Salisbury Manor Care Home

11/03/2026

Navigating difficult conversations

Some days are harder to navigate, and conversations with a loved one living with dementia can feel especially challenging. In fact, 43% of people surveyed said repeating themselves was the hardest part.

As part of our Big Dementia Conversation campaign, we’ve created videos to help support you through those more difficult moments.

Find out more at careuk.com/TheBigDementiaConversation

Care UK is inviting you to be part of The Big Dementia Conversation.

10/03/2026

🌼☀️ Enjoying the little things at Salisbury Manor

With blue skies above and the first signs of spring in the garden, one of our residents took a moment to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine — even picking a bright yellow daffodil along the way.

Spending time outdoors can really make a difference!. Even a short time in the garden can bring a sense of calm and connection with the seasons.

Sometimes it really is the little things that make the biggest difference. 💛

06/03/2026

☕ Afternoon Tea & Parkinson’s Awareness at Salisbury Manor 🍰

Did you know that around 166,000 people in the UK are living with Parkinson’s and someone is diagnosed every 20 minutes?

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the brain. It can impact movement, balance, speech and many aspects of daily life. There are over 40 possible symptoms, and everyone’s experience of Parkinson’s can be different.

Raising awareness and supporting people living with Parkinson’s, as well as their families, is incredibly important to us at Salisbury Manor.

This month, we’re pleased to be welcoming Parkinson's UK to our Afternoon Tea & Awareness Session, with guest speaker Ruth Wright, who will be sharing information and insights about the condition.

☕ Afternoon Tea & Awareness Session
📅 Thursday 12th March
🕝 2.30pm – 4.00pm
📍 Salisbury Manor, Shapland Close, Salisbury, SP2 7EJ

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon with homemade sandwiches, cakes and sweet treats, while learning more about Parkinson’s and connecting with others in the community.

📞 Reserve your place: 01722 567645
📧 Email: jennifer.ettimari@careuk.com

Everyone is welcome - we look forward to seeing you there

02/03/2026

🐣✨ Got room for one extra Creme Egg in your basket? ✨🐣

Here at Care UK, Salisbury Manor we're working closely with Salisbury Pantry in collecting Creme Eggs for children in Salisbury and we’d love your help!

If everyone donates just one egg, we can create lots of Easter smiles 💛

📍 Drop off at:
Salisbury Manor, Shapland Close, SP2 7EJ

Questions? Email: jennifer.ettimari@careuk.com

One small treat.
One BIG smile.

Thank you for being amazing, Salisbury! 🙌

25/02/2026

💜A lovely visit from Tara Goddard – Simply Sewn Beautiful Lavender 💜

Our residents enjoyed a wonderful session with Tara, creating beautiful little lavender bags to take away. The room was filled with the calming scent of lavender, gentle conversation and plenty of smiles.

A simple, sensory activity that brought relaxation and joy to the afternoon. Thank you, Tara, for such a lovely visit!

19/02/2026

🐹🐰 Double the cuteness at Care UK - Salisbury Manor!

One of our residents enjoyed some very special company today — a gentle guinea pig snuggled on their lap, with an adorable rabbit keeping a watchful eye nearby.

There’s something so heartwarming about spending time with animals — calm moments, soft fur and plenty of smiles all round. 💛

18/02/2026

Finding the person behind the dementia

Connecting with a loved one living with dementia can be challenging. In fact, 93% of people surveyed said they face communication barriers.

Through our Big Dementia Conversation campaign, we’ve created a series of videos designed to help you better understand and connect with the person behind the .

Find out more at: careuk.com/TheBigDementiaConversation

Care UK is inviting you to be part of The Big Dementia Conversation.

12/02/2026

🧶 Knit One, Purl One… and Plenty of Fun! 🧶

Do you love to knit?
Or fancy giving it a go?

Join us for a relaxed morning of knitting, chatting and laughter at Care UK - Salisbury Manor Care Home, Shapland Close. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome.

🗓 Third Monday of every month
⏰ 10am – 12 noon

Come along for a friendly knit and natter session, meet new people and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

To reserve your place, please email:
📧 jennifer.ettimari@careuk.com

Look forward to seeing you!

11/02/2026

The Big Dementia Conversation

Not sure how to communicate with someone living with dementia?

Our online advice hub offers practical guidance and real-life experiences to help you feel more confident and supported.

We’re hosting events across the UK to bring local together and start meaningful conversations about - with expert insight and the chance to meet families facing similar challenges.

To find an event near you, visit: careuk.com/TheBigDementiaConversation

Care UK is inviting you to be part of The Big Dementia Conversation.

21/01/2026

🍯📚 Winnie the Pooh Day at Care UK Salisbury Manor Care Home

What a wonderful day we had bringing generations together to celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day, with children from Chafyn Grove School for a morning filled with stories, creativity and connection.

Residents and the children enjoyed the Pooh classics , colouring , singing songs and even tasting local honey from local beekeeper —complete with honey sandwiches, just as Pooh would like it!

Intergenerational activities like these boost wellbeing for residents, build empathy in children and create genuinely joyful moments for everyone involved.

The only one missing was Eeyore 🐴💛