Activities at Boroughbridge 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.
Shelbie Taylor
Hi my name is Shelbie, I have recently been promoted to Head of Activities here at Boroughbridge Manor.
I have worked at Boroughbridge Manor for 7 years, I love making our residents smile. I get great satisfaction knowing I have made someone’s day better!
Myself, Leoni and Suzanne have created a wonderful culture within Boroughbridge Manor and we work together to give our residents the best possible experiences.
We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active. We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centred program of events and activities. We are extremely fortunate to have our very own minibus, we love taking the residents out for coffee, shopping and lots of fun trips out whether that be to the museum or the seaside.
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 Boroughbridge Manor Care Home
Craft Club
Huge well done to our craft club for creating this wonderful wreath for the Remembrance Service on Friday 11th November.
Colouring can be very beneficial for people living with dementia as it is an engrossing activity that anyone can do. It can also help ease agitation, and allows the person to switch off from their own thoughts to focus on the moment.
Bonfire Celebrations
Thank you to each and every one of you that came to our firework display at the weekend to celebrate Bonfire Night.
Huge thanks to our Head Chef, Tony for the delicious hot dogs and homemade soup, what a treat!
It was so lovely to see our residents and families together
Bewitching Tricks and Spooky Treats
Boroughbridge Manor was a den of ghoulish activity as the home’s spooky Halloween Party got in to full swing.
Residents and staff got in to the spirit of things by decorating the home, carving pumpkins, icing spooky biscuits and cupcakes and hosting a themed Halloween party. Residents, staff and visitors were treated to a spooky buffet including witches fingers, wiggly worms, breaded bats and much more! In the afternoon, the home enjoyed a special visit from KL Pony Therapy with not one, but two of the best dressed Pony’s the residents had ever seen.
Paw-fection
Meet Ciara, our beautiful new Therapy Dog who will be visiting us fortnightly thanks to Therapy Dogs Nationwide and her lovely owner; Carmel.
Ciara spent the afternoon meeting and getting to know each resident individually and safe to say everyone adores her!
See you next time for lots of cuddles!
Fish and Chip Mondays
We had a fabulous start to the week with a trip to the Fish Shop at The Salmon Ladder & Weir.
There were definitely no Monday blues over here!
Visit from Aquatic Finatic
We welcomed families and children within our local community into the home to enjoy a hands on animal experience with Connor from Aquatic Finatic.
Connor held a brilliant session during which residents, staff and visitors got up close and personal with a variety of friendly animals!
Animal therapy has so many health benefits, including boosting your mood and reducing feelings of anxiety.
Thank you Connor and your little team for such a fantastic, interesting and informative animal therapy visit. We can't wait to have you back in!
Upcoming events
May
May is the gateway to Summer and we have lots of fun things planned - all welcome.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
We recognise the impact a Volunteer can make on the lives of our residents, do you have any spare time? For more information we'd love to hear from you.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Boroughbridge Manor can offer you.
Take a break on us!
Calling all emergency services personnel - police, ambulance and fire services, district nurses - come and take a break on us, there maybe a cake or two available....
