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
Planting herbs in the sunshine
With the gorgeous weather, our residents have taken the opportunity to soak up the sunshine on the terrace and plant some herbs.
A great job done - now to watch them grow before handing them over to our chefs to use and incorporate in our delicious meals.
For more information on our wonderful home, please visit our website https://www.barchester.com/home/raleigh-manor-care-home or give us a call on 01395 280000.
Cake Making
Raleigh Manor residents enjoyed an afternoon of cake making this week, we were quite surprised there was any chocolate left at the end of it as there was a lot of taste testing going on during this afternoon activity!!
If you'd like to find out more about the types of activities we enjoy here at Raleigh Manor, please give us a call on 01395 280000
Birthday's at Raleigh Manor
Raleigh Manor residents were thrilled to help one of our lovely residents celebrate their birthday's recently.
Bernard had a fantastic day with staff, residents and family members. He was treated to a wonderful lunch, received lots of cards and presents and enjoyed a delicious birthday cake which was kindly shared with everyone!!
To find out more about life at Raleigh Manor, please contact us on 01395 280 000
Afternoon strolls in the sun
Raleigh Manor residents made the most of the sunshine this afternoon and popped on their coats and went for a stroll around our local community. We are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world with breathtaking views round every corner. It was lovely to see our residents enjoying themselves in the fresh air.
If you would like to find out more about life at Raleigh Manor, why not give us a call on 01395 280 000 or pop in and see us.
Pete the Poet came to visit
Raleigh Manor residents thoroughly enjoyed their visit from 'Pete The Poet' this week, when he got everyone's creative minds to work with his therapeutic art session!!
There was a lot of work being done by all and our residents artwork can now be found on show in our beautiful dining room for all to appreciate!! Well done all!!
This is just one example of the fantastic activities available at Raleigh Manor as part of our Life Enrichment Programme. To find out more, give us a call on 01395 280 000
Gardening Club
This week our residents have been enjoying Gardening club!! Now it's been a little chilly outside so our activities coordinator Sharon, turned our salon into a little garden workshop for the morning. This turned out to be a great idea as a lot of the compost decided to leap onto the floor, so it was much easier to clean up!!! Residents told us how much they enjoyed potting their plants and have put them outside their patio doors to watch grow. They'll no doubt let you see the results in a few months time and we just can't wait to see the pretty colours that will spring up and make us smile!!
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.