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St Mary's Chanterlands Care Home, Kingston upon Hull (2025)

24/07/2025

Once upon a time Angie was the queen of the stage and played many characters over her career. This evening Michelle and Gavin took Angie to the theatre to see Calamity Jane.

Angie’s friend Nancy came to get her ready, with hair, make up, jewellery and a new outfit, Angie looked just as glamorous as she did all these years ago when she adorned the stage herself.

Angie was so excited to be visiting the theatre and even more excited to see a show she had once performed.
We got a “posh” taxi to the theatre and Ange was so happy, “Isn’t this posh, like being a film star” said.
Once we arrived at the theatre, Angie stood next to the poster to have her picture taken before we went inside. Angie queued up to get a programme and then we headed to the lounge bar where Angie enjoyed a glass of wine.
Once it was time to take our seats Angie was so excited, “Look at the stage” she kept saying. Angie enjoyed refreshments throughout the evening.
It was a joy for Gavin and Michelle to watch Angie as she enjoyed the show. Ange had the biggest smile on her face, sang along to all the tunes and clapped her hands along to the music.
Once the show was finished many people who were sat around us came to compliment Angie on her voice and she happily told them that she used to be Calamity Jane.
After a sleepy ride back to the home, Angie thanked Michelle and Gavin for the “most wonderful evening of her life”

23/07/2025

On Tuesday we had a visit from the Young Mayor of Hull, and some young people from Kingston youth centre who are taking part in this years Lifestyle project this summer. Part of their project is community and intergenerational work. They contacted us and asked if they could come and visit our residents for a few weeks, to build friendships with them.
Today was their first visit. The group introduced them selves to the residents and asked their names. They were all amazing, polite and king young girls.
To start the afternoon the girls and residents played dominos, which is a favourite at St Mary's. Once the dominos was finished we got out the Karaoke machine because the young people like to sing just like our residents. Some of the residents sang with the girls, and the girls also performed songs for the residents.
Everyone has a wonderful afternoon, and was clapping and singing along, some even got up for a dance.
The young people got on great with all our residents, everyone is looking forward to seeing them again next week where they will be playing more games and maybe another karaoke session!!!!

18/07/2025

COCKTAILS & KARAOKE
This afternoon was the start of the weekend, what better way to celebrate than with cocktails and karaoke and a little bit of dancing

17/07/2025

This morning Gavin, Michelle, Charlie, Bill, Mark and his wife Mel and daughter Rosie, and Olivia a student who is on work experience from St Marys collage, all went for a trip out down Chanterland’s Avenue.
We went with 2 aims, 1,to visit the Avenues pub for a pint and 2, to deliver leaflets to the local shops and businesses advertising our upcoming summer fair.
Bill said, “I haven’t been to the pub for years”, Charlie giggled and said “I was last in the pub in May”, Charlie went on to say he used to go in the Avenues pub every Thursday for the quiz night, so it was his local and it was nice to to be back.
It was overcast but still warm, so they all decided to sit outside. Gavin went to the bar to order and brought back, pints of bitter for Mark and Charlie and aa pint of larger for Bill. The group spent the morning chatting and reminiscing about their lives.
Bill, Mark and Charlie all enjoyed their pint and thanked Gavin and Michelle for bringing them to the pub.

17/07/2025

This afternoon was our bi weekly pub club.

This is a time that all the residents are invited to come to the café bar for classic pub drinks, snacks and games.

Today most residents chose to start the afternoon off with some games of dominoes. Everyone won at least 1 game each.

Beryl and Roy enjoyed each other’s company and had a glass of wine and a beer.

Ray and his family spent some time together having a drink and playing games.

Later in the afternoon some of the ladies had tired of dominoes and fancied a game of scrabble… “This game makes my brain itch” said Janette “That’s a good thing” replied Kathleen “It means your brain is working and we need to keep our brains active”

This activity has a community, sensory, social, intellectual and esteem benefit.

16/07/2025

This morning Michelle and Olivia (a work experience student from St Mary’s College) spent some time with the residents on the first floor getting creative.

Michelle got out all the pallets, paints and brushes for the residents to create some masterpieces. Some residents chose to paint on pre printed pictures and add some colour and some chose to paint on blank paper and create their own works of art.

Everyone was concentrating so hard that the room was silent, Janette said “it’s so quiet”

Janette especially enjoyed the painting session, She shared that she used to love art when she was younger but hasn’t done it since school. " When i was a child i was always colouring or painting, i just loved it. Janette was especially encouraging to the other residents telling them how wonderful and beautiful their creations were. At the end of the session Janette thanked Michelle for setting up the painting session, “ Thank you so Michelle, I’ve really enjoyed doing this today, it’s peaceful and so relaxing”

01/07/2025

We're making the most of the warmer weather and enjoying as many ice lollies as we can!

27/06/2025

DRUID COFFEE SHOP

This morning Gavin, Michelle, Mark, Charlie, Jim, Charlie, Ralph, Mel and Rosie headed out into the local community to hit a new local coffee shop called Druid Coffee & Bakes. Druid is owned by an ex-employee of St Mary’s so the residents were excited to see his new venture.

When we arrived John the owner was there to greet us and had saved some tables for us. He warmly greeted the residents he knew and introduced himself to those he didn’t before giving us menus, and letting us settle in and decided what we wanted.

The cakes were amazing with a great selection to choose from.
Jim and Charlie both chose cheesecakes 1 chocolate and pistachio and the other white chocolate and strawberry, Ralph had a coconut slice and Mark settled on chocolate brownie.
Once our coffees and cakes were delivered to the table the group sat and chatted and laughed together whilst enjoying the good coffee and beautiful bakes.

All too soon it was time to head back to St Mary’s for some lunch, we bid our goodbyes and headed off.

On the way back Charlie said “That cheese cake was to die for” Ralph agreed saying “My cake was really good too” Charlie W said “it was a lovely little shop and the coffee was top notch” Jim was just happy to be out and about saying “It was nice to get out and see the place I used to live, the coffee and cake was good too”

26/06/2025

WHAT’S THE BEST THING ABOUT SUMMER?

This morning Michelle spent some time asking the residents what they liked about summer and this is what they had to say

25/02/2025

🌟 Tuesdays at St Mary’s Chanterlands – A Day for Pampering & Smiles! 💇‍♀️💅

At St Mary’s Chanterlands Care Home, we believe that feeling good starts with looking good – and our wonderful in-house hairdresser, Naomi, makes that happen every Tuesday in our fully equipped salon! 🏡✨

Our residents look forward to their appointments, where they can enjoy a salon-style experience, complete with:
💆‍♀️ Professional wash stations & styling tools
🌸 A nail bar for extra pampering
📖 An appointment book for that authentic salon feel

Naomi is more than just a hairdresser – she is a friend, a listener, and a source of confidence for our residents. Whether it’s a fresh trim, a chat, or a relaxing pamper session, she brings warmth, care, and joy to everyone in her chair.

💬 Our residents say it best:
✨ “I always feel better when I have nice hair, so it’s lovely to have Naomi here every week.” – Pat
✨ “She makes me feel fabulous, darling!” – Angie
✨ “Naomi is a beautiful lady with a beautiful heart, and she makes us feel beautiful too.” – Ivy

At St Mary’s Chanterlands, we go beyond just care – we create an environment where residents feel valued, confident, and happy every single day.

💖 Looking for a care home that puts well-being first? Come and see why St Mary’s Chanterlands is more than just a place to live – it’s a place to thrive.

📍 Visit us: St Mary’s Chanterlands Care Home, Chanterlands Avenue, Hull
📞 Call us: 01482 307590
✉️ Email us: info@stmaryshull.co.uk
🌐 Website: https://stmarys.care/chants
📥 Download our brochure here: https://stmarys.care/smbcha

💖 💇‍♀️

19/02/2025

🎶✨ Music, Laughter & Joy at St Mary’s Chanterlands! ✨🎶
At St Mary’s Chanterlands Care Home, we believe in bringing happiness, connection, and fun to our residents through engaging activities that promote well-being. This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Terry M, a fantastic local entertainer who sings in memory of his late wife and raises money for Dementia UK.

Terry’s performances are truly special—not only does he bring incredible energy, but he also makes sure everyone is involved:
🎩 Placing hats on residents, bringing laughter and smiles
🎤 Encouraging residents to sing along and play instruments
🕺 Getting everyone dancing—Michelle and Angie led the way, with Beryl and Roy joining in
😂 Unforgettable moments—Terry even had Gav singing into the microphone, leaving everyone in stitches!
🎶 A Yodelling Competition! Sheila, a family guest, Michelle, and Angie all took part in this fun challenge!

Why Music & Entertainment Matter
💃 Encourages social interaction – Reduces loneliness by bringing residents, families, and staff together.
🎨 Stimulates creativity & expression – Singing, dancing, and playing instruments enhance mood and self-esteem.
🧠 Boosts cognitive function – Music is known to help memory recall, particularly for those living with dementia.
💖 Brings emotional & sensory benefits – Familiar songs can evoke precious memories and create a sense of joy.

A huge thank you to Terry for an unforgettable afternoon of music, laughter, and togetherness. It’s moments like these that make St Mary’s Chanterlands feel like home!

📍 Visit us: St Mary’s Chanterlands Care Home, Chanterlands Avenue, Hull
📞 Call us: 01482 307590
✉️ Email us: info@stmaryshull.co.uk
🌐Website: https://stmarys.care/chants
📥 Download our brochure here: https://stmarys.care/smbcha

💬 Looking for a care home where residents stay active, engaged, and part of a caring community? Come and see what makes St Mary’s Chanterlands so special!

17/02/2025

🎭✨ A Star in Our Midst – Wendy’s Story at St Mary’s Chanterlands! ✨🎭
At St Mary’s Chanterlands Care Home, we believe that every resident has a story worth celebrating, and this week, Michelle (Activity Coordinator) had the joy of uncovering Wendy’s incredible past. 💕

🌟 Wendy’s Journey on Stage
Wendy, who lives with dementia, is known for her warm, loving nature—always telling staff how much she loves them—and for her brilliant sense of humour that keeps everyone smiling. 😄

During a one-to-one reminiscence session, Michelle and Wendy spent time looking through her treasured photo album—and what an amazing discovery it was! 📖✨

📸 A Life in the Spotlight
Wendy’s daughter had mentioned that Wendy was once a brilliant actress, regularly performing at Hull New Theatre and even featuring in the Hull Daily Mail. As they turned the pages, Michelle was amazed to see just how many productions Wendy had starred in, including:
🎭 Wuthering Heights
🎭 All My Sons
🎭 Angels in Love
… and many more!

But it was one particular note that brought the biggest smile to Wendy’s face—a memory of when she had to wear a green costume and play ‘mushy peas’! 🫛😂

💡 Why Are Reminiscence Activities So Important?
🧠 Boosts memory & cognitive function – Looking through past experiences can help trigger long-term memories.
💬 Encourages meaningful conversations – Sharing stories brings joy and connection.
❤️ Enhances emotional well-being – Familiar memories create a sense of comfort, identity, and pride.

💖 At St Mary’s Chanterlands, we treasure these special moments—ensuring every resident feels seen, valued, and celebrated.

📍 Visit us: St Mary’s Chanterlands Care Home, Chanterlands Avenue, Hull
📞 Call us: 01482 307590
✉️ Email us: info@stmaryshull.co.uk
🌐Website: https://stmarys.care/chants
📥 Download our brochure here: https://stmarys.care/smbcha
💬 Looking for a care home that embraces each resident’s unique story? Come and see what makes St Mary’s Chanterlands so special!

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