Capturing Moments: The Importance of Photography for Activity Coordinators
As an activity coordinator, your role is not only to plan, oversee and execute events but also to create lasting memories for those who...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Feb 152 min read
The Importance of Keeping Your Activity Area Organised: A Guide for Activity Coordinators
As an activity coordinator, you're the backbone of ensuring smooth operations in your activity area. One often-overlooked aspect of your...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 12 min read
Hello January
I love the start of a new year, don't you? It's a chance to try again, to improve my own mindset, my lifestyle and my services to...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Inspiring Engagement: A Guide for Activity Coordinators
The role of an Activity Coordinator is at the heart of creating vibrant and enriching experiences for residents. As we transition from...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Feb 20, 20231 min read
Free Karaoke DVD for UK care homes
If you are in the UK, you can CLAIM YOUR FREE GOLDEN MEMORIES KARAOKE DVD now. This offer is available to all UK CARE HOMES The free...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 3, 20231 min read
When do your Christmas Decorations come down?
The honest answer to this is... it depends. You will need to discuss this with your residents and, possibly, their family members to find...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 5, 20222 min read
To Elf or not to Elf? - that's a very good question!
A fabulous conversation began last week when an Activity Coordinator mentioned that she was considering doing Elf on the Shelf in her...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Hello Winter!
Have you downloaded this helpful planner yet? The winter edition covers December, January and February - pages of special dates, calendar...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 30, 20221 min read
Friday night is "Pub Night" at Cramond Residence
Cramond Residence has introduced a new activity which takes place in a pub style environment with simulated pub seating, a bar, music,...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Autumn Antics at Fernhill House
I had to share this post from Frankie Edwards, Customer Relations Manager at Fernhill House, with you today. Take a look and be inspired!
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 28, 20222 min read
3 reasons why supporting physical exercise is important for care home residents.
Being physically active at different times during the day can be very beneficial for us all. When we don't make time to exercise, or...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 8, 20222 min read
A new ‘Man About the House’ at Northbourne Court!
On Friday 16th September, Northbourne Court residential care home was bubbling with excitement, as residents and staff welcomed two very...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 22, 20221 min read
Langdale Care Homes Group Campaign for World Alzheimer’s Month – Langdale Voices For Dementia
As part of their support for #WorldAlzheimersMonth – The Langdales Care Homes Group of Homes have started a lovely series named “Langdale...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 13, 20221 min read
Ferrars Hall Care Home residents get their toes tapping for Strictly Country Court
As part of Country Court's 'Strictly Country Court’ month, residents at Ferrars Hall Care Home in Huntingdon enjoyed entertainment from...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 24, 20221 min read
Our Activity Coordinator doesn't do anything!
Activity Coordinators (ACs) are often scorned for the activities they plan with their care home residents. When I speak to other members...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 24, 20221 min read
Get support
Social media has a lot to offer Activity Coordinators. If you work alone it can be great for your morale to read positive posts and chat...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 16, 20222 min read
Animal antics for 100th birthday celebration.
Ferrars Hall Care Home residents enjoyed an unusual visit recently, as they welcomed Zoolab and their exotic animals to their home! As...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 4, 20221 min read
A day trip for Eric and Ron
Did you read about Sylvia and Ingrid's swimming trip in the blog last week? You can read about it here Sylvia and Ingrid go swimming...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 4, 20222 min read
Hello August
Firstly, my apologies, this should have gone out on Monday - how is it Thursday already? If you're still looking for inspiration for...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Sylvia and Ingrid go swimming
Country Court’s Make a Wish initiative was back in action again recently as Castor Lodge Care Home residents Sylvia and Ingrid took a...
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