St. Marys Residential Home

24/02/2026

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!!!
We are now officially part of the Veteran Friendly Framework.
Becoming a Veteran Friendly Care Home simple makes sense. Making sure Veterans are recognised within our home and the community is so important. We are beginning out Veteran Coffee Morning this Friday for Veterans over 65 years of age. This is a monthly Coffee Morning. We will also be doing some Charity Work this year so please keep our eyes peeled on what we will have planned.

20/02/2026

💃 Movement & Exercise Class… Turned Dance Party! 🕺

What a blast we had in today’s exercise and movement class! What started as gentle stretches and mobility work quickly turned into a full-on dance session — with plenty of laughter along the way.

There’s nothing better than seeing our ladies and gents light up as the music plays, feet start tapping, and smiles spread across the room. Today wasn’t just about exercise — it was about joy, connection, and making wonderful memories together.

The benefits of movement and dance are truly amazing:

✨ Improves balance and coordination
✨ Supports heart health and circulation
✨ Keeps joints flexible and muscles strong
✨ Boosts mood and reduces stress
✨ Encourages social interaction and friendships
✨ Stimulates memory and cognitive function
✨ Most importantly — brings FUN and laughter!

It’s incredible how music can spark energy and confidence in everyone. Whether it was a gentle sway, a toe tap, or a full-on boogie, every movement counted today.

Here’s to keeping active, staying connected, and dancing whenever the moment calls for it! 🎶💃

20/02/2026

Today in art class, our ladies painted the most beautiful glass mini vases.

These lovely creations will be proudly displayed in our plant room alongside all the other wonderful resident-decorated pieces that brighten the space. It’s amazing to see how a splash of color and creativity can transform a room into something truly special.

Art activities like this offer so many benefits — encouraging self-expression, boosting confidence, improving fine motor skills, and creating a wonderful sense of achievement. Most importantly, they bring joy, relaxation, and meaningful moments shared together 💚

20/02/2026

Our ladies had an absolute blast today with a simple but super fun game using pool noodles and balloons!

With big smiles and lots of laughter, everyone took turns gently hitting the balloon back and forth using their pool noodles. It might look like just a lighthearted game, but it comes with some wonderful benefits!

✨ Physical Benefits:
• Encourages gentle movement and upper body exercise
• Supports hand-eye coordination
• Helps improve balance and range of motion

✨ Cognitive Benefits:
• Boosts focus and concentration
• Encourages quick thinking and reaction time
• Promotes friendly competition and engagement

✨ Emotional & Social Benefits:
• Sparks laughter and joy
• Encourages teamwork and social interaction
• Builds confidence and a sense of achievement

Activities like these show that staying active doesn’t have to be complicated — sometimes all you need is a balloon, a pool noodle, and great company!

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19/02/2026

We are proud to be hosting a veterans coffee morning on the last friday of every month - A relaxed and friendly space for support connection and general chat.
We look forward to welcoming you in.

Starting on 27th February, we will be holding a Veteran Coffee Morning for ages 65+years. Feel free to come along and have a chat from 10am - 12pm. You are welcome to join in with the Activities that are being held on the day. We hope to see you there.
This will be happening on the last Friday of every month.

19/02/2026

There were smiles all around today as our ladies and gents enjoyed a lively exercise and movement class filled with the golden hits of the 50s and 60s 🎶✨

With classics from legends like Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and The Supremes playing in the background, everyone was tapping their toes, clapping along, and moving their bodies with joy. It was wonderful to see so much energy, laughter, and togetherness in the room!

Our exercise and movement sessions are about so much more than staying active. The benefits include:

💪 Improving strength, balance, and mobility
🧠 Stimulating memory and cognitive function through familiar music
❤️ Boosting mood and reducing anxiety
🤝 Encouraging social interaction and connection
😊 Promoting overall wellbeing and confidence

Music has a magical way of bringing back special memories, and today was a perfect reminder that movement, rhythm, and a little rock ‘n’ roll can brighten everyone’s day.

Here’s to keeping active, staying connected, and having fun together!
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19/02/2026

Today i had the absolute pleasure of taking one of our lovely ladies out for a coffee date ☕💛

We popped into our local for a hot chocolate, and she was very surprised when she saw the size of it! Safe to say, it was much bigger than expected… but laughed it off and was determined to give it her best shot.

More importantly, we enjoyed a wonderful chat and some beautiful fresh sea air on the way there. These little outings mean so much — a change of scenery, a warm drink, good company, and a few giggles along the way.

It’s the simple moments that bring the biggest smiles.


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19/02/2026

Today we kept our wonderful ladies and gents active with a fun-filled games session!

We focused on coordination, balance, and concentration through activities like throwing balls into hoops, kicking balls off cones, catching and throwing, and passing balls to each other. There were plenty of smiles, laughter, and a little friendly competition too!
These types of activities offer so many benefits:
✨ Improve hand-eye coordination
✨ Strengthen muscles and support mobility
✨ Enhance focus and concentration
✨ Boost confidence and independence
✨ Encourage social interaction and teamwork
✨ Support overall wellbeing and mood

Staying active isn’t just about physical health — it’s about having fun, feeling accomplished, and enjoying time together. We’re so proud of everyone for getting involved and giving it their all! 💛

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19/02/2026

pamper morning. 💅✨

This morning was all about treating our lovely ladies to a little self-care session. We started with a gentle file and shape, followed by a beautiful pick of polishes – from soft pinks to classic reds and subtle nudes. Watching everyone choose their favourite colour was such a joy!

After painting their nails, we finished with a relaxing hand massage – the perfect way to complete the experience. Not only does this feel wonderful, but it also has so many benefits:

🌸 Improves circulation
🌸 Helps reduce stiffness in hands and fingers
🌸 Promotes relaxation and reduces anxiety
🌸 Encourages social interaction and conversation
🌸 Boosts mood and self-esteem

It’s amazing how something as simple as a fresh coat of polish and a soothing massage can bring smiles, spark memories, and create such lovely moments together. Self-care has no age limit 💕

19/02/2026

quiz time! 🧠

Each week, our wonderful ladies and gents come together to take part in our much-loved quiz – and it’s so much more than just a bit of friendly competition!

From music rounds featuring classics by Elvis Presley and The Beatles, to history, general knowledge and “guess the film” questions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

The benefits of our weekly quiz include:

🧩 Boosting brain power – Encourages memory recall, concentration and problem-solving.
💬 Social connection – Sparks conversations, laughter and teamwork.
😊 Emotional wellbeing – Creates a sense of achievement and confidence.
🎶 Reminiscence opportunities – Familiar songs and topics bring back cherished memories.
🤝 Building friendships – Residents bond over shared knowledge and experiences.

Most importantly, it fills the room with smiles, stories and plenty of laughs!

We’re so proud to see our ladies and gents staying active, engaged and connected every single week.

17/02/2026

Some of our amazing Staff. Lots of laughs throughout their hard work and dedication.

17/02/2026

Happy Anniversary to this wonderful couple. We made a special table so they could have a romantic meal together ❤️