New 'Feel Good Fridays' offers companionship and fun for the over 55's in Blackpool

The aim is to create a welcoming place where members of the local community can spend time together, try something different and build new friendships in a relaxed and friendly environment.

A Blackpool care home is opening its doors to the community with the launch of Feel Good Fridays - a new fortnightly social event designed for people aged 55 and over to enjoy good company, fun activities and the chance to meet new people.

A regular day care atendee and member of staff enjoying a themed activity ahead of the launch of Feel Good Fridays, a new weekly social group welcoming people aged 55+ from the local community. | Serenity Care Homes Group

placeholder image — A regular day care atendee and member of staff enjoying a themed activity ahead of the launch of Feel Good Fridays, a new weekly social group welcoming people aged 55+ from the local community. | Serenity Care Homes Group

Taking place every other Friday (starting from today) at Beachside Residential Care Home in Squires Gate Lane, South Shore from 11am until 2pm, each session will have a different theme, giving visitors something new to look forward to. From arts and crafts, gentle exercise sessions, flower arranging, music sessions, seasonal celebrations, there will be a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy.

Regular day care attendee enjoying Gardening Club, one of the many activities available at the care home, helping people stay active, social and connected. | Serenity Care Homes Group

The aim is to create a welcoming place where members of the local community can spend time together, try something different and build new friendships in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Shannon Cameron, Day Care Manager at Beachside Residential Care Home said: "We wanted to create something that brings people together. Feel Good Fridays are about having fun, enjoying activities, meeting new people and becoming part of a welcoming community."

The events are free to attend and include refreshments in a warm and welcoming setting. People are welcome to come on their own or they can invite someone who supports them if needed. No commitment or booking necessary.

Regular day care attendee proudly displaying handmade England bunting, whilst World Cup celebrations were ongoing, created during an arts and crafts session, one of the many activities enjoyed at the care home throughout the year. | Serenity Care Homes Group

The team hopes Feel Good Fridays will become a regular feature in the local community calendar, giving people a place to connect, socialise and enjoy a range of themed activities throughout the year.

For more information, please contact the home directly or follow the care home's Facebook page for details of upcoming themes and activities.

For more information call into Beachside Residential Care Home, 351 Squires Gate Lane, South Shore FY4 3RG or call 01253 923699.