Some of the people living at Windsor Court took a short minibus ride up the hill to The Priory last week to see members of the English Symphony Orchestra wind section perform a relaxed concert, as part of the Elgar Festival. Everyone greatly enjoyed hearing such beautiful music, in a gorgeous setting, so close to their home.

Meet Matt, our Head Chef.
Joining our Team with over 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry in a variety of different areas, covering Pubs, Restaurants, Hotels & Outside Catering, he is passionate about using fresh and local ingredients to consistently create tasty and great looking food.

The people living at Claremont Manor have been enjoying bowls this week, with laughter echoing and competitive spirits high. Mike emerged as the champion this time, but who will it be next? Mike revealed that he used to play at Kingsteignton Bowling Club, so he might be tough to beat!

Last Sunday, Claremont Manor made a memorable impression at the highly anticipated Eat Festival in Dawlish. The event, which drew food enthusiasts from near and far, saw our complimentary sweet and savoury snacks become the talk of the day. Our Head Chef Connor made a delicious Apple and Pear Chutney, served with cheese and biscuits, alongside Honeycomb Crunchie Tiffin’s and Blondies and Brownies. Festivalgoers couldn’t get enough of our carefully curated treats, which were praised for their exquisite taste and quality.

Some of the ladies from Manorhey had the chance to pay Manchester city centre a visit this week. They had a trip to Costa coffee for a hot brew and had a lovely chat about their childhoods growing up in Manchester. They then headed off to St Peter’s square to the central library to look at the exhibitions where they saw some familiar Mancunian faces. The ladies finished the day off with a concert at the Bridgewater Hall and some delicious scones.
Thank you to Manorhey's Dementia ambassador (Grace) and lifestyle (Areeba) for such a great day out.
 

Chartwell Manor had a great game of Just Bowl outside in the sun this week. Everyone enjoyed ice cream and played very well, especially our winner Bill. We can't wait for our next outdoor game...

A few ladies from Parksprings Care Home enjoyed a great day out at Strathclyde park. They enjoyed a trip out in their minibus and visited the loch with the ducks. Some of the ladies remembered the park before the loch was built and spoke about all the good all times they had there.

Happy World Baking Day 🍰...the people who live at Water Royd got their bake on and made some delicious cookies and tray bakes on Friday morning with their Lifestyle team. Everyone who took part said how much they loved getting stuck in and enjoyed them afterwards with a lovely cuppa.

The 2024 Master Chef cook-off 2024 begins next week!

We spoke to last year's winner, Michael Craig, Chef at Birch Heath Lodge who has been invited to be a judge at this years competition.  

He said:

“The Master Chef Competition last year was amazing, the experience was just out of this world... It is brilliant to get to know your colleagues,  I loved it.

“Just relax and enjoy yourselves!”

We look forward to seeing Michael and the six finalists next week at the cook-off... Good Luck everyone! 

Joan celebrates her 100th Birthday!

Joan with her Family, MP Tan Dhesi, and staff of Windmill Care Centre all got together to celebrate this special birthday.

The Lifestyle Coordinator at Windmill, Richie, with the teamwork of the kitchen team arranged and prepared a feast with homemade cake to celebrate the memorable moment.

A wonderful day was had by all!