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Dec 24 min read

Overcoming the fear of judgement

When residents are engaged, happy, and participating in activities that bring them joy, the opinions of others tend to fall into place.

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Making the most of your local museums and heritage centres

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Nov 253 min read

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Making the most of your local museums and heritage centres

Museums and heritage centres are excellent educational resources too.

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Personalising activities for maximum engagement

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Nov 114 min read

Activity Coordinator

Personalising activities for maximum engagement

One of the most common challenges in this role is ensuring high participation rates.

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Understanding the difference between childish activities and having fun in care homes

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Nov 73 min read

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Understanding the difference between childish activities and having fun in care homes

One of the most rewarding aspects of being an activity coordinator is bringing joy and engagement to the residents you support.

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Nov 43 min read

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Dealing with bullies in the workplace

Anti-Bullying Week 2024: Choose Respect Monday 11th - Friday 15th November 2024 Working as a care home activity coordinator is rewarding...

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Oct 283 min read

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Empathy creates connection

Empathy creates a cycle of connection that uplifts not only the residents, but the whole care team.

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Why photography is a perfect Autumn activity

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Oct 243 min read

Activity Coordinator

Why photography is a perfect Autumn activity

As autumn unfolds, let its beauty inspire the activities you create and the memories you capture with your residents.

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Oct 212 min read

Activity Coordinator

Here Comes November!

As we welcome November, take the time to reflect on the season and plan activities that keep your care home residents engaged and excited.

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Making space for self-care after a stressful day

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Oct 172 min read

Activity Coordinator

Making space for self-care after a stressful day

Bring in a small element of mindfulness, perhaps by closing your eyes and simply being present in the moment.

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How to make life easier as an activity coordinator

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Oct 153 min read

Activity Coordinator

How to make life easier as an activity coordinator

being an Activity Coordinator doesn’t mean you have to spend your evenings planning activities or getting lost in endless admin tasks.

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Your local library: A treasure trove for care home activities

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Oct 102 min read

Activity Coordinator

Your local library: A treasure trove for care home activities

While there are endless online resources available, one often overlooked but incredibly valuable asset is your local library.

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Oct 72 min read

Activity Coordinator

Stop spending your money!

Here are three quick tips to help you stop spending your hard-earned money on work

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10 ways to bring laughter in care home activities.

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Oct 33 min read

Activity Coordinator

10 ways to bring laughter in care home activities.

Laughter truly is the best medicine! It lifts spirits, reduces stress, and strengthens connections. Don’t forget to make time for joy!

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Positive Mindset, Positive Atmosphere: The power of your attitude as an Activity Coordinator

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Sep 304 min read

Activity Coordinator

Positive Mindset, Positive Atmosphere: The power of your attitude as an Activity Coordinator

As a care home activity coordinator, your mindset shapes the atmosphere around you.

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Have you fallen into the conscious bias of old age trap?

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Sep 263 min read

Activity Coordinator

Have you fallen into the conscious bias of old age trap?

Break free from age-based assumptions! Challenge conscious bias, adapt activities, and focus on what residents can do. Let's create more joy

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Sep 233 min read

Activity Coordinator

Here comes October!

[If] you’re looking for indoor activities to keep residents cosy or themed events to celebrate the season, here are some ideas to help you.

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Quiet Spaces: Respecting residents' need for time alone.

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Sep 162 min read

Activity Coordinator

Quiet Spaces: Respecting residents' need for time alone.

Some residents may prefer their own rooms for solitude. Make it clear that it’s perfectly okay for them to retreat to their rooms ...

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Your ideas matter: Handling colleague suggestions with confidence

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Sep 123 min read

Activity Coordinator

Your ideas matter: Handling colleague suggestions with confidence

So when a colleague suggests a new activity idea, it's natural to feel a twinge of doubt or even inadequacy.

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Simplifying Activities for Dementia Care

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Sep 53 min read

Dementia

Simplifying Activities for Dementia Care

Offer one instruction at a time and give residents plenty of time to complete each step before moving on.

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Creating meaningful activities for residents living with dementia

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Sep 23 min read

Dementia

Creating meaningful activities for residents living with dementia

to kick off this Alzheimer's Month I have written this blog to help with creating meaningful activities for residents living with dementia

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