• Lear House, Darmonds Green, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 5DT

Abbeyfield
Hoylake & West Kirby

Building Strength and Sharing Smiles with Carla

Three elderly women sit in armchairs indoors, holding colourful rackets and playing with a large orange ball. A walking frame and a tray with magazines are visible nearby.

Our second August Activity Session with Carla was all about movement, strength and a good dose of laughter. Carla guided residents through gentle exercises designed to support mobility and build confidence, using resistance bands to work on strength in a safe and enjoyable way.

It was inspiring to see everyone joining in at their own pace, proving that exercise can be adapted for all abilities. The focus wasn’t just on physical benefits – the session encouraged independence, lifted spirits and created a real sense of achievement.

An elderly woman seated in a chair and a younger woman standing beside her each hold a rectangular object to their mouths and smile in a brightly lit room.
Elderly woman with short white hair sitting in an armchair, smiling and holding a blue ribbon or strap in her left hand.
An older woman sits in a chair holding a yellow box, while a younger woman in sportswear stands beside her, smiling and holding a black box.
Four elderly people seated on armchairs hold coloured exercise bands above their heads, following instructions from a facilitator standing in front of them in a bright room.

Of course, no afternoon with Carla would be complete without plenty of fun too. After the exercises were done, the group shared light-hearted moments, smiles and chatter, turning the session into more than just exercise, it became a chance to connect, unwind and enjoy time together.

At Abbeyfield Hoylake & West Kirby, activities like this remind us how important it is to support both body and mind in later life. With Carla’s encouragement and energy, our residents felt the benefits of keeping active while enjoying a warm and social atmosphere.

We’re already looking forward to her next visit!

An elderly woman with grey hair and spectacles sits in a red chair, lifting both arms above her head. She wears a pink top and grey cardigan. A walking frame is visible beside her.
An elderly woman with grey hair and glasses sits in a red chair, wearing a pink top, grey cardigan, and blue skirt, with a yellow resistance band and a black walking stick next to her.
An elderly woman with short grey hair sits on an orange chair, smiling, wearing a white knitted jumper and beige trousers, holding a yellow exercise band stretched across her knees.
Elderly woman seated on a brown chair, wearing a white jumper and holding a colourful, rainbow-patterned ball.
Five elderly women seated in armchairs take part in a group exercise, holding coloured bands, while an instructor stands before them in a well-lit room.
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