St. Marys Residential Home

14/11/2025

🌿 Plant Room morning.
Today we spent some lovely time in the plant room with one of our wonderful ladies. Together we re-potted plants, gave them a good drink, and did a bit of deadheading to keep everything looking fresh and healthy.

These simple activities bring so many benefits — gentle movement, sensory stimulation, a sense of purpose, and the joy that comes from nurturing something and watching it grow. Most importantly, it sparked conversation, smiles, and a peaceful moment of connection.

14/11/2025

Time with Tom 🌊
This week some of our lovely ladies and gents enjoyed a wonderful trip into town for a dose of fresh sea air, a slice of delicious cake, and a hot drink to top it all off.

These weekly outings with Tom are more than just a change of scenery — they bring so many benefits:
✨ Encouraging social connection
✨ Boosting mood and wellbeing
✨ Supporting independence and confidence
✨ Enjoying nature and the outdoors
✨ Creating special moments and happy memories

13/11/2025

☀️ Morning Moments Well Spent! ☕️

Today we took one of our lovely ladies out for a little treat to one of our favourite local spots — The Happy Teapot! After a gentle walk around, we enjoying the crisp morning sunshine and fresh air, we settled in for a hot drink and a delicious slice of cake 🍰

Simple moments like these make such a difference — fresh air, friendly chat, and a cosy cuppa can brighten anyone’s day.

13/11/2025

Quiz Time Fun!

Our wonderful ladies and gents came together for their weekly quiz, and what a fantastic time it was! There were plenty of laughs, a little friendly competition, and lots of teamwork on display.

These quiz mornings aren’t just great fun — they also help keep minds active, boost memory, and encourage social interaction.

It’s always amazing to see everyone getting involved, sharing stories, and cheering each other on.

13/11/2025

🌸 Movement & Meditation Magic! 🌸

Today our lovely ladies and gents enjoyed a wonderful Movement and Meditation session complete with lively tunes from the swinging 60s! 🎶

There were plenty of smiles, a few dance moves, and lots of laughter as everyone stretched, swayed, and relaxed to the familiar sounds of their youth.

🧘‍♀️ Benefits:
✨ Encourages gentle exercise and flexibility
🧠 Boosts memory through music and movement
💖 Lifts mood and reduces stress
👫 Brings everyone together for a fun, social experience

What a joyful way to keep body and mind active! 💫

13/11/2025

A Lovely Morning of One-to-One Time.

This morning was all about quality time with our wonderful ladies and gents. We spent some relaxed one-to-one sessions chatting about their favourite interests — then handed over the iPad so everyone could sit back and enjoy what they love most.

From funny dog videos to beautiful flower displays 🌷 and even thrilling war planes in action ✈️ — there was something for everyone! It was lovely to see so many smiles and hear laughter fill the room.

Taking this quiet time together helps our ladies and gents feel heard, valued, and connected — while giving them the freedom to enjoy their personal interests at their own pace.

12/11/2025

11/11/2025

🌿💖 A huge thank you to the amazing team at for creating these incredible wreaths for our home!

Your kindness and creativity truly warmed our hearts — the fact that you chose us to receive these beautiful handmade gifts means so much. We’re deeply grateful for your generosity and this thoughtful, touching gesture. 💐✨

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07/11/2025

💇‍♀️ Pamper Days at St Marys.

Our ladies and gents have been making the most of our free in-house hair salon, enjoying everything from stylish cuts and refreshing blow dries to a good chat and a cuppa while they’re at it!

Looking and feeling good goes hand in hand — and these pamper sessions bring so many benefits:
✨ A real boost to confidence and self-esteem
✨ A chance to socialise and connect with others
✨ Helps feel refreshed, relaxed, and cared for.

07/11/2025

Stretch, Breathe, and Smile!

Our ladies and gents had a wonderful time in today’s weekly exercise class, which focused on gentle stretching and breathing. Using a range of equipment.

These sessions bring so many benefits, including:
✨ Improved flexibility and mobility
✨ Better posture and balance
✨ Reduced stiffness and tension
✨ Enhanced relaxation and mood
✨ A lovely sense of connection and fun!

We’re so proud of everyone for taking part and making wellness a regular part of life here at St Marys.

07/11/2025

📚 Quiz Time.

Every week, our ladies and gents come together for our much-loved Weekly Quiz – and it's always a hit!

It's more than just fun and games — the quiz encourages:
🧠 Mental stimulation to help keep minds sharp
👥 Social connection between residents and staff
😂 Laughter and joy that boost mood and well-being
🤝 Team spirit as we cheer each other on!

These moments of togetherness create lasting memories and strengthen our community.