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
Residents stay connected
Residents are overjoyed at Queens Manor care home in Edinburgh, as Barchester Healthcare has implemented a designated visiting room for residents to continue to spend time with their loved ones for the autumn and winter seasons in addition to the outdoor visiting that has been on offer for those able for many months.
Balancing resident wellbeing and safety is at the forefront of Barchester Healthcare’s thinking and they understand how important it is for residents and their family and friends to be able to spend time together in the safest way possible.
Smell the flowers
Resident Priscilla has always been so passionate about flower arrangement. Back home she used to do flower arrangements just for fun, a gift to friends, family and neighbours.
Priscilla says ‘ I had such a big garden, full of beautiful flowers… it used to give me a lot of joy to create these arrangements to give away’
Lifestyle Coordinator Gillian, went out and bought flowers and oasis and made sure there was plenty of flowers available.
We instantly thought, Priscilla can be the master creator of it all, so alongside lifestyle enrichment team we created a flower arrangement activity.
Priscilla was given flowers the day before so she could create a ‘flower arrangement model’. All residents have really loved getting these arranged and you can see in the photograph Priscilla with her own arrangement.
It has been requested for these to become a regular activity and what we do is raffle the arrangements! So keep an eye out, next week it might be your name that gets selected and you can have a beautiful arrangement in your room.
Residents continue to stay connected
Residents are overjoyed at Queens Manor care home in Edinburgh as Barchester Healthcare has implemented a designated visiting room for residents to continue to spend time with their loved ones for the autumn and winter seasons in addition to the outdoor visiting that has been on offer for those able for many months.
Balancing resident wellbeing and safety is at the forefront of Barchester Healthcare’s thinking and they understand how important it is for residents and their family and friends to be able to spend time together in the safest way possible.
There has been much careful planning and preparation for this moment by Barchester Healthcare, who run Queens Manor care home. It was welcome news for their residents and family and friends as we enter the colder season meaning catch-ups can continue to take place, instead of, or in addition to, outdoor visiting already offered for those able.
Residents stay continue to stay connected
Residents are overjoyed at Queens Manor care home in Edinburgh as Barchester Healthcare has implemented a designated visiting room for residents to continue to spend time with their loved ones for the autumn and winter seasons in addition to the outdoor visiting that has been on offer for those able for many months.
Balancing resident wellbeing and safety is at the forefront of Barchester Healthcare’s thinking and they understand how important it is for residents and their family and friends to be able to spend time together in the safest way possible.
There has been much careful planning and preparation for this moment by Barchester Healthcare, who run Queens Manor care home. It was welcome news for their residents and family and friends as we enter the colder season meaning catch-ups can continue to take place, instead of, or in addition to, outdoor visiting already offered for those able.
Residents enjoy roaring 20's for Awards party
A fantastic day spent celebrating the Barchester Care Awards with a 1920’s themed party at Queens Manor Care Home.
Michael Shaw has won the award for Carer of the Year in the North Division. Residents at Queens Manor Care Home, were so happy & proud of his amazing achievement.
The staff and residents went above and beyond to dress up and match the theme of the roaring twenties! Here you can see, Priscilla & Doris, ready for the occasion and looking forward to a glass of champagne.
General Manager, Sharon McGowan says- ‘It was a great day for residents & the team to get together & celebrate!’
Head of Unit, Michael Shaw says- ‘It was awesome to be nominated, had a great time with staff & the residents with a glass of prosecco or two!’
Lifestyle Coordinator, Suzy says. ‘The residents were so looking forward to a dress up party! The pearls, the glitter & the glam – it was a perfect day for all’
Outdoor fun
Residents at Queens Manor love being outdoors… a few months ago we started a walking club, hoping to achieve 500 miles be the end of 2020, and guess what we are nearly there! On average we do 1000 steps a day around the gardens, some of our walkers are keen gardeners and wild life enthusiasts. Our residents squirrels and bird life are increase because they are very well fed with Queens Manor’s standard of bird food, which is of course 5 stars!
You can see Myra enjoying the mature trees and Arlene posing surrounded by nature. Our advice is to go outdoors and spend at least 30 minutes of your day, exercise and enjoying the environment and fresh air.
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.
