Annually, on the 12th of May the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth, we celebrate International Nurses Day. A global event that acknowledges and praises the commitment and bravery of nurses around the world. MMCG took time to present a gift of thanks to each nurse at Appletree Court, in recognition of their continued dedication, especially following a year like no other, we are incredibly proud of our nursing team here and are very happy to be able to celebrate them all.

Who doesn't enjoy singing and dancing? Well, our residents were kept entertained by the lovely Sam Jones as she sang their favourite songs to which the residents danced and sung along to. She certainly got the party started. 

Our residents enjoyed a pork pie and pate tasting session this afternoon. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all. 

Today at Manorhey we tried different chocolates as part of our tasting session. We had to see what flavours we could taste, if we recognise the chocolate bar and if we enjoyed the taste of that particular bar. Residents were surprised with all the new flavours that have been invented and they certainly enjoyed them. 

Following on from our circus animal trolley, we discussed how to make more cages and the residents suggested making them from boxes for the gorillas, they then discussed what colour to paint them and decided on a lighter colour so the gorillas stood out more, they were really pleased with the results and we felt that they worked well together in conjunction with the trolley.  

Our residents have really enjoyed making things for our carnival, the theme being circus. Amongst the things we have made were a tin can alley where residents painted cans and the backdrop to the game. 

Our residents made gift bags for the carnival and paper flowers to make garlands for everyone that wanted one to wear around their necks. 

Our residents spent time talking about our carnival party and enjoyed planning and prepping lots of different activities, we spent quite some time making the signs and cage for our trolley to hold the circus animals. Everyone was really pleased with the outcome. 

This week we have had a group reminiscence workshop for dementia action week. We have looked at old photos, listened to music from the 40s and 50s and had an old time music hall sing a long. Here is our Betty sharing one of the pictures we have talked about. 

Bowerfield Court enjoyed a Queen themed party this month. Staff dressed for a gig/festival and each resident was given their very own concert lanyard. A life sized cut out of Freddie Mercury was on display while everyone enjoyed a virtual Queen themed concert with disco lights, inflatable guitars and microphones and Freddie masks. 'We Are The Champions' was sung especially loud by all the Manchester City fans! This was followed by an amazing buffet and a showing of the film Bohemian Rhapsody.