Message from Lifestyle Lee-Ann Where do we even begin? The last three months at Woodford Manor have been filled with excitement, laughter, creativity, and so many memorable activities and events for our residents. March
March started with our very first Buffet Breakfast, and what an amazing turnout it was. Our kitchen team supplied an incredible variety of food, including Danish pastries, croissants, fresh yoghurt and fruit cups, along with a large selection of hot breakfast items. Residents thoroughly enjoyed the morning, with many commenting on how special it felt to have such a beautiful breakfast experience together. We also celebrated Harmony Day, where residents created colourful cardboard hands and wrote special messages about what Harmony Day meant to them. The activity became very meaningful, as residents exchanged hands and received uplifting and thoughtful messages from one another. It was lovely to see the smiles on their faces while reading the kind words written by fellow residents. Of course, we couldn’t forget St Patrick’s Day. The facility turned green with themed food, games, decorations, and plenty of laughter throughout the day. Residents and staff all joined in the fun, making it another wonderful celebration together. April April brought the beginning of our new painting classes, which quickly became a favourite activity among many residents. We experimented with different painting techniques using unusual objects such as toothbrushes, balloons, and other creative tools. The results have been remarkable, and we have discovered some very talented artists here at Woodford Manor. The Easter Bunny also made a very special visit to the facility. A huge thank you to Traditional Funerals for helping make the day possible. There were lots of cuddles, smiles, chocolates, and happy moments shared with residents throughout the celebration. One of the biggest highlights of April was the beginning of our Glamour Photoshoot Days. This event ran over three weeks and involved a lot of planning, preparation, and thought. being the Lifestyle Coordinator, I truly wanted our ladies to feel glamorous and beautiful again, especially after hearing many residents say they no longer felt that way about themselves. The response completely exceeded all expectations. Every lady enjoyed having their hair and makeup done before taking part in a private professional-style photoshoot. The confidence, excitement, and
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