21ST April, with a National Virtual Tea Party!

Supplied with a tasty selection of biscuits, cakes, and of course, teas for the event, residents of  also had lots of fun taking part in sessions including afternoon tea in the garden plus quizzes, sing a longs and poetry.

Rebecca Whitehouse General Manager at Lawton Manor said: “In these unprecedented times, providing a range of engaging activities for our residents is more important than ever. Residents really enjoyed the choice of teas, cakes and events for National Tea Day, and as a nation who truly loves their tea, it was great excuse for an afternoon brew and a natter. It was also a good way to celebrate our longest reigning monarch”.

A resident at Lawton Manor said: “The Queen is an amazing lady, and I love a cup of tea so it was a wonderful combination to celebrate the two. And it was lovely to celebrate with the staff who are taking such good care of us.”