Activities at Raleigh Manor Care Home
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience, and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
Frankie Sidwick
Frankie has been in care since 2011. Her career began in a nursing home, then she moved to young adults with learning difficulties, and finally went on to a home that specialised in mental health. Frankie now brings this wealth of knowledge into her activities role here at Raleigh Manor.
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 Raleigh Manor Care Home
Sow and Grow Exmouth Project
Residents at Raleigh Manor care home in Exmouth were recently invited by Age UK Devon to attend their new ‘Sow and Grow’ project in Hamilton Lane.
The exciting project launched in April and aims to create opportunities for older people to use their gardening knowledge and skills, take part in regular activity and make new friends.
Young Talent Delights
A budding young performer and student from St John’s School in Sidmouth has been working on a project to provide something beneficial for the elderly. And benefit they did! With money she had fund raised for this project, Molly bought lots of treats for the residents. But the biggest treat of all was her singing to the residents, supported on keyboards by her music teacher, Louis Fitzhenry.
Ice-cream by the Sea
It's not just hay you make when the sun shines. It is also memories of eating ice-cream by the sea. One of many summer trips down to the Exmouth seafront enjoying the sunshine.
Summer Wedding Magic
When Saskia planned her wedding, she didn’t think her beloved Grandma, Jose would be able to attend. Jose, a resident at Raleigh Manor care home in Exmouth also didn’t think she was going to be able to be there when her Granddaughter got married. Knowing how important this occasion was for Jose, the staff at the home put together a plan to get Jose to the wedding.
Games in the Garden
Getting out into the garden this week was such a pleasure. A game of Bowls was the perfect way to send a beautiful afternoon. Nothing wrong with a bit of friendly competition!
Celebrating 200 Years of Cadburys
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Raleigh Manor care home in Exmouth were treated to an afternoon of nostalgia and delicious memories when they were joined by Cadbury archivist Sarah Foden and Brand Manager Connor Gould for a talk from the nation’s favourite chocolate brand.
Upcoming events
Christmas Table Centres
Master florist Kathryn Delve - virtual flower arranging workshop where we’ll be making some gorgeous Christmas table centres.Monday 25 November at 2pm.
Christmas Baking with Rachel
Kicking of the festive season with some tasty treats! Sunday the 1st of December at 2.30pm
Lights On Celebration
Join our Lights On Celebration as we are entertained by the Brixington Primary Academy Choir. On Monday the 2nd of December from 2.15pm.
Christmas with Cameron
Time to get our toes tapping again with Cameron Lemmer treating us to a Christmas special.Tuesday the 3rd of December at 2.30pm.
Christmas Wreath Making
Help us make a wreath for every residents door! All welcome in the Cafe Hub on Wednesday the 4th of December at 11am.
Mobility Repair Cafe
Bring your frames and walkers as Coastline Mobility offer a FREE brake check/adjust along with FREE rubber feet replacements for your frames. 2pm and 4pm on the 4th of Dec.
Claire's Christmas Special
One of our favourite performers will be here to entertain us with her Christmas Special.Guaranteed to please on Thursday the 5th of December at 2pm.
Christmas Card Making
Filling reception with Christmas creativity. Come and get those last minute cards hand-made!Friday the 6th of December at 2pm.
Crimbo Bingo
Time for the ultimate festive BINGO session.You won't want to miss out on this one! Be here on Saturday the 7th of December at 2.15pm.
