Let’s get physical – Dorset care homes gets fit with the Green Goddess

Care homes in Dorset have taken part in a very special exercise class taught by 1980s fitness star, the Green Goddess.

Residents and team members at Care UK’s Ferndown Manor, on Golf Links Road, and The Potteries, in Poole, donned their workout wear and green accessories to take part in the bespoke virtual session with fitness guru Diana Moran, which forms part of Care UK’s ‘Let’s Get Physical’ initiative. 

Diana, known as the Green Goddess, is best known for hosting 'wake up and shape up' on breakfast television while wearing her trademark green leotard in the 1980s. 

The ‘Let’s Get Physical’ initiative sees Care UK homes across the country encourage residents to get active by trying something new and exciting – whether that be a fitness class with the Green Goddess, a seated ballet class, disco yoga or even ice skating. 

Zita Turner, Home Manager at The Potteries, said: “We had a fantastic time in our 80s gear taking part in The Green Goddesses’ official Care UK workout.

“Here at The Potteries, we strive to ensure residents lead active and fulfilling lives. While regular activities at the home include gentle exercise classes and movement activities, we were keen to encourage residents to kickstart the new year by trying something new.

Sara Muslin, Home Manager at Ferndown Manor, also commented: “Keeping fit is important for everyone, but exercise has many additional benefits for older people, from reducing the risk of falls to increasing wellbeing and confidence. Fun, group activities, like these workouts, can also prompt conversation and encourage new friendships to form between residents.

“We have had a fantastic time getting fit with the Green Goddess, and are looking forward to continuing these workouts into the rest of the year!”

Diana Moran, the Green Goddess, added: “I am delighted to support Care UK to encourage residents across the country to get active by trying something new. 

“Regardless of age, keeping active is what keeps us young. Whether it’s walking a little further on your everyday stroll, or exercising a little longer, every day brings a new possibility. Even for those less mobile, chair-based exercises can be just as beneficial. Nothing should get in the way of you being the best version of you!”

The Potteries is a state-of-the-art care home which provides full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. Designed to enable residents to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives, in addition to the Namaste room, the care home also boasts its very own cinema and hair salon. There is also plenty of space, both indoors and out, for relaxation and recreation. The home has a comprehensive activity programme, offering a mix of themed events and group activities.

Ferndown Manor has been designed to deliver the very best standards of care and to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives in a luxury environment. The home provides full-time residential care, nursing care, dementia care and respite care. The care home also boasts its very own cinema and hair salon, and there is also plenty of space, both indoors and out, for relaxation and recreation.

 For more information about The Potteries, please call Customer Relations Manager, Caroline Hearne on 01202 069 835 or email caroline.hearne@careuk.com.

For more information about Ferndown Manor, please call Customer Relations Manager, Robin Hill, on 01202 070799 or email robin.hill@careuk.com.

To find out more about Care UK’s partnership with the Green Goddess, and for more top tips on how you and your loved ones can get involved at home, visit careuk.com/lets-get-physical.