Activities at Moors Manor Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
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.
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
Veena's trip to the local temple
Veena asked if she was able to attend a temple as this is something that means so very much to her so we arranged a visit to the temple in Southampton and she was accompanied by Senior Carer Samikshya who came in traditional wear which Veena really loved. Veena felt more comfortable with the attire as well as they both follow the same rituals and religion.
Special rituals and puja was going on in the temple so Veena joined in the rituals and then worshipped to the different gods present in the temple after the puja. They also recieved prasad as a blessings from the official members of the temple after the puja.
After returning back Veena said it was a long drive but it was worth it as I got to visit a lovely temple and meet many Hindu people there as well.
Both Veena and Samikshya enjoyed visiting the temple and worshipping there which they regard as a very important part of life.
Jigsaw competition
Who doesn't love doing a jigsaw but also getting a little bit competitive at the same time. We had a jigsaw competition in the bistro we had teams Marjorie and Linda, Venna and Pam, and in the men's team Ivan, Geoff and Martin. The winners were Marjorie and Linda and Marjorie then went on to help the other teams as well. Everyone all enjoyed the competitive session.
Trip to local garden centre
Residents Veens, Rita and Pam enjoyed a trip to the local garden centre whey they got to have a good look around at the plants and pick some to be planted into the gardens here. They finished off their trip with a stop at the coffee shop to enjoy a rather large piece of cake and coffee.
Rita said it felt like being back at home coming to the garden centre as this is something that she used to always do.
Moors Manor Bake Off
Staff and residents all got involved to join in The Moors Manor Bake Off! The Bake off results the "Showstopper" cake was won by Jo, our kitchen assistant and "Best tasting" was won by Moray, our chef. Thank you to the wonderful Women's Institute in St Leonard's for being our amazing panellist.
Baking club - Making shortbread biscuits
This week's baking club we decided to make shortbread biscuits and resident Jenny was leading the team on this occasion. Everyone got involved and the finished products looked good and tasted great as well.
Trip to the pub for lunch
We always like to ask residents where they would like to go on the minibus and Veena and Rita asked if they could go to the local pub for lunch and this is exactly what we did. The weather was beautiful too so they sat in the garden and had a wonderful time.
Upcoming events
Falls Prevention Workshop
Please join us for our Falls Prevention Workshop where we will be joined by Fast Falls Response team who will be on hand to give advice on this subject.
Parkinson's Awareness Day
Join us for our Parkinson's Awareness Day where we will be joined by Parkinson's UK who will giving a talk and afterwards we will be holding a cake sale and raffle to raise money.
Carer's Cafe
You are invited to join us for our monthly Carer's Cafe with Pramalife. Come in and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and cake and talk with others going through a similar situation.
Don't Dine Alone
Every weekday we are inviting you to come and enjoy a meal with other residents here in the home. Call the home to book your place.
Gin Tasting evening
You are invited to come along to our Gin Tasting evening where we will have a selection of gins, delicious snacks and entertainment for you to enjoy.
