Activities at Moors Manor Care Home
Our activities team are great at building the activities programme around the likes and interests of the people we care for. Ensuring that our social events offer fun and adventure is part of the ethos of our home; it’s important that those we support can enjoy an active and social lifestyle. Of course, there will always be those who prefer peace and quiet, and in these instances, a cup of tea and a chat are always welcomed.
Jo Henderson
Hi, my name is Jo Henderson and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Moors Manor.
I am looking forward to bringing my creative side to the home as I was previously a florist and baker and look forward to us making lots of lovely treats for us all to enjoy.
When at home Jo is a mother to two wonderful daughters and also a pet mum to labrador Marley.
I cannot wait to welcome our residents into their wonderful new home and help to bring smiles, joy and laughter to each day.
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 Moors Manor Care Home
Cheese and wine evening
Who doesn't love cheese and wine, so we thought why not have a cheese and wine evening in the home which the residents thoroughly enjoyed. Residents got to try lots of different flavours which got the taste buds going.
A really enjoyable night of socialising had by all and everyone is looking forward to the next one.
Moors Manor Pub
Who doesn't love going to the pub so we thought why not have our own pub in the home. We had a variety of drinks, crisps and cupcakes that we baked that morning. Residents all got quite competitive playing darts and we finished off the afternoon with a quiz about beers and are winners were Ivan and Rita who were able to answer all of them. Bibesh our activities coordinator also read an article about how to make your own beer. We all had a wonderful pub experience and look forward to the next one.
Minibus trip to the local aquatic shop.
Our minibus outing was a little different this time and residents also wanted to go and look at the local aquatic shop which was next to the garden centre. Resident Marjorie then started to talk about the large pond she had in her garden which had lots of lovely fish in.
Weekly knitting group
We have our weekly knitting group now working towards the winter project of knitting scarfs for the community. Quite a few of the residents are enjoying this and it will be so lovely to see the finished items. Knitting is very relaxing and also a great time to have a knatter as well.
Yoga with Rosemary
We had the lovely Rosemary come in to the home to do a seated yoga class which everyone really enjoyed. Yoga is great for the body to keep you active and also feel calm and relaxed too. Rosemary has stayed with us for respite previously so it was wonderful to have her back in the home and we look forward to her doing another class soon.
Valerie's Art Exhibition
When we found out that Valerie used to do lots of painting we then spoke to her daughter and she was able to bring in some of her collection and they were amazing.
Together with Val we decided to do a mini art exhibition at our home and show her artwork to the other residents and their families. The exhibition went amazing as Val got so many compliments and admiration from the staff, visitors and also our residents who looked through the exhibition. Val also shared the story behind each painting which most of them were real life of the Poole area, the ship her father was captain of, painting of her of her father, mother and their dog in their backyard. Val was so happy to see her paintings and to reminiscence all those beautiful days.
Upcoming events
Christmas Light Switch On.
You are invited to join us as we turn on our Christmas Lights here in the home.
The Chitter Chatter Club
Join us for our monthly Chitter Chatter Club here in the home.
Christmas Fete
Come and join us for our Christmas Fete here in the home where we will have a variety of lovely stalls for you to start your Christmas Shopping.
Carer's Cafe
Please join us for our monthly Carers café here in the home. Your chance to come and speak with others in a similar situation as you and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and cake too.
Christmas Quiz at Moors Manor
Come and join us for our Christmas Quiz in the home where you can test your Festive knowledge.
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.
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us as we get into the festive spirit. Merry Christmas!
