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
Flower Power
The ladies absolutely loved doing some flower arranging yesterday, courtesy of Courtney and Andrew who were married at Surgeons Quarter this past weekend and donated their flowers to QM.
Both Courtney and Andrew chose to donate their flowers in memory of their grandparents - Pam and Dennis & Joan and Donald
Thank you so much for thinking of us - the flowers are just beautiful and being enjoyed by all
Cash For Kids
We are super excited to be collecting for Forth 1 ‘s Mission Christmas - Cash for kids.
This campaign helps to ensure that every child wakes up to a present on Christmas Day!
Should anyone wish to add to our collection, this will be on display until the 11th of December. We will then take the contents to Mission Christmas HQ at Gyle Shopping Centre.
Thank you!
What a great day!
We welcomed some students and faculty from Fettes_College as part of their community service day - where they send over 200 pupils out into the community to give back. thank you all for your hard work!
In the afternoon the staff were all treated to a treat as a massive thank you for all the continued work they do daily! The students from Fettes were also delighted by the van! Thanks to Stuart and the team for popping along !
Sign Language at Queens Manor
In celebration of International Day of Sign Language Queens Manor has launched its Sign language club, in partnership with sense sign school
Each month we will be receiving learning material and course work that will help us learn a new skill and further enhance our knowledge of sign language.
Community links!
Earlier this week our General Manager - Donna - and Senior Head of Lifestyle and Enrichment - Shannon - were delighted to attend the Edinburgh Interfaith Association Key Note Lecture and AGM.
It is so important to maintain and build links within our community - creating bonds with people from all walks of life … no matter background, religion, culture or personal choice.
Thanks to our friend Joe (chair of the Interfaith Association) for inviting us along - we can’t wait to attend the next
Congratulations Jewel!
Massive congratulations to Jewel - Senior Carer - who is a registered nurse in India, however has now passed her UK OSCE exams and will shortly become a fully registered nurse in the UK!
We are all super proud of you Jewel!
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.
