The Mancunian Way: Tea with the toddlers

NewsGreater Manchester NewsThe Mancunian WayThe care home where young and old learn from each other16:16, 04 Sep 2026Hello,It's 11am at the Fernlea care home in Hazel Grove and there's a sing song in the main lounge. While the older residents are sat in comfy chairs around the room, it's the tiny toddlers on the floor singing the loudest, the likes of Hello Dolly and What's in the Bag.‌Three-year-old Nico wanders over to 96-year-old June with a bag filled with toys, and she rummages around to produce a rubber duckie to his beaming delight and squeals from the other kids. It's a scene of joy to watch the young and old play together.‌‌This is a care home with a difference. It’s home to residents, currently up to 106 years of age. But also on the site is the Fernbees nursery, with youngsters