11
Jan

Blackpool Illuminations

11 Jan

Visiting the Blackpool illuminations and going out for a traditional fish supper is a time honoured tradition at Mary & Joseph House. We made the trip last December, which seemed like a great way to enjoy the Christmas build up.

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3
Nov

Late Summer Gardening

3 Nov

Beetroot Brownies – The Superfood treat!Vladimir took these homegrown beets and transformed them into an indulgent dessert.

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3
Nov

The Queens Funeral

3 Nov

In September, we spent an historic day, like many other people, watching the footage of our late Queen’s funeral. For those who wanted a more formal setting to watch the broadcast, our Chapel provided a peaceful space with a cinema screen and projector showing the event. Our Catering Team also produced these delicious selections of sweet and savoury snacks, as part of an Afternoon Tea service to mark the occasion.

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3
Nov

A Happy 80th Birthday!

3 Nov

Many happy returns to our dear Frankie, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday. Frankie loves to watch a good gameshow, so we marked this special occasion by making our very own version of the popular TV quiz, The Chase. It proved to be an absolute winner of a birthday!

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9
May

New Catering Manager

9 May

We would like to introduce you to the latest member of our team – Vladimir I have been in the Catering industry since leaving school over 20 years ago. I chose to work in care industry to do something meaningful, rather than just focus on my career. I’d like for our residents to have the best possible nutrition whilst enjoying the food as well according to their individual needs and preferences. I would like to make a difference for the residents and alongside the rest of the team help them to live to the best of their abilities. 

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22
Feb

Friends of The Halle Orchestra

22 Feb

The friends of The Halle Orchestra paid us a visit, facilitating an interactive music workshop playing music from around the world, as well as some group interactive rhythm games which the residents thoroughly enjoyed, these involved each resident moving to the rhythm of the current music playing

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22
Feb

Earls Jerk Chicken

22 Feb

Once again Assistant Manager Earl made a comeback to the kitchen with his famous Jerk Chicken, everyone was treated to an amazing selection of chicken, rice and peas, plantain, salsa and don’t forget the hot sauce

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22
Feb

National Pizza Day

22 Feb

Every year on 9 February it is National Pizza Day, a whole day to celebrate all things doughy and delicious. So we are asking the very important question – which is your favourite topping? Our Activity Co-Ordinator Andy held a Pizza making masterclass, residents learnt how to make authentic Italian Pizzas from scratch with all their favourite toppings

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