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
Trip to Rosslyn Chapel
A trip out to Rosslyn Chapel, a beautiful attraction near Edinburgh, which ignites a lot of interest after featuring in Dan Brown's – Da Vinci Code. One of our residents’ most favourite places to visit when we’re out and about in our bus.
Dementia Friendly Talks
Getting together for a jaunt on the mini bus to the National Museum of Scotland for their specially designed dementia friendly talks.
Traditional Scottish Dance
Our residents love traditional Scottish dancing and we love a party even more! We were filled with so much energy and warmth joining in with the Ceilidh Kids led by Caroline. It was such a fun afternoon and our dance moves were rewarded with lots of lovely tea and cakes.
Therapy Ponies
Today we had Therapy Ponies Scotland in Queens Manor, we were join by two Shetland ponies: Wilson and Flicker. Queens Manor's resident Ian said ”I am really taken by this. Can the ponies stay overnight ?”
This was felt by all, it was a truly extraordinary visit. The ponies went from room to room to meet at the residents of Queens Manor. Later we were joined by two beautiful Newfoundland dogs, Winston and Arthur who were bigger than their pony brothers.
We hope to see them again soon, maybe during the winter when they have their long coat of hair.
Special 100th Birthday Celebration
The day started with great excitement as Christine received her telegram from the Queen. She was trilled but the celebrations didn’t stop there. We had a surprise instore for Christine. The lifestyle team at Queens Manor had been working on a birthday extravaganza.
We had 100 Highland dancers come and dance for Christine’s birthday. She was a highland dancer herself from a very young age. STV came into capture the special moment the surprise was revealed to Christine.
We had dancers from all over the world: Texas, Canada, Australia and from right here in Edinburgh. It was a fantastic day that was enjoy by all of Queens Manor.
Scottish National Air Show
On the 27th of July one of our residents Andrew was honoured at the Scottish National Air Show. He was invited by the RAF Benevolent fund and the Scottish Flight museum along with two other gentlemen, Arthur and Alistair who also served in the Airforce during WW2.
We were given a tour around the museum by 4 serving RAF Pilots. The day was fantastic topped off by watching planes at the air show.
Upcoming events
Coffee Morning
Come along and make new friends over a refreshing coffee and slice of homemade cake - every Friday from 11.00 am
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!
Emergency Services - Take a break on us!
Come and take a break on us! There may be a cake or two.....
