RESIDENTS at Woodbury Manor Care Home are continuing to support local pubs as they enter their sixth year running their monthly lunch club.
The long-standing initiative sees residents visiting a different establishment each month, with several residents having taken part in the outings consistently since they first began – making the lunches a well-established part of life at the care home.
Staff at the home regularly comment that residents are actively involved throughout the experience, from choosing the pub to engaging with staff and other customers.
Care home manager Benjamin Oni said: “We’re lucky to have so many wonderful local pubs right on our doorstep. Spending time out in the community always has a noticeable impact on our residents.
“They are more confident, more engaged and take real pride in making their own decisions. These visits provide a strong sense of normality and independence, and residents continue talking about their experiences long after they return to the home.”
The monthly outings are designed to promote independence, confidence and social connection, forming part of Woodbury Manor’s wider commitment to supporting residents’ wellbeing through meaningful activities.
The lunches also highlight the important role local pubs play as community hubs, providing welcoming spaces that bring people together.