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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 23, 20182 min read
Care Home with Nursery on site is rated Outstanding by CQC
We are so pleased to announce that Nightingale House, the UK's first care home with a nursery onsite has been rated OUTSTANDING by the...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 12, 20181 min read
Looking for a new career?
We have a fantastic opportunity, for anyone with musical talents to join a great team, advertised on our CAREERS page. Find out more by...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 7, 20183 min read
If I can make one person smile today
I know that if I can make one person smile today, all my effort and energy will have been worthwhile. It's already a good day, I woke to...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 1, 20182 min read
CARE HOMES ACROSS THE UK CELEBRATE NATIONAL FISH & CHIP DAY 2018 IN STYLE
Friday 1st June will see people across the country celebrating their love of fish and chips as they come together on National Fish & Chip...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 26, 20183 min read
Bournemouth and Poole Seafront Transformed into Wonderful Outdoor Art Exhibition!
We're so excited about this venture. What a fantastic opportunity to add extra interest to your seaside visit. These images are large -...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 3, 20185 min read
Top Ten Tips for Organising a 100th Birthday Party
I have worked in the care sector since I left college at 19. I have worked both as a domiciliary carer in the community and in nursing...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Mar 27, 20181 min read
Active Minds help people with dementia lead active lives.
Globally, the numbers of people living with dementia are predicted to increase from 50 million in 2017 to over 125 million in 2050....
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 22, 20182 min read
How Hygge can up your game in activities planning
As an ‘Activity Coordinator’, we are constantly being asked by managers to deliver ‘results’, but what are they really asking for? The...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 19, 20181 min read
#InternationalFlowerDay
Today we are celebrating #InternationalFlowerDay. Cheap bunches of flowers were bought and green foliage was gathered and brought in from...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 11, 20172 min read
Never too old for - Ice Skating
Meg Neilan is the Founder of Golden Years, a community group in the Wellingborough area, which supports and encourages older people to...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 13, 20173 min read
Cruising from the comfort of your armchair proves a thrilling experience for Brookside residents
Taking a cruise liner to explore exciting new destinations has become an increasingly popular holiday choice for travellers in recent...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 16, 20172 min read
#Fun with Twitter - part 1
Most humans enjoy discovering things, a favourite necklace that belonged to Mother, a gorgeous coat in a select store, cufflinks that...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 9, 20171 min read
The importance of media coverage for care homes
I want to take the opportunity to introduce you to Adam James, Founder of Springup PR. Adam knows the importance of using social media,...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 6, 20172 min read
#FruityFridays
#FruityFridays is a great way to get your team involved in activities. Speak to your chef/kitchen staff and ask them about seasonal...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 21, 20172 min read
From Dinsdale to Emmerdale
Donna Measor Robinson, activity coordinator at Dinsdale Lodge, was inspired by residents when they told her that they would like to...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 8, 20171 min read
@ActivitiesChat
Social media has a lot to offer Activities Coordinators. If you work alone it can be great for your morale to read positive posts and...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 21, 20172 min read
Setting the Scene for Activities
It can be a real disappointment, when you have planned a group activity, to find that you have no attendees. Many activity coordinators...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 17, 20171 min read
Dementia Products on the High Street
LloydsPharmacy and Unforgettable bring Active Minds products to the High Street in UK first. Active Minds is the first award-winning...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 15, 20173 min read
Ways to Reminisce
Reminiscing is for everyone, no matter what age - but is especially useful when visiting or caring for elderly relatives or people who...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 8, 20171 min read
#WWKIP Day
This year Bright Copper Kettles is proud to sponsor World Wide Knit in Public Week. This project, which began in 2005, is open to...
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