Activities at The Manor Care Home
Our activities staff are here 7 days a week and are constantly striving to mentally and physically stimulate those we care for in a group or individual basis. From trips to garden centres, the theatre, and flower shows to personal shopping and attending family events. We also love organising Christmas fairs, our famous classic car show, musicians, entertainment, and pizza and pint evenings. The team encourage families to visit and work closely with our volunteers to ensure that our residents social care is a priority, so that they have a fun filled and enriched stay whilst here at The Manor.
Marc Chidgey
I have worked at The Manor since 2012, starting out as a kitchen assistant, where I replenished drinks and snacks and assisted in serving meals in communal areas. During this time, outside of the kitchen, I enjoyed meeting residents and took pleasure in seeing their engagement during activities. My interest in resident activities was evident, and I was offered the opportunity to transfer to the activities team.
I love to spend time with residents. I enjoy hearing their stories and finding out what activities interest them. I aim to keep them as active as possible, and my top priority is to instill fun and laughter at The Manor.
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 The Manor Care Home
Charity Car Wash
Residents and staff had fun day at our charity car wash on a very sunny Friday 23rd August, where they raised funds for Barchester's Charitable Foundation. All the hard work built up an appetite for the barbecue held afterwards, which was enjoyed by all.
Punch & Judy
We were joined by Bishop’s Hull First School to thank them for doing such a brilliant job with their country dancing at our Classic Car Show back in the summer. The children and residents thoroughly enjoyed the performance by Dave Milton and are looking forward to seeing him again at the Christmas Fair.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
On 28th September, we hosted a Macmillan Coffee Morning. Lots of people baked cakes for the occasion and brought in some homemade delight, which all sold very quickly.
Birds of Prey
Last week we were joined by Sharandy’s Birds of Prey. We were shown three birds: a barn owl, a long-eared owl and an Egyptian falcon. Many residents were allowed to hold and stroke the birds and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their visit.
Caribbean Party
We hosted our Caribbean Party recently; it was thoroughly enjoyed by residents and families alike. There was plenty of Caribbean music and limbo dancing, rum cocktails and a Caribbean buffet for supper.
Charity Cheque Presentation
Members of the Devon Link charity visited The Manor and were presented with a cheque for £500 to go towards materials for their activities.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
