Activities at Raleigh Manor Care Home

When it became difficult for our resident to continue to attend their usual Bridge sessions, we invited the Bridge team to come in to Raleigh Manor instead. Now everyone can continue to enjoy their passion for Bridge and we at Raleigh Manor have the pleasure of hosting them with endless cups of tea/coffee and cake.  There is no need to give up the things you love when you come into Raleigh Manor. 

On the 12th day of Christmas at Raleigh Manor, the Stringalongs, a local music group performed for us. With a full group of family and friends, the Christmas festive theme was strong and enjoyed by all. In true Barchester style, there was tea, coffee, cake and laughter in abundance. Thank you to Wendy who leads the talented group of musicians and who is keen to attend again.

The choir at local primary, Brixington Primary Academy joined the residents at local Exmouth care home, Raleigh Manor for their Lights On celebration to mark the beginning of Christmas festivities at the home.

Lights On, when Raleigh Manor turn the lights on the Christmas tree on is a traditional celebration that brings together residents, family, neighbours and staff. 

General Manager of Raleigh Manor, said “what better way to start the festive season than have the happy voices of the Brixington Primary Academy singing us Christmas Carols as we turn the lights on. The children brought a smile and the spirit of Christmas to everyone in the room.”

The local 2nd Littleham Brownies group, lead by Marion Howard attended local care home, Raleigh Manor this week.  Marion is a neighbour of the Raleigh Manor Care Home in Drakes Avenue and approached the home to bring the two groups together for a Christmas activity.

Several children aged 7 to 10 came to the home to join the residents in making Christmas cards and singing some Christmas songs.

Activities Co-ordinator of Raleigh Manor, Kirstie Cobb said “nothing lights up the faces of our residents more than children, singing and creating. To combine all three was a true Christmas treat for our residents.”

It was a packed audience with nearly all care staff and residents in attendance.

We found a florist in our family ranks to lead this weeks' flower arranging activity which is attracting more and more participants. Thank you to Gill who gave her time to help the residents enjoy the creative art of flower arranging. We are now enjoying the three arrangements they made around the home. We welcome family members get involved in our activities and we love it when they do.

Our wonderful cinema became the perfect venue for viewing the English kick-off in the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Whilst it was predominantly attended by the gentlemen of Raleigh Manor, one or two of the ladies joined the audience to cheer England on. And it worked! We got the result we wanted.