December Highlights: Aged Care Festive Activities at Burpengary Manor

December 2025 has been a month of celebration and community at Burpengary Manor Aged Care. Our residents have experienced a vibrant calendar of aged care Christmas activities that brought joy and meaningful moments to everyone in our home.

Festive Preparations and Musical Celebrations

The Christmas season took shape as residents gathered for a wonderful morning of therapy, spending time preparing the Christmas tree together. The festive spirit began to fill our home as everyone worked collaboratively to bring the holiday season to life.

Music played a central role in our aged care Christmas activities throughout December. We thoroughly enjoyed two wonderful morning concerts with Rob Stevenson, including a special performance featuring Christmas songs that brought smiles and warmth to all who attended.

We also welcomed the Burpengary Seventh-day Adventist group, who delighted residents with beautiful Christmas carols, reminding us of music's wonderful way of creating moments of joy and connection.

Intergenerational Connections

Some of the most heart-warming moments came from our intergenerational aged care Christmas activities. Children brought immense joy to the home as they spent time drawing with residents, creating colourful moments and happy memories together.

We also welcomed kindy children for arts and crafts, creating meaningful moments of connection and creativity. These intergenerational experiences enriched everyone involved, bridging generations through shared creativity and laughter.

Active and Engaged

Our residents remained wonderfully active throughout December. One particularly memorable day included morning exercises, with residents very pleased to receive their new wheelie walker bags, followed by a relaxing afternoon bus trip.

Another highlight combined music and gardening in a single day. Residents enjoyed a wonderful morning filled with music, followed by an afternoon harvesting potatoes from our specially designed potato tower with staff support. The day was filled with smiles, teamwork, and a great sense of achievement.

Residents also enjoyed lovely mornings with coffee in the café, followed by knitting, creative arts and crafts, and tending to the garden.

Christmas Party Celebrations

The centrepiece of our aged care Christmas activities was our Residents' Christmas Parties. We hosted two wonderful celebrations where families joined their loved ones and staff shared meals with residents, creating joyful and memorable occasions.

The atmosphere was filled with joy as residents and families shared countless smiles and special moments. We held Christmas raffle draws and door raffles, with both residents and staff delighted to be amongst the winners. Santa made special visits, bringing Christmas cheer to everyone throughout the home.

An Evening Under the Lights

One of the most memorable experiences was our Christmas light hunting evening. Residents enjoyed an exciting outing taking in beautiful displays throughout the community. It was a lovely surprise to even meet some of our staff out enjoying the lights as well.

Celebrating Our Team and Reflecting on the Year

Throughout December, our dedicated staff embraced the Christmas spirit by dressing in festive outfits, helping to create a joyful atmosphere for our residents. We thank our team for their wonderful spirit.

Another year has flown by, and what a fantastic year it has been for everyone at Burpengary Manor. From our events and outings to the everyday smiles and friendships, the past 12 months have been filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments. This celebration is a heartfelt thank you to our residents, families, staff, and volunteers who made it all possible.

As we reflect on December's aged care Christmas activities, we're reminded that it's the connections we make and the community we build together that truly make Burpengary Manor special.