Activities at Queens Manor Care Home
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Shannon Cullen
Hi, my name is Shannon and I am Head of Lifestyle and Enrichment here at Queens Manor. I have come to Queens Manor with 6 years of experience in the planning, activities and events sector.
I ensure that myself and the team get to know each resident's preferences so that we can deliver a person-centred programme of events and activities within the home - Including activities that positively impact physical, emotional and mental wellbeing. I strongly believe that creating great moments and memories for our residents and embracing their individuality with tailor made activities is the way forward.
In an era of developing technologies, we are using new ways of reaching out to family and friends - though Zoom, Skype and Facebook Portal. We hope that our residents never feel alone or too far away from their loved ones this way. Each day I like to ensure that our residents enjoy themselves in a calm, stimulating and fun environment, whilst creating bonds with each other and staff.
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 Queens Manor Care Home
Colourful blooms and flower arranging
We love love LOVE flowers at Queens Manor and so a lovely big 'Thank You' to new bride, Victoria who was married at Carlowrie Castle, and an even bigger thanks to Vikky at Vikky's Flowers for thinking of our residents when gifting these beautiful blooms!
Flower arranging is a fulfilling and evocative sensory experience - and then you can relax with a cuppa and admire your handiwork. Thanks too to Erika and Elli
The delights of Craigies Farm Deli and Cafe
On one of the bright and colourful Autumn mornings this week, some Queens Manor residents and staff ventured on a wee drive out to Craigies Farm Deli and Cafe, where they enjoyed a wee browse, a blether - and a lovely bite of lunch.
We are blessed with many local beauty spots nearby and residents love to benefit from fresh air, exercise and a sense of ongoing meaningful connections with our community. It's great to get out and about!
Taking in the local sights
Residents Jane and Val enjoyed a trip with our General Manager, Margaret in our new minibus to Cramond.
Val is a keen local guide and shared her knowledge of the area by giving us a tour of the churchyard, Roman fort and baths, and spoke about local flora and fauna.
We enjoyed a refreshing coffee in the church hall where both ladies chatted over a cappuccino and were in deep in conversation throughout.
The Wallace Collection
Residents across our services had a lovely time joining Emily and Marie-Therese from the Wallace Collection, for a virtual introduction to Reubens' Rainbow Landscape.
Residents truly enjoyed the sensory walk through one of the museum’s most famous landscape paintings.
Everyone who joined had a wonderful experience and can’t wait to put their creative skills to the test by painting some landscapes of our their in the coming days!
Poppy Crafts
Residents enjoyed a Remembrance themed craft sessions to create a poppy display. Our residents painted individual poppy pictures and wreaths, and we worked together to create poppy wreaths with card.
The poppy symbolises the sacrifice that so many men and women made in the 1st and 2nd world wars.
Knit and Natter
Residents at Queens Manor love to showcase their inner creativity as they enjoyed a Knit and Natter session together. Our ladies chatted, shared stories, reminisced as they enjoyed each other’s company.
Knit and Natter sessions provide invaluable benefits, particularly for older adults. These gatherings encourage social interaction, combat loneliness and promote mental wellbeing. The simple act of knitting also helps improve fine motor skills and cognitive function, making it an excellent activity for older people.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead, we extend a warm welcome for you to join us - all welcome!
Merry Christmas.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
Your time could make a difference! If you are interested in becoming a volunteer we'd love to hear from you!
Coffee Morning
Come along and make new friends over a refreshing coffee and slice of homemade cake - every Friday from 11.00 am
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Come and take a break on us! There may be a cake or two.....
Respite - Are you looking for a little care break?
If you are looking for a little care break for yourself or a loved one, pop in and see what we have to offer.
